Strategic Planning Manager

Dentsu International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing and communications agency in the UK is seeking a Strategic Planning Manager to lead creative strategy across several brands. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the industry with a focus on branding and strategic planning. You will be responsible for writing inspiring briefs and mentoring junior team members. This is a full-time fixed term contract role, ideal for someone with excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in marketing or strategic planning.
• 1-2 years of managerial experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in both verbal and written English communication.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for writing briefs and conducting briefings.
• Mentors planners and associate planners in the discipline.
• Builds strong relationships with marketing/account clients.

Skills

Data analytical skills

Critical thinking

Presentation skills

English communication

Job description

Strategic Planning Manager page is loaded## Strategic Planning Managertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 28, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R1112493**Job Description:****Responsibilities:*** Has the overall responsibility for writing briefs and conducting briefings on several brands and the ability to mentor and train others in the same pursuits* Acts as a catalyst to creative and brand teams in seeking out new ways to add value to the brand and in identifying future opportunities* Demonstrates the maturity and leadership skills to become a key player in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary cross agency team* Leverages data and insights to writes inspiring briefs and lead creative briefings with little supervision* Pro-actively seeks out opportunities to make the work better in a collaborative way* Demonstrates a proficiency in the usage and translation of all types of data into leverageable insights to drive creative thinking and client growth* Is a knowledgeable leader for planners and associate planners and can help them grow in the discipline* Demonstrates and fosters a collaborative work environment in which ideas flourish* Builds strong relationships with middle level marketing/account clients and earns their trust and respect**Knowledge and experience:*** At least 5 years-experience in relevant industry with at least 1-2 years or more working as a Manager* Knowledge in marketing, branding, strategic planning & communication channels* In-depth knowledge about conducting consumer survey by qualitative & quantitative research**Skills and abilities:*** Strong data analytical skills and can use data to solve problems* Critical thinking, presentation & explanation skills* Excellent in English, both verbal & written communication* Ability to work within a team & independently**Location:****Brand:****Time Type:**Full time**Contract Type:**Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)