Strategy Director

About Ogilvy

Ogilvy was founded in 1948 by David Ogilvy. David created a culture that deeply respects and cares about its people and clients. Our mission is to inspire people and brands to make an impact and we are committed to attracting, growing, and retaining the best talent in the industry. 

About the Role  

The Strategy Director is a key leadership role within the agency, responsible for driving strategic thinking and ensuring the delivery of impactful brand and communication strategies for our clients. A strong advocate for creative excellence, you will use your expertise and vision to inspire and guide the agency's creative output. You will lead a team of strategists, oversee strategic planning for key accounts, contribute significantly to new business development, and play a vital role in shaping the agency's overall strategic vision. You are a recognized expert in your field, capable of inspiring both clients and colleagues with your strategic insights and creative thinking.

What You’ll Do 

Client Leadership:

• Cultivate strong, trusted advisor relationships with senior-level clients.
• Lead client engagements, providing strategic counsel and direction.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing accounts.
• Oversee client budgets and ensure projects are delivered profitably.

Strategic Planning & Execution:

• Lead the development and implementation of innovative brand and communication strategies.
• Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and audience insights gathering.
• Define brand positioning, messaging, and communication frameworks.
• Oversee the development of strategic deliverables, ensuring quality and effectiveness.

Thought Leadership & Creative Direction:

• Champion creative excellence within the agency, fostering a culture of innovation and strategic thinking.
• Provide strategic guidance and inspiration to creative teams, ensuring work is both creatively brilliant and strategically sound, reflecting your own high standards for creative output.
• Contribute to the agency's thought leadership efforts, sharing expertise and insights through publications, presentations, and industry events.

Team Leadership & Mentorship:

• Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of strategists, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide regular feedback, and create opportunities for skill enhancement.
• Build a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment.

New Business Development:

• Play a leading role in new business pitches, developing compelling strategic proposals and presenting with confidence and clarity.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contributing to the agency's growth and success.

Development & Growth  

Continued growth within the agency is dependent on consistently demonstrating exceptional strategic leadership, building strong client relationships, fostering a high-performing team, and contributing significantly to new business wins. Success will be measured by client satisfaction, team performance, revenue growth, industry recognition, and overall contribution to the agency's strategic vision.

How We’ll Support You 

Ogilvy celebrates its people. Fully. Enthusiastically. Unhesitatingly. We’ll empower you with the tools you’ll need to succeed. We’ll give you the autonomy to seek out new paths and better ways of doing things. We’ll support you with colleagues who are experts in their disciplines, drawn from across the Ogilvy network. And we’ll provide opportunities for you to do work of which you’ll be proud, with people you’ll be proud to call your teammates.