Associate Strategy Director

broadhead.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) matching

Performance-based bonuses

Gym access

Job summary

A dynamic marketing agency in Minneapolis is seeking an experienced Associate Strategy Director. The role involves leading strategic initiatives across assigned accounts, translating business challenges into actionable strategies, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years of experience in agency strategy, a strong curiosity to drive strategic relationships, and a passion for solving complex business problems. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of progressive agency account planning or strategy experience.
• Comfortable pushing thinking forward with clients and internal teams.
• Experience in agriculture, food systems, or complex B2B industries a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead strategy across assigned accounts.
• Translate business challenges into strategic direction.
• Analyze and synthesize data from multiple sources.

Skills

Curiosity

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Advanced degree or expertise in a relevant field

Job description

A symbol of strength + intelligence, the bull has long been a broadhead icon. For us, it symbolizes our strength of conviction, purpose, and a ‘grab the bull‑by‑the‑horns’ work ethic that helps us achieve greatness with each other and for our clients. Intrigued? Join us and become one with the bull.

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Job Id: 363

# of Openings: 1

Associate Strategy Director

About broadhead

At broadhead, we believe bold ideas create meaningful impact. We work with clients who are transforming the way we live and work, and we pride ourselves on being a smart, collaborative team that gets things done and makes a difference. We have team members in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Delafield, Wisconsin, and Charlotte, North Carolina.

Position Summary

Broadhead is looking to hire an experienced strategist to be part of our evolving Strategy Group and consulting practice. Our ideal teammate is ready to step into ownership of strategic work across assigned accounts. This role blends traditional account planning with business problem solving, cultural insight, and emerging AI‑enabled strategy. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy — leading strategy day‑to‑day without direct VP oversight — while collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams.

We’re looking for someone who is curious, driven, and eager to grow into senior leadership. Someone who pushes forward ideas, brings new ways of thinking, and delivers meaningful value to clients and teams. This position would have a hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead strategy across assigned accounts, serving as the primary strategic partner to clients and internal teams.
• Translate business challenges into clear strategic direction and actionable frameworks.
• Design and conduct research (qualitative and quantitative) or manage research partners as needed.
• Analyze and synthesize data from multiple sources to inform strategic thinking.
• Develop briefs, POVs, and strategic recommendations that inspire creative and media solutions.
• Collaborate closely with Media, Performance Marketing, Data Science, and Creative teams to ensure integrated thinking.
• Apply a ‘paid is paid’ mindset – ensuring strategy translates into effective paid activation and measurable outcomes.
• Contribute to measurement thinking and understand how strategy connects to performance.
• Engage with and contribute to the development of Prism, Broadhead’s AI‑powered insights platform.
• Integrate AI tools into research, synthesis, and workflow where appropriate.
• Present thinking clearly and confidently to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Facilitate workshops, briefings, and working sessions across teams.
• Self‑direct and manage projects without day‑to‑day supervision from senior leadership.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the changing needs of the agency.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ progressive agency account planning or strategy experience (or related work).
• Curious to the core and motivated to own the strategy relationship across assigned accounts.
• Gathers and synthesizes information quickly, reducing complexity into clear direction.
• Able to tell a compelling, concise story through insights and strategic thinking.
• Thoughtful, opportunistic, and driven to continuously learn and evolve.
• Culture‑driven and data‑fueled approach.
• Comfortable pushing thinking forward – with both clients and internal teams – in a kind, direct manner.
• Sees context and implications across complex business challenges.
• Systems thinker with the ability to connect ideas across disciplines.
• Embraces ambiguity and works collaboratively to find clarity.
• Passionate about solving real business problems.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a bias toward action.
• Experience in agriculture, food systems, or complex B2B industries a plus.
• Advanced education or deep expertise in an area of personal passion preferred.
• Understanding of design thinking and its application across business challenges.
• Experience working in environments that require both structure and disruption.
• Interest in AI and emerging technologies applied to strategy.
• Comfort working in a hybrid, evolving, and entrepreneurial environment.
• Fast thinker and adaptable problem solver.
• Detail‑oriented.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $105,000. Our employees are eligible for a full package of traditional benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We are a hybrid work company (3 days/week in‑office, 2 days/week remote is a typical week at broadhead) with Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and 401(k) matching. In addition, we provide paid parental leave, performance‑based bonuses, employee stipends, and gym access. Employees can receive employer contributions to HSAs, FSAs, and Student Loan Debt Repayment benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.