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
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Overview
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About Coolr
Coolr is a mid-sized employer working in marketing and advertising, based in London, England, United Kingdom.
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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
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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
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