Strategy Consultant - Digital Transformation

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a Strategy Consultant focused on Digital Transformation to guide clients through digital disruption. You will define digital strategies, assess technologies, and oversee implementation that reshapes business models and customer experiences.

This role sits at the intersection of business strategy and technology to drive growth in top organizations. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in management consulting with strong analytical and communication skills, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of management consulting experience in digital strategy, technology consulting or digital transformation.
• Proven experience guiding organizations through significant digital change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on developing and executing comprehensive digital transformation strategies.
• Assess digital maturity and identify areas for improvement and innovation.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies and digital solutions.
• Lead planning and execution of digital transformation initiatives, managing stakeholder expectations.
• Develop business cases and implementation roadmaps for digital projects.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to build digital capabilities.

Skills

Digital transformation

Strategy consulting

AI

Cloud

Big Data

IoT

Automation

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking firm in Management Consultancy , is seeking a specialized Strategy Consultant with a focus on Digital Transformation to join their vibrant practice in Pretoria . This role is designed for a strategic thinker who can guide clients through the complexities of digital disruption, helping them harness technology to drive innovation, efficiency, and growth. You will be instrumental in defining digital strategies, assessing new technologies, and overseeing the implementation of digital solutions that reshape business models and customer experiences. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of business strategy and technology, impacting significant transformations within leading organizations in the Pretoria region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on developing and executing comprehensive digital transformation strategies.
• Assess the current digital maturity of organizations and identify key areas for improvement and innovation.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies and digital solutions to meet client objectives.
• Lead the planning and execution of digital transformation initiatives, managing stakeholder expectations.
• Develop business cases and implementation roadmaps for digital projects, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to build digital capabilities within client organizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in management consulting with a specialization in digital strategy, technology consulting, or digital transformation.
• Proven experience in guiding organizations through significant digital change initiatives.
• Strong understanding of key digital technologies such as AI, Cloud, Big Data, IoT, and Automation.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent client-facing and communication abilities, comfortable presenting to executive leadership.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Generous benefits including medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund.
• Extensive professional development opportunities and support for certifications in digital technologies.