Strategic Director (2)

Dropsolid Company; Oost-Vlaanderen; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Team events

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Dropsolid is seeking a Strategic Director to lead our multidisciplinary Experience Architecture team, reporting to the Co-CEO. You will shape the strategic direction, drive AI-enabled services, and grow key client partnerships across digital experiences.

You will mentor a diverse team, win strategic accounts, and ensure delivery excellence while aligning with Dropsolid's vision and six core values.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in digital strategy, UX, marketing technology, or related domains.
• Proven success in managing challenging digital transformation projects and guiding clients through strategic decision-making processes.
• Strong background in technology stacks and open-source platforms; familiarity with AI-driven solutions is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust, foster personal connections, and create long‑term client relationships.
• Solid track record of developing and closing strategic accounts, as well as inspiring teams to deliver results.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage at C-level.
• Passion for learning, growth, and staying ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Vision & Leadership: Define and articulate the strategic roadmap for Dropsolid’s Experience Architecture services.
• Commercial Engagement & Client Relationships: Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key clients and win opportunities.
• Team Management & Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team; foster innovation and growth.
• Performance & Results: Set KPIs, manage resources, and drive delivery excellence and value creation.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Digital strategy

UX/Marketing tech

AI-driven solutions

C-level engagement

Job description

Dropsolid designs, builds, hosts, evolves and creates powerful websites with results. Combined in a digital ecosystem with at its base a CMS (Drupal), marketing automation (Mautic), personalization (Apache Unomi), and even AI. Traditional systems make way for innovative Digital Experience Platforms. Starting from a strong digital strategy, we create the best online experiences for organizations and all their stakeholders.
At Dropsolid, we believe that every organization deserves the freedom, flexibility, and control to build meaningful, personalized digital experiences. Our mission is to empower businesses through a unique blend of open-source technology, AI-driven solutions, and human-centered strategy.

Our culture is as important as our code, and it’s reflected in our 6 core values: Trust, Connect, Help, Challenge, Grow and Enjoy. They're the foundation and heart of our company. Driven by an open culture, with a focus on long-term relationships and with a passion for customer intimacy, we always put our customers and their needs first.
As we move boldly into the future—positioning AI not merely as a tool to enhance and personalize our digital experiences, but as the driving force that will lead and shape tomorrow’s innovations—our commitment to trust, freedom, personal connection and growth remains unwavering.

We are seeking a Strategic Director who will lead our multidisciplinary team of Experience Architects, including UX Strategists, UX/UI Designers, SEO Specialists, Conversion & Data Analysts, Functional Analysts and Marketing Automation Experts. As a member of the management team, you will report directly to the Co-CEO and play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of our digital services, spearheading innovation, and championing the integration of AI-driven services and solutions into our portfolio.
You will be both a visionary and an operational driver: cultivating strategic client relationships, uncovering new business opportunities, guiding our talented team to deliver exceptional digital experiences and ensuring further growth of our strategic department. Your in-depth understanding of shaping digital strategies, creating business impact, the technology landscape, open-source communities and marketing technologies, combined with your proven commercial acumen, will help drive business growth and ensure sustainable value creation for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Vision & Leadership:

  • Define and articulate the strategic roadmap for Dropsolid’s Experience Architecture services.

  • Ensure that AI-driven capabilities are integrated into our service offering and are put as first-class citizens in our offered solutions, helping clients leverage advanced personalization, automation, and analytical insights.

  • Collaborate closely with the management team to shape our market positioning and ensure alignment with the company’s vision, values, and growth objectives.

  • Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, sharing knowledge and inspiring innovation within the team.

• Commercial Engagement & Client Relationships:

  • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key clients, translating their business objectives into actionable digital strategies and solutions.

  • Identify and cultivate new commercial opportunities, leading high-level pitches and negotiations to win strategic accounts.

  • Serve as a trusted advisor and thought leader to clients, ensuring that their digital experience investments deliver measurable value and competitive advantage.

• Team Management & Development:

  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team, ensuring cohesion, high performance, and personal growth.

  • Champion a culture of continuous innovation, curiosity, and professional development within your teams.

  • Foster an environment of trust, freedom, and open communication, enabling team members to share ideas, take ownership, and excel in their respective domains.

  • Attract top industry talent and nurture a community of creative thinkers and doers who thrive on delivering meaningful, personalized experiences.

• Performance & Results:

  • Set clear goals, KPIs, and success metrics for the Experience Architecture division, and regularly report on progress to the Co-CEO and management team.

  • Oversee effective resource allocation, budgeting, and forecasting to ensure operational efficiency and profitability.

  • Continuously refine processes, methodologies, and frameworks to enhance delivery excellence, client satisfaction, and long‑term business value.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in digital strategy, UX, marketing technology, or related domains.

• Proven success in managing challenging digital transformation projects and guiding clients through strategic decision-making processes.

• Strong background in technology stacks, open-source platforms, and familiarity with AI-driven solutions is a plus.

• Demonstrated ability to build trust, foster personal connections, and create long‑term client relationships.

• Solid track record of developing and closing strategic accounts, as well as inspiring teams to deliver exceptional results.

• Exceptional communication, negotiation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage at C-level and facilitate high-impact workshops.

• Passion for learning, growth, and staying ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

What We Offer

• A key leadership position in a challenging, innovative company with a clear vision, focused on our 6 core values.

• The freedom to shape strategy, drive meaningful change, and leave a lasting mark on our organization and clients.

• A collaborative and inclusive environment where trust, personal connection, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

• A fortnightly Thursday drink, fun team activities and a quarterly team event. interesting salary package with extralegal benefits, 12 ADV days and many growth opportunities.

• Entrepreneurship and ambition are strongly encouraged within Dropsolid. You will have the opportunity to detect opportunities, to contribute ideas to the company by improving processes and to realize your personal ambitions.

• You are, as it were, an indispensable link in the growth of Dropsolid.

Ready to Shape the Future of Digital Experiences?

Join Dropsolid and lead the charge in crafting exceptional digital strategies that empower organizations to thrive in the age of AI and open-source innovation. Your expertise, vision, and leadership will inspire teams, delight clients, and ultimately redefine what’s possible in the world of connected digital experiences.