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dentsu . The SVP of Strategy serves as the senior client-facing strategic lead and is focused on driving business growth through innovative media solutions. As strategic lead, the SVP demonstrates a strong understanding of client business needs, applying expertise to deliver short- and long-term solutions that create a competitive advantage. This role influences the development and presentation of game-changing media strategies and plans; guiding business objectives, insight generation, cultural narrative, and a strategic point-of-view on the role media can play in creating a cultural and competitive advantage. This leader pushes their teams and agency partners to go beyond the status quo and deliver innovative and breakthrough solutions that provide measurable business impact. They are a creative problem solver, combining a rigorous, data-driven analytical mindset with an ability to be an innovative creative thinker, and are in charge of delivering thought leadership and contributing to agency growth initiatives. Role Responsibilities
Acts as the account’s strategic lead, developing and articulating compelling strategic narratives that reframe client challenges into strategic media opportunities that create a competitive advantage Stay at the forefront of identifying transformational business, marketing, cultural and consumer insights that unlock business advantage for key clients Demonstrate a strong understanding of the media landscape to innovate how media can reach people in the most relevant and meaningful ways Ensure quality of insights across 3Cs (Consumer, Competitive/Category, Cultural) and connect them in meaningful ways that deliver against business objectives and media actions Identify the strategic role media can play in overcoming barriers along the customer journey; ensure teams are applying strategic media principles through planning and activation Identify how brands should innovate and behave in different comms and cultural spaces to create more value for consumers Demonstrate strong communication skills that challenge how a client thinks about their business Architects/leads brainstorms and ideation sessions that challenge teams to develop innovative media & comms solutions Act as team lead with agency partners to ensure insights and strategy inform/ complement other marketing, creative and comms activities Lead agency thought leadership with a unique perspective; provide proactive thought leadership outreach to clients Participates in industry events to promote agency thought leadership Lead the strategic component of new business pitches and demonstrate strong growth record Leverage influence and expertise to increase client and agency regard for strategy and communications planning solutions Proactively bring new dentsu solutions to client’s business and uncover organic growth opportunities Work collaboratively with senior management, agency partners and peers to contribute to the success of the agency Adapt communication style to relevant audiences, from creatives to senior business executives Mentor, train and uplevel junior strategic talent Account Fit
Demonstrates mental agility to keep pace with fast speed of business; priorities change often and one must flex outside their discipline to ensure storytelling is carried through Develops new solutions quickly; helps the team make smarter, faster decisions and adapts to timelines A visionary who can re-imagine workflows to deliver on business needs and anticipate client needs Strong understanding of category dynamics (tech/gaming/AI) and able to pivot between B2C and B2B priorities Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree 12-15+ years experience in Communications Strategy or Strategic Media Planning Deep expertise and understanding of multiple communications channels and their role in brand marketing Strong analytic skills – ability to translate data into insights; disciplined and structured problem solving Strategic thinking with a balanced analytical and creative approach to holistic and tactical media planning Storytelling ability to weave a compelling and persuasive strategic narrative Demonstrated ability to provide strategic perspective and points of view with minimal briefing Proven ability to quickly win client trust at senior level by demonstrating expert grasp of the client’s business and brand category Commitment to delivering creative media solutions and award-winning work Strong and persuasive collaborator who can align team members, agency partners, and clients behind a shared vision Dynamic presence in presentations and client or internal communications Raises group proficiency – leadership, quality, efficiency Excellent team feedback from direct reports and collaborative partners Ambassador with grace in challenging internal/external scenarios The annual salary range for this position is $163,000-$263,000. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law. Benefits available with this position include: Medical, vision, and dental insurance Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance 401k Flexible paid time off At least 15 paid holidays per year Paid sick and safe leave Paid parental leave Dentsu also complies with applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. For further details regarding Dentsu benefits, please visit www.dentsubenefitsplus.com. Location
New York Brand
Carat Time Type
Full time Contract Type
Permanent EEO Notice
Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Dentsu also provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation, please email ApplicantAccommodations@dentsu.com with your accommodation request. We are here to support you.
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Join to apply for the
SVP, Strategy
role at
dentsu . The SVP of Strategy serves as the senior client-facing strategic lead and is focused on driving business growth through innovative media solutions. As strategic lead, the SVP demonstrates a strong understanding of client business needs, applying expertise to deliver short- and long-term solutions that create a competitive advantage. This role influences the development and presentation of game-changing media strategies and plans; guiding business objectives, insight generation, cultural narrative, and a strategic point-of-view on the role media can play in creating a cultural and competitive advantage. This leader pushes their teams and agency partners to go beyond the status quo and deliver innovative and breakthrough solutions that provide measurable business impact. They are a creative problem solver, combining a rigorous, data-driven analytical mindset with an ability to be an innovative creative thinker, and are in charge of delivering thought leadership and contributing to agency growth initiatives. Role Responsibilities
Acts as the account’s strategic lead, developing and articulating compelling strategic narratives that reframe client challenges into strategic media opportunities that create a competitive advantage Stay at the forefront of identifying transformational business, marketing, cultural and consumer insights that unlock business advantage for key clients Demonstrate a strong understanding of the media landscape to innovate how media can reach people in the most relevant and meaningful ways Ensure quality of insights across 3Cs (Consumer, Competitive/Category, Cultural) and connect them in meaningful ways that deliver against business objectives and media actions Identify the strategic role media can play in overcoming barriers along the customer journey; ensure teams are applying strategic media principles through planning and activation Identify how brands should innovate and behave in different comms and cultural spaces to create more value for consumers Demonstrate strong communication skills that challenge how a client thinks about their business Architects/leads brainstorms and ideation sessions that challenge teams to develop innovative media & comms solutions Act as team lead with agency partners to ensure insights and strategy inform/ complement other marketing, creative and comms activities Lead agency thought leadership with a unique perspective; provide proactive thought leadership outreach to clients Participates in industry events to promote agency thought leadership Lead the strategic component of new business pitches and demonstrate strong growth record Leverage influence and expertise to increase client and agency regard for strategy and communications planning solutions Proactively bring new dentsu solutions to client’s business and uncover organic growth opportunities Work collaboratively with senior management, agency partners and peers to contribute to the success of the agency Adapt communication style to relevant audiences, from creatives to senior business executives Mentor, train and uplevel junior strategic talent Account Fit
Demonstrates mental agility to keep pace with fast speed of business; priorities change often and one must flex outside their discipline to ensure storytelling is carried through Develops new solutions quickly; helps the team make smarter, faster decisions and adapts to timelines A visionary who can re-imagine workflows to deliver on business needs and anticipate client needs Strong understanding of category dynamics (tech/gaming/AI) and able to pivot between B2C and B2B priorities Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree 12-15+ years experience in Communications Strategy or Strategic Media Planning Deep expertise and understanding of multiple communications channels and their role in brand marketing Strong analytic skills – ability to translate data into insights; disciplined and structured problem solving Strategic thinking with a balanced analytical and creative approach to holistic and tactical media planning Storytelling ability to weave a compelling and persuasive strategic narrative Demonstrated ability to provide strategic perspective and points of view with minimal briefing Proven ability to quickly win client trust at senior level by demonstrating expert grasp of the client’s business and brand category Commitment to delivering creative media solutions and award-winning work Strong and persuasive collaborator who can align team members, agency partners, and clients behind a shared vision Dynamic presence in presentations and client or internal communications Raises group proficiency – leadership, quality, efficiency Excellent team feedback from direct reports and collaborative partners Ambassador with grace in challenging internal/external scenarios The annual salary range for this position is $163,000-$263,000. Placement within the salary range is based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law. Benefits available with this position include: Medical, vision, and dental insurance Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance 401k Flexible paid time off At least 15 paid holidays per year Paid sick and safe leave Paid parental leave Dentsu also complies with applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. For further details regarding Dentsu benefits, please visit www.dentsubenefitsplus.com. Location
New York Brand
Carat Time Type
Full time Contract Type
Permanent EEO Notice
Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Dentsu also provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation, please email ApplicantAccommodations@dentsu.com with your accommodation request. We are here to support you.
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