Who We Are FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you. Are you ready to make your impact? About The Role FTI Consulting’s Business Transformation team helps clients address complex technology, operational and business challenges, enabling them to make critical decisions, manage risk, optimise technology investments and deliver sustainable business transformation. We work with corporate clients, boards, private equity sponsors, investors and other stakeholders to assess technology capabilities, develop technology and digital strategies, design effective technology operating models and execute complex transformation programmes. Our services span technology strategy, business case development, enterprise architecture, technology due diligence, mergers, divestitures and post integration, emerging technologies and AI, programme and portfolio management, technology cost optimisation and technology risk management. As a Senior Director, Business Transformation, you will play a leading role in developing and delivering business and technology advisory engagements, helping clients align technology with business strategy, improve operational effectiveness, unlock value from technology investments and navigate complex transformation agendas. You will be responsible for leading senior client relationships, shaping engagement approaches, overseeing the delivery of high-quality recommendations and driving the implementation of practical, sustainable solutions. You will also play a key role in growing the Business transformation practice through business development, market development and the creation of new client opportunities. Working closely with senior colleagues across FTI Consulting’s Corporate Finance and other relevant practices, you will contribute to an integrated offering that addresses clients’ strategic, operational, transactional and technology-related challenges. What You’ll Do The successful candidate will lead Technology Advisory engagements, advise executive-level stakeholders and build trusted relationships with clients across a range of industries. You will combine deep technology expertise with strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking and the ability to translate complex technology issues into actionable business outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Technology Strategy: Lead the development of technology strategies, digital and technology transformation roadmaps, investment priorities and business-aligned technology plans. Technology Operating Model: Assess and design technology operating models, including organisational structures, governance, service delivery models, sourcing strategies, capabilities and decision-making frameworks. Enterprise Architecture: Lead enterprise architecture assessments and the development of target-state architectures, technology roadmaps and modernisation strategies aligned with business objectives. Technology Due Diligence: Lead technology due diligence engagements for mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, divestments and other transactions, assessing technology capabilities, architecture, technical debt, scalability, cybersecurity and associated risks. Programme and Portfolio Management: Advise on and oversee complex technology programmes and portfolios, including programme governance, portfolio prioritisation, delivery assurance, dependency management, benefits realisation and implementation oversight. Technology Cost Optimisation: Identify opportunities to optimise technology expenditure, improve IT cost efficiency, rationalise technology environments, enhance sourcing arrangements and maximise value from technology investments. Technology Risk: Assess technology-related risks, including technology governance, cybersecurity, resilience, regulatory compliance, third-party dependencies and operational risk, and develop pragmatic risk mitigation strategies. Client Leadership: Build and maintain trusted relationships with C-suite executives, CIOs, CTOs, technology leadership teams, boards, investors and other senior stakeholders. Engagement Delivery: Lead multiple complex consulting engagements, managing teams, workstreams, budgets, timelines, quality and client expectations while ensuring commercially relevant and actionable outcomes. Executive Communication: Develop high-quality reports, presentations, business cases and recommendations, communicating complex technology matters clearly and persuasively to senior business and technology audiences. Business Development: Identify and develop new business opportunities, lead proposal development, contribute to account growth and build a strong pipeline of Technology Advisory engagements. Practice Development: Contribute to the growth and market positioning of the Technology Advisory services through thought leadership, proposition development, client relationship building and collaboration across FTI Consulting. People Leadership: Recruit, develop, coach and mentor consulting professionals, building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous development. Cross-Practice Collaboration: Work with colleagues across FTI Consulting to deliver integrated solutions for clients facing complex strategic, operational, transactional and technology challenges. The role will be based in FTI Consulting’s Johannesburg office, with regular travel to client sites as required. How You’ll Grow We are committed to investing in and supporting your professional development. We offer a range of programmes focused on leadership, growth and development opportunities, with an emphasis on continuous learning and individual skills development through practical experience, professional development courses and relevant certifications. As a senior leader, you will have the opportunity to shape the development of the Technology Advisory services, build and lead high-performing teams, strengthen senior client relationships and contribute directly to the growth of the business. You will work alongside experienced professionals across FTI Consulting’s global network, gaining exposure to complex, high-impact engagements and opportunities to expand your expertise, market presence and leadership capabilities. What You Will Need to Succeed Basic Qualifications A BSc degree in Computer Science, BCom in Information Systems or related Technology qualifications is essential. Significant experience in Technology consulting, technology advisory, technology transformation or a related field within a leading management consulting firm, professional services or corporate environment. Demonstrable experience leading complex technology consulting engagements across multiple sectors, clients and functional areas. Deep expertise in several of the following disciplines: technology strategy, technology operating model design, enterprise architecture, technology due diligence, programme and portfolio management, technology cost optimisation and technology risk. A strong track record of advising senior business and technology stakeholders, including CIOs, CTOs, executive committees and boards. Proven experience leading large-scale technology transformation initiatives, from strategy development and assessment through to implementation and value realisation. Demonstrable experience in technology due diligence, transaction-related technology assessments or technology integration and separation programmes, particularly in a corporate finance or private equity context. Experience developing technology business cases, investment plans, target operating models, transformation roadmaps and actionable recommendations supported by robust analysis. Experience identifying and delivering technology cost optimisation opportunities, improving operational efficiency and maximising value from technology investments. Strong understanding of enterprise technology environments, architecture principles, technology governance, risk management and emerging technology considerations. Significant experience managing multiple consulting engagements, including project economics, resourcing, budgets, delivery quality, risk and client expectations. A proven track record of contributing to business development, originating opportunities, developing proposals and expanding client relationships. Experience building, leading, coaching and developing high-performing consulting teams. Strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate technology challenges into business value, measurable outcomes and strategic recommendations. International exposure and experience working across multiple markets or jurisdictions would be an advantage. Preferred Qualifications Recognised postgraduate qualifications or relevant professional certifications in technology, enterprise architecture, programme management, risk management or related disciplines would be advantageous. FTI Consulting is committed to Employment Equity and as such, preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, as defined in the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998. With more than 8,200+ employees located in 32 countries and territories around the globe, we are the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. Our experts have led organizations, shaped policy, driven investigations, managed crises, advised world leaders and built businesses from the ground up. Learn more about the work we do and how we're helping clients around the world turn their biggest challenges and opportunities into stories of success. Learn more about our impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where our people can grow and achieve their full potential. To learn more about FTI Consulting, visit www.fticonsulting.com/careers and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

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