Full-time · Hybrid
Director of Strategy
This is a high-impact leadership role designed for a strategic visionary who wants to scale a top-tier social agency toward global dominance. You will transition the strategy department from a support function to a core business driver, working directly with iconic brands and shaping the agency's long-term IP. It is a rare chance to influence the trajectory of a company aiming to be the world's leading social agency by 2026.
Coolr · London, England, United Kingdom · Posted 18 April 2026
The role
Overview
This is a high-impact leadership role designed for a strategic visionary who wants to scale a top-tier social agency toward global dominance. You will transition the strategy department from a support function to a core business driver, working directly with iconic brands and shaping the agency's long-term IP. It is a rare chance to influence the trajectory of a company aiming to be the world's leading social agency by 2026.
What they need
Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Own and evolve the agency-wide strategic positioning and narrative
- Lead, mentor, and grow the internal strategy team
- Act as a senior strategic advisor to key C-suite clients
- Develop unique strategic frameworks and tools to elevate agency output
- Drive the strategic direction for major new business pitches
- Ensure insight-led thinking is integrated across all agency departments
Essential
- Extensive experience leading strategy within a high-growth agency environment
- Proven track record of operating at a C-suite level with major global brands
- Ability to develop and implement proprietary strategic frameworks and IP
- Experience leading and scaling a department of strategists
- Deep understanding of social media ecosystems and popular culture
- Strong background in new business development and pitching
Preferred
- Experience with international market expansion, specifically UK and US
- Established reputation as a thought leader in the social media or advertising space
- Experience working with major consumer brands in food, delivery, or retail sectors
Key Skills
Strategic VisioningC-Suite Relationship ManagementTeam Leadership & MentorshipInsight-Led ThinkingPublic Speaking & PitchingCultural AnalysisOperational ScalingBrand Narrative Development
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Hybrid working model
- Opportunity to lead a core pillar of a rapidly growing agency
- Exposure to high-profile global clients
- Central role in international expansion plans
- Collaborative and creative work environment
- Professional development and leadership autonomy
Next step
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