Senior Strategist

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa AKQA Inc Full time

Senior Strategist

Strategists at AKQA take our client's business seriously. By collaborating with account teams, creative, and media implementation teams, they represent both the client and the consumer.

Hailing from various backgrounds, our Strategists utilize market insights, data, and trends to foster innovation and uncover opportunities.

We are in search of a talented Senior Strategist to join our dynamic team.

Situated in Johannesburg, South Africa, within the AKQA performance and business consulting division, you will thrive in a culture that values meritocracy and dynamism, catering to clients globally.

You will directly report to the Strategy Director and work together to lead the team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Comprehend the client's audiences, objectives, and priorities to develop tailored solutions.
  • Oversee major client projects and relationships spanning Europe and the UK, focusing on media, digital maturity enablement, business modeling, and audience strategy.
  • Formulate strategic insights on client challenges and opportunities, fostering stakeholder engagement outside the marketing sphere.
  • Provide guidance for projects necessitating cross-studio collaboration, ensuring clear and impactful outcomes.
  • Define channel ecosystems and digital customer journeys.
  • Capable of conducting primary and secondary research, adapting methodologies based on available resources.
  • Enhance AKQA's approaches and contribute to internal innovation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

  • 5+ years of relevant experience.
  • Curiosity-driven with a keen eye for patterns, trends, and insights.
  • Numerical and commercial proficiency, including expertise in business modeling, financial forecasting, basic data analysis, and media planning.
  • Apt at simplifying complex subjects and issues.
  • Known for lateral and creative thinking, translating complexities into understandable concepts.
  • Enthusiastic about collaboration, open-minded, and adept at working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Possessing meticulous attention to detail and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

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