Director, Strategy

DJE Holdings; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications firm is seeking a Strategy Director in Toronto to craft and lead brand strategies. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in advertising and proven success in developing campaigns that resonate with audiences. Join a collaborative environment to tackle meaningful challenges and elevate your strategic impact in a diverse setting.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a strategy or planning role within an advertising agency and/or PR firm.
• Proven track record of leading campaigns that deliver strong results.
• Understanding of branding and consumer behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Craft communications and brand strategies addressing business challenges.
• Develop ideas in collaboration with creative teams.
• Monitor campaign performance and make proactive adjustments.

Skills

Strategic Development

Cross-functional Collaboration

Problem-solving

Branding understanding

Collaboration

Education

Relevant educational background (psychology, cultural anthropology, or sociology preferred)

Job description

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum.

At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

We're seeking a Strategy Director with a strong background in advertising who is ready to step up their career, eager to tackle more interesting challenges, and craft inspiring briefs — all with a collaborative spirit, not a big ego!

This is your chance to elevate your career by guiding campaigns that shape the future of top brands. You'll work alongside top creative Canadian and global talent, solving unique challenges and developing results-driven strategies. If you're ready to take your strategic career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you.We are Edelman, a communications firm that breaks industry stereotypes. If you're tired of working in advertising and want to solve more meaningful and interesting problems, come join us!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Strategic Development: Take ownership of crafting communications and brand strategies that uncover and address real human problems behind business challenges.
• Collaborate on Campaigns: Partner closely with creative teams to develop ideas that stay on brief and deliver meaningful solutions
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with account, digital, PR, and analytics teams to turn insights into actionable plans that deliver results.
• Monitor and Optimize: Track campaign performance and proactively make adjustments to ensure long-term impact and client satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in a strategy or planning role within an advertising agency and/or PR firm
• A proven track record of supporting and leading campaigns that deliver strong business results and cultural relevance.
• Strong understanding of branding and consumer behaviour.
• Relevant educational background (psychology, cultural anthropology, or sociology preferred). Experience with DE&I and multicultural initiatives is a plus but not required.

Ideal Traits

• Independent Thinker: You’re ready to take more ownership of strategies and lead them with confidence, while still valuing collaboration.
• Solutions-focused: You bring a proactive, problem-solving approach to all aspects of the job, constantly looking for ways to improve strategies and their impact.
• Collaborative Team Player: You thrive when working with cross-functional teams and value diverse perspectives to achieve the best results.
• Organized and Detail-oriented:You’re able to manage multiple projects and priorities without missing a beat.
• Growth Mindset: You stay informed on industry trends and are eager to continue learning and refining your strategic approach.

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We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.