Mid-weight Strategist - UK

SamyRoad; City of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global social agency in London is seeking a Mid-weight Strategist to create and optimize brand communication strategies. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in strategy roles, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. This position offers the opportunity to work with prominent brands and requires fluent English and a legal right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in strategy or related roles, preferably in creative agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to craft clear, persuasive decks and storytelling.
• Experience working with well-known or international brands is valued.

Responsibilities

• Analyze information and derive actionable insights.
• Support in identifying communication and brand opportunities.
• Collaborate with creative teams to fuel ideation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Strategy development

Creativity

Team collaboration

Fluent English

Job description

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SAMY is a leading global social first agency. We activate end-to-end media strategies, connecting with audiences in the most integrated and effective ways to solve key business challenges and make brands matter.

We are the first international ecosystem fueled by creativity, technology and culture, and by a team of 900+ people across 20 offices and 55 markets, serving more than 270 leading clients, including Europe, the U.S. and Latin America, who live and breathe social-first. Together, we create relevancy in the social universe for blue-chip brands such as L’Oréal, The North Face, Diageo, Microsoft and Samsung, among others.

Our vision is to lead the evolution of brand communication. At our core, we are Bold, Human and Transformative. We are adventurous. SAMY is where your career pushes boundaries and unlocks your highest potential. We were born with a desire to go further. To defy the status quo. To reshape our world.

Our Strategist will be in charge of creating, monitoring and optimizing innovative end-to-end brand and communication strategies. They will work together with the account, creative and social operations team to provide strategic guidance and help make things happen.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze information, data and research to derive clear and actionable insights for creative and business challenges.
• Support in identifying communication, brand and innovation opportunities across categories and markets.
• Conduct cultural and audience analysis to uncover human truths and emerging trends.
• Collaborate closely with creative teams, fueling ideation with insight and strategic thinking.
• Assist in the development of communication and brand strategies, understanding how they connect with media and channel choices.
• Recommend the most relevant channels based on objectives, audiences and brand needs in partnership with media specialists.
• Build compelling presentations and strategic narratives in a visually engaging and structured way.
• Track and analyze performance data to understand what worked, what didn’t, and recommend optimizations.
• Participate in workshops, briefings and client presentations with confidence and clarity.
• Contribute to a culture of strategic curiosity and ongoing learning within the team.

Skills & Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in strategy or related roles (creative agencies preferred).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into meaningful insights.
• Demonstrated ability to craft clear, persuasive decks and storytelling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid understanding of social media and broader media‑landscape fundamentals.
• Experience working with well-known or international brands is valued.
• Highly organized, collaborative and proactive in approach.
• Creative thinker who is comfortable exploring unconventional ideas.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Legal right to work in the UK.

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

Advertising Services