Strategy Director- brand design agency

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Strategy Director in Manchester. This role involves owning the strategy function, driving client relationships, and developing creative briefs. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in design and brand agencies, along with a robust portfolio showcasing work with FMCG, drinks, and luxury brands. Competitive salary and hybrid working model are part of the offer.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven experience at Head of Strategy or Strategy Director level in a design and brand agency.
• Strong portfolio featuring FMCG, drinks, and luxury brand projects.

Responsibilities

• Own the agency’s strategy function.
• Drive research and insights to inform strategy.
• Develop and brief creative teams.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Client relationship management

Business development

Creative briefing

Job description

• Opportunity to work with some of the most well loved brands in the world
• You’ll join a team of some of the most creative thinkers in the industry

About Our Client

A real powerhouse, this agency is a true creative end to end brand agency, delivering everything from activations, brand strategy and design, brand identity, packaging design, comms and campaigns. Their clients go to them time after time for their innovative thinking and ideation that makes their brands stand out.

Job Description

As the Strategy Director you’ll own the agency’s strategy function:

• Research & Insight
• Strategy
• Creative developing and creative briefing
• Effectiveness
• Client relationships
• Business Development & Growth

The Successful Applicant

We’re looking to speak to candidates at Head of Strategy / Strategy Director level with design and brand agency experience.

You have a portfolio filled with FMCG, drinks, and luxury brand work.

What’s on Offer

A competitive salary

Hybrid working