Strategy & Transformation Director
- Hybrid
- Amsterdam
Job description
About Riverflex
Riverflex is a next-generation transformation accelerator helping courageous leaders drive intelligent transformation.
We combine purpose & direction, culture & capabilities, and efficiency & effectiveness to help organisations thrive in the AI era.
Our three domains — Strategy & Transformation, Data & Intelligence, and Technology Risk & Compliance — deliver integrated advisory and technology services that enable clients to act on insight, scale with agility, and embed AI across their operations.
We don’t just advise — we build. We craft vehicles of change, design and implement intelligent operating models, and deploy AI-enabled teams and products to drive measurable outcomes.
As we continue to expand globally, Riverflex is seeking a Strategy & Transformation Director** to lead one of its core domains, driving commercial growth, client excellence, and proposition innovation across industries.
The Role
The Strategy & Transformation (S&T) Director will lead Riverflex’s flagship consulting practice, owning both its commercial growth and strategic development.
You will act as both a sales leader and transformation advisor, shaping and delivering high-impact engagements that help clients define and execute their transformation agendas — from corporate strategy to operating model redesign and AI-powered transformation delivery.
As a member of the Riverflex Leadership Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s commercial strategy, market positioning, and integrated proposition development across all domains.
Key Responsibilities
Market & Sales Leadership
Lead and accelerate growth of Riverflex’s Strategy & Transformation (S&T) business through direct sales and strategic market development.
Build, lead, and convert a high-value pipeline — driving revenue growth through strategic relationship building, market insight, and consultative deal leadership.
Collaborate with Riverflex’s Leadership Team and capability leads (Data & Intelligence, Technology Risk & Compliance) to shape and deliver integrated AI-powered transformation propositions.
Own key client pursuits — from origination to proposal through to close — ensuring commercial success and alignment with Riverflex’s intelligent transformation vision.
Act as a senior advisor to C-level clients, guiding their transformation, data, and AI strategies to position Riverflex as a trusted long-term partner.
Ensure excellence in delivery and client satisfaction, working closely with consulting teams to drive measurable impact and account growth.
Partner with Marketing to develop compelling thought leadership, sales narratives, and go-to-market materials that elevate Riverflex’s market presence.
Identify emerging trends, partnerships, and inorganic growth opportunities** to strengthen Riverflex’s footprint.
Client Leadership & Retention
Take accountability for client satisfaction and retention, ensuring long-term trusted partnerships.
Act as a senior client advisor on strategic transformation, data, and AI initiatives.
Collaborate with consulting and delivery teams to ensure client needs are met with excellence, agility, and measurable impact.
Lead client relationship stewardship sessions and ensure strong follow-through on engagement success.
Team & Capability Building
Coach and mentor future leaders, fostering a growth-oriented, entrepreneurial culture.
Collaborate with Riverflex’s global network of consultants (“PROs”) to deliver flexible and scalable project teams.
Support the professional development of sales and consulting colleagues by sharing expertise, tools, and go-to-market insights.
Financial & Strategic Accountability
Deliver against agreed revenue and margin targets.
Participate in company rituals like annual business planning, sales forecasting, and performance reviews.
Contribute to Riverflex’s global business strategy as a Leadership Team Member, influencing both commercial and cultural direction.
Job requirements
About You
You are a seasoned transformation and business leader with:
15+ years in management consulting, business transformation, or strategic advisory.
Proven experience in leading large-scale transformation programmes and driving multi-million-euro sales.
Expertise in strategy design, operating model transformation, AI-enabled transformation, or change leadership.
Strong commercial acumen and a proven ability to convert insight into opportunity.
A strong network of senior client relationships (COO, CFO, CHRO, CIO, or equivalent).
Experience leading high-performing consulting teams and scaling new propositions.
Entrepreneurial mindset — proactive, strategic, and delivery-focused.
Excellent communication and storytelling skills; fluent in English (Dutch a plus).
Willingness to travel for client engagements and leadership meetings.
Why Join Riverflex
Leadership Impact & Growth Influence - Play a key role in shaping Riverflex’s next growth chapter alongside its leadership team.
Own a Core Domain - Lead and scale Riverflex’s flagship Strategy & Transformation practice.
Sales Leadership with Impact - Build your business, your team, and your client portfolio with autonomy.
AI-Powered Vision - Redefine consulting through the fusion of human expertise and intelligent technology.
Collaborative & Entrepreneurial Culture - Courage, agency, authenticity, and continuous growth guide how we work.
Proven Yet Agile Platform - Build on an established consulting base with freedom to innovate and grow.
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