Global Brand Strategy Director

Havas Paris; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-impact projects

Growth opportunities

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Job summary

Havas Paris is seeking an experienced International Account Director to work on high-stakes brand challenges. The candidate will manage client relationships, strategic thinking, and lead operational projects. Responsibilities include working with clients on brand positioning, leading complex projects, and contributing to business developments. This role requires 5 to 7 years in a communication or advertising agency, fluency in English, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Located in Puteaux, the position offers a permanent contract.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in a communication or advertising agency.
• Experience in developing international campaigns and coordinating projects.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Work with french and/or international brands on positioning and culture.
• Lead complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development from strategic recommendations to pitches.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Client relationship management

Project leadership

Quality focus

Diplomacy

Job description

We are Havas Paris.

At Havas Paris, we work with brandsandorganisationsoperatingin complex, highly exposed and constantly evolving environments.

Brandsandorganisationsfor which culture,meaningand consistencyin communication are key considerations — in France as well as internationally.

Within our Brand Culture & Advertising community, consulting sits at the crossroads of brand strategy, creativeadvertisingand social dynamics.

The challenges are demanding, clients are highly involved, and expectations are high —both in termsofstrategic thinking and execution.

About the role

To strengthen the team,we’relooking for an International AccountDirectorcapable of working on high-stakes communication challenges and playing a long-term role in shaping projects and client relationships.

Working closely with an Associate Director, youwill befully involved in client relationships, strategicthinkingandtheoperationaldelivery ofinternationalprojects.

More specifically, you will:

• Contribute to the development ofstrategicplatforms, creativeterritoriesand communication strategies

• Lead complex, multi-stakeholderprojectswitha high levelof quality andrigour

• Help structure client relationships,ensure smooth and effective communication, and move projects forward in sometimes fast-changing environments

• Work closely withtheagency andtheHavas Group teams involved in the projects, both in France and internationally

• Contribute to business development and upstream strategic thinking, including recommendations,pitchesand account growth

Depending on the project, you may work on integratedcampaigns and communications spanning digital, social, film,printand activation.

The profile

This role is for experienced agency professionalswith a strong consulting mindset.

You are:

• Comfortable switching between strategic thinking and hands-on delivery

• Structured, detail-oriented andsolution drivenwhen it comes toboth thequalityof deliverables and the processesrequiredto achieve it

• Able to thrive in fast-paced,internationaland highly visible environments

• Diplomatic, confident in client relationships and comfortable working with demanding stakeholders

• Curious, committed, and genuinely interested incommunicationand culture.

Youhave:

• 5 to 7 years of experienceminimumin communication or advertising agencies

• Experiencecontributing to the development and delivery of integrated campaigns

• Experience developing international campaigns and/or coordinating projects internationally

• Fluent English, both written and spoken, is essential, as most client interactions are conducted in English

• A desire tobe part of a collaborative team andcontribute to ambitiousprojects.

Why join us ?

• Work on high-value strategic communicationchallenges, in France and internationally

• Join a community whereconsultingand creativity go hand in hand

• Take on akey role withreal responsibilities andopportunitiesto grow

• Be part of an agency wherehigh standards, curiosity and brand culture truly matter.

Position based in Puteaux (Havas Village) –available ASAP on apermanent contract(CDI).Occasional international travelmay be required depending on theprojects.

Havas Paris is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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