Senior Brand Strategist

Make It Good; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 4,565,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative branding agency is seeking a Brand Strategist to enhance their diverse portfolio while working in a supportive and relaxed environment. This role offers the chance to collaborate with international clients and contribute to high-quality branding strategies. You will research market trends, develop key messaging, and guide junior team members. With unlimited leave and a focus on work-life balance, this opportunity is perfect for someone looking to make a meaningful impact in a creative space. Join a team of passionate professionals and elevate your career in branding!

Benefits

Unlimited leave

Work-life balance: no overtime

Relaxed atmosphere

Great staff retention

Kind authentic people

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in brand strategy or marketing role.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Research market trends and predict future impacts on clients.
• Develop and present brand strategies aligned with client frameworks.

Skills

Digital Marketing

Market Research

Project Management

Branding

Analysis Skills

Management Experience

Profit & Loss Management

Product Development

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing Communication

Job description

A really great little branding agency is looking for a Brand Strategist to join their team. All their clients are international and they have a very high standard of work. This is a great opportunity to grow your portfolio and join a team of fabulous human beings.

Work model : Remote (can be based anywhere in South Africa). Need to be able to legally work in SA to be considered.

Salary : R4565k CTC

Why you'd want to work here :

• Unlimited leave
• Worklife balance : no overtime
• Relaxed atmosphere
• Kind authentic people
• Great staff retention

Requirements :

• You are insatiably curious.
• Have 5 years experience in a brand strategy or marketing role with excellent written verbal and presentation skills.
• Enjoy learning from people who have seen and done a lot.
• Are a team player but are equally happy to take a piece of work from brief to presentation on your own if needed.
• Can handle high pressure periods without breaking down.
• Have a positive and proactive attitude.
• Have a bachelor's degree in marketing communication or branding (unless your skills are exceptional in which case we can discuss it).

What you’ll do :

• Research current market trends and predict future trends that might affect a client’s product or service.
• Perform target audience research.
• Interview clients and their stakeholders.
• Develop and present brand strategies in line with our client’s strategy framework.
• Develop key brand messaging from the brand strategy.
• Research and brainstorm brand names.
• Contribute to the brand identity development from the creative teams.
• Interact with clients face-to-face via Zoom in writing and by telephone.
• Develop consistent content for our client’s marketing including the podcast blog and social media platforms.
• Research to identify competitors and their strengths or weaknesses.

What else :

• Guide juniors and external resources.
• Proactively identify revenue opportunities.
• Maintain a high level of self-quality control.
• Perform other duties as defined by management.

Key Skills :

Digital Marketing, Marketing, Management Experience, Profit & Loss, Analysis Skills, Microsoft PowerPoint, Market Research, Project Management, Product Management, P&L Management, Product Development, Branding

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years