Senior Telco Strategy Leader — Hybrid & Travel

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Travel opportunities

Health, retirement & life insurance

Professional development & training

Bonuses & profit-sharing

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Consultant for our client in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role blends high-level advisory work with hands-on solution design in a hybrid setting.

You will analyze client needs, craft strategic roadmaps, and guide implementations across 5G, IoT, cloud networking, and cybersecurity, engaging with C-level executives and technical teams alike.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 10+ years in telecom strategy, consulting, or architecture.
• Extensive knowledge of telecom networks, services, and emerging technologies.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent client management and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in leading projects and teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client telecommunications infrastructure and business needs.
• Develop strategic recommendations for network architecture, technology adoption, and service optimization.
• Design and present comprehensive telecommunications solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Provide expert advice on 5G, IoT, cloud networking, and cybersecurity.
• Lead client workshops and stakeholder consultations.
• Manage project engagements, ensuring successful delivery of consulting services.
• Develop business cases and ROI analyses for proposed solutions.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to best practices.
• Stay abreast of global telecommunications trends and innovations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

English proficiency

Client relationships

Education

Masters/PhD in a related field

Tools

Project management methodologies

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Consultant for our client in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role blends high-level advisory work with hands-on solution design in a hybrid setting.

You will analyze client needs, craft strategic roadmaps, and guide implementations across 5G, IoT, cloud networking, and cybersecurity, engaging with C-level executives and technical teams alike.