About the positionReports to: Global SVP Brand StrategyPosition SummaryIn this role you will partner with our brand teams as we develop compelling strategies for our clients’ business that unleash the potential of their brands.ExperienceExtensive experience in strategic planning within a healthcare advertising or creative agencyExtensive data and insight mining: qualitative and quantitative research, primary and secondaryStrong experience in leading global strategy projects (global pitches, global brand positioning, global brand planning, etc)Excellent creative brief writing skills and development of clear insight stories and propositionsExtensive experience briefing and collaborating creative teamsDevelop competitive analysis and audits, market and brand landscape reviewsProven reporting on important cultural/technology/health trends, and their potential application to and impact on client businessRepeated experience of developing brand strategies across the product life cycleStrong pitch experienceResearch and development of customer experience mappingRegular workshop development and delivery excellenceResponsibilitiesBuild persuasive and inspiring stories to present strategy and achieve successful outcomesProvide direction and guidance to junior strategists to identify data sources & analytical frameworks and formulate a POVMentor and support junior strategists on their path to growthEnsure effective collaboration across teams by setting a positive tone, assigning roles as needed and ensuring accountabilityLead client work with supervision from strategic leadershipCreate and maintain authentic relationships with senior clientsWork productChallenge the team to continually seek innovative solutions and growth opportunitiesOwn the integration of innovative tools, methodologies and resources into strategic processes and documentsDemonstrate leadership in pursuing growth opportunities and incorporating into daily workRequirementsClear communicator, good listener, agile thinkerCurious and analyticalHas an understanding of what is required to successfully achieve work objectivesAble to be an individual contributor, willing and eager to work in a hands-on, proactive capacityStrong persuasive communication skills to advocate for strategy both internally and externallyCollaborative and drivenQualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in public health, science, marketing, sociology, psychology or communications or comparable degreesOur Commitment to Diversity, Equity & InclusionVML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or physical or mental disability. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction. #J-18808-Ljbffr