Key Skills

Job Description

Strategy & Transformation Consultant (Interim) Freelance | Hybrid, Netherlands | Interim, immediate start Riverflex is supporting technology leaders at major retailers through a number of strategic engagements, and we are looking for experienced strategy consultants to join our team on an interim basis. You work as part of a Riverflex team alongside our in-house consultants, reporting to a member of our leadership team. You help CTOs shape how their technology organisations run, decide and deliver. Current and upcoming engagements may include: Supporting a CTO following the merger of regional technology departments into one. The work covers how the leadership team should operate and how to set up a CTO office that delivers on their ambitions. Establishing an AI-enabled CTO office. This means rethinking processes and ways of working, and using AI solutions to make the office more effective. Acting as strategic thinking partner to a CTO. This means answering key technology questions and preparing updates for the C-suite. You bring top-tier consulting training and sharp problem-solving skills. You structure ambiguous questions, build the analysis and craft the storyline. You do this as part of a tight team, not as a solo act. About Riverflex Riverflex was founded in Amsterdam and London in 2018, eventually growing into a global team of consultants united by a mission to help courageous leaders drive transformative change. Today, we offer an integrated service through three service pillars: strategy and transformation consulting that Creates Change, talent services that Build Teams, and business-accelerating products that Augment Intelligence. For more information, visit www.riverflex.com. Responsibilities You break down strategic technology questions into clear problem statements, hypotheses and workplans You help design technology operating models, including leadership team set-up, governance, CTO office structure, processes and ways of working You run the analysis: fact-finding, stakeholder interviews, data gathering and synthesis into clear recommendations You build executive-ready storylines and materials for CTO and C-suite audiences You work within a Riverflex team, contributing ideas, structure and challenge, and taking direction from the engagement lead You build trusted working relationships with senior client stakeholders across technology and the business You get up to speed quickly and add value from week one Job requirements 5–10 years’ experience, including a strong grounding in strategy or technology consulting at an MBB or Big 4 firm Proven experience on technology strategy, operating model or transformation work at senior level Excellent structured problem-solving and hypothesis-driven thinking Strong executive communication, with the ability to turn complex analysis into a clear C-suite narrative A collaborative, low-ego working style and comfort working within a team led by Riverflex leadership Availability to start immediately Based in the Netherlands, or able to be on site regularly Fluent English and EU work authorisation The following are a plus: Experience designing or setting up a CTO office, or integrating technology functions after a merger Exposure to AI-enabled ways of working or process redesign Why this role You work at CTO and C-suite level on questions that shape how major retailers run technology. You join an experienced Riverflex team from day one, with real input into the thinking and the outputs. With several engagements in flight, strong delivery opens the door to further work across our growing pipeline. Apply now Interested in this role? Submit your CV and a brief note on your relevant experience through the Riverflex website or reach out to our talent team directly. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, or disability. Even if you believe you do not tick all the aforementioned requirements for the role, we still encourage you to take the time to apply.

Core Responsibilities

Break down strategic technology questions into problem statements, hypotheses, and workplans, then conduct research and analysis to develop clear recommendations. Help design technology operating models and CTO offices, prepare executive-ready materials, and collaborate with Riverflex teams and senior client stakeholders.

Requirements

Requires 5–10 years of experience, including a strong strategy or technology consulting background at an MBB or Big Four firm, and senior-level experience in technology strategy, operating models, or transformation. Candidates should demonstrate structured problem-solving, executive communication, a collaborative working style, immediate availability, regular on-site availability in the Netherlands, fluent English, and EU work authorisation.