strategic planning director

Responsibilities

Lead a team of Junior Planners in a fun, fast paced, and data-driven culture.
Assert a leadership role in working with client partners from big brands, understanding their business objectives, goals and challenges, and identifying business opportunities.
Work with cross-functional internal teams in a leadership role to identify and develop digital solutions that meet client needs and inspires creatives.
Design and conduct primary and secondary research including but not limited to: interviews, focus groups, industry trends, audience needs & behavior, competitive assessments, and digital ecosystem assessments.
Evaluate qualitative, quantitative, and competitive data to identify and validate opportunities and deliver these insights in a compelling and digestible way.
Develop innovative and effective solutions to client issues.

Qualifications

A minimum of 7 years’ experience in a strategic planning role and in big firm digital agency .
Someone who is curious and holds a passion for digging deep to unlock insights.
Strong conceptual and problem solving skills, with the ability to marry rigor with imagination.
Someone who loves storytelling.
Someone who enjoys working with and learning from senior clients.
Ability to effectively operate with high energy, flexibility, and (preferably) a sense of humor in a fast paced business environment
Experience leading and grooming their own team of junior planners is a bonus.