The home of top independent consultants and expert contractors
Outsized is the leading platform for independent consultants, subject-matter experts, and contractors with deep execution skills in Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East.
Join your peers and get matched to the most interesting projects and contract roles with consulting firms and enterprise clients.
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Apply and become part of an independent platform like no other
If you are an ex-consultant with an MBB, boutique or Big4 background, or an industry practitioner with deep execution expertise, you are at the right place! At Outsized, we provide diverse and rewarding projects and contract roles with leading management consulting firms and blue chip enterprises, matching you to opportunities that align with your expertise and passions. Our process to apply is simple:
Your benefits as an Outsized member
As a member you will get access to a range of benefits curated especially for skilled independent talent. Most importantly, you will be proactively matched to relevant opportunities with our consulting firm and enterprise clients. What’s more, we’re actively supporting your independent career in a number of other ways, whether you are on an assignment through us or not.
Projects and contract roles you won't find anywhere else
Outsized is a platform highly skilled independent talent, and the projects and roles we have from our clients reflect that. For short-term freelancing gigs, where clients auction out projects and select talent based on price, you are better served elsewhere. However, for longer term, well-paid, and mostly full-time projects and roles you're at the right place!
A Community of peers
Whether you’re on a project through Outsized or not, you always have access to our Community of independent professionals. Here, you can connect and exchange ideas, find project collaborators, ask and answer questions, access valuable resources, and much more. It’s your always-on support network – because here, you’re independent but never alone.
Digital events and local meet-ups
Outsized organizes a large number of digital events, such as client fireside chats, Q&As with subject-matter experts, peer learnings, and much more. In addition we are hosting in-person meet-ups in our key locations. These are sometimes purely socials, and at other times there will be a guest speaker with a Q&A.
Perks – products and services curated for freelancers
We have partnered with providers of products and services that we think will either help you in your independent career, or make your life easier. You will find hand-picked offerings related to upskilling, financial protection for independents, admin, and even volunteering opportunities for when you are in-between projects and want to do something meaningful.
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Unlock your independent career today
If you are an independent consultant, a highly skilled contractor or a subject-matter expert with implementation experience we’d love to have you onboard. We promise you the best projects and contract roles across Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. What’s more, we offer a unique proposition for top independent talent in form of the exclusive Community, upskilling resources, events, and carefully curated perks.
Featured projects and contract roles
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Programme Operations CoordinatorOur client, FSD Africa, is seeking a Programme Operations Coordinator to play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of the African Natu…ExperienceJunior (0-5 years)LocationEst. StartJuly 01, 2025Duration12 month(s)SkillsAdministrative SupportOperations Management3+
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Finance Business PartnerOur client is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join their team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role will be responsible for financial re…ExperienceSenior (11-15 years)LocationJohannesburg, South AfricaEst. StartSeptember 01, 2025Duration6 month(s)SkillsFinancial Performance ReportingFinancial Analytics -
ESG ConsultantOur client, a mid-sized private equity fund in India, is looking to onboard an ESG Consultant to strengthen its sustainability and compliance initiatives. The r…ExperienceMid Level (6-10 years) | Senior (11-15 years)LocationIndia | Mumbai, IndiaEst. StartSeptember 01, 2025Duration6 month(s)SkillsESGSustainability2+ -
Power BI ConsultantOur client is looking for an experienced Power BI Consultant to support a 6-week engagement on an ad hoc basis. The focus will be on building high-quality, inte…ExperienceMid Level (6-10 years) | Senior (11-15 years)LocationJohannesburg, South AfricaEst. StartOctober 01, 2025Duration6 week(s)SkillsPower BIData Analysis Expressions (DAX) -
Bench Launch Test 1Describe Your Project or Contract Role Describe Your Project or Contract Role Describe Your Project or Contract RoleExperienceMid Level (6-10 years)LocationSerbia | MontenegroEst. StartJuly 01, 2025Duration6 month(s)SkillsProcess DesignProduct Design
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