Head of Strategy, Europe

Founded 22 years ago, we're a leading global and independent full-service social media agency on a mission to Make Social Better for everyone.To us, better social means creating unskippable content, making scrolling safer for everyone, creating stronger connections with each other and making a huge impact.To help us #makesocialbetter, we are looking for a Head of Strategy, Europe.The OpportunityWhere:
London & Surrounding Areas (Flexible - one day in the office/Clients a week)Type:
Full time salaried roleYou will be the leader of the agency's strategy practice, developing standout work to solve business problems through social.
You will partner with our Head of Social Media Intelligence to unlock unique insights and collaborate with our Creative Director to develop the best creative work.We need someone who is not only passionate about helping brands grow through social but also helping them have a positive impact and a clear purpose.The ideal candidate is the perfect mix of leader, storyteller, and doer; able to create the vision for the team, lead the development of strategists, and unlock strategies to create social-first work that helps our clients achieve their goals.What You'll DoINNOVATIVE THOUGHT LEADERSHIP:
Partner with the Creative Director and Managing Director to proactively shape the future of Social Element's strategy team and products (e.g., content strategies, paid/organic).
Create and invent new services (e.g., Influencer partnerships, social CX) to grow the agency's offerings and evolve with the changing social landscape.CULTURE EXPERT:
Partner with the Head of Data Intelligence; you will mine for insights that unlock brilliant creative strategies grounded in culture to cut through with audiences at all scales - from ideas with mass appeal to specific approaches for audiences with niche passion points.
You understand digital audiences of today and tomorrow to uncover the insights brands need to further their connection across social platforms.SOCIAL NATIVE AND TRENDSPOTTER:
Stay on top of the latest platform updates and social culture trends.
Identify the right moments for clients to join a trend and partner with Creative teams to develop unique content moments for clients to lead the trends.
Understand how to build brands through social; putting social strategy at the heart of marketing for brands.TEAM LEADERSHIP:
Develop the team, guiding them to achieve goals and assist in supporting their professional development.
Upskill and grow our existing team for strong creative/strategy collaboration as well as hire the talent needed to grow new capabilities.STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP:
Partner closely with Creative, unlocking insights that lead to strong performing creative.
Create briefs, support in Content brainstorms, and deliver feedback that grows on an idea.
Develop strategic processes and practices to better the work of the agency.CLIENT LEADER:
Be the client's strategic partner, unlocking ways to achieve their goals and connect with their audiences.
Use data to craft insights and guide clients to the best path forward for their business to unlock new revenue opportunities.PRESENTATION AND STORYTELLING:
Support your recommendations through strong written, oral, presentation, and communication skills.
Leverage inspiration from surprising places to captivate audiences and convey complex thoughts, emotions, and events - simply and beautifully.About YouExtensive experience in strategy leadership for social media and digital required including leading and overseeing strategists and partnering with creative teams.Skilled in uncovering insights through a variety of tools and techniques (NetBase Quid, Brandwatch, GWI, WARC).An existing portfolio of real-world social strategy work, including global/regional client case studies.Strong experience working alongside new business teams in pitches, and a proven record of helping unlock additional revenue from clients via strategic opportunities.Proven track record of strategic talent management.Exceptional presentation skills.
Confident in strategy creation and delivery to clients and internal stakeholders.Influencer and paid media strategy expertise is a benefit as well as a broad understanding of digital marketing and social media.Your TraitsNaturally inclusive, collaborative, and with a positive can-do attitude.Avid and passionate social media user with an interest and curiosity in internet culture.BenefitsPlease note these benefits are for UK based employees only.Flexible working (minimum 1 day per week in the office or with clients).36 days of holiday (including the bank holidays).3 Well Being days (to focus on your well being - bookable at short notice, no questions asked!).Birthday off.Annual Occasion Day off for an important event (e.g., moving house, getting married).1 Volunteer day off.Flexible Fridays (Working half day).Eye care:
Contributions towards eye tests and glasses.Enhanced sick pay:
4 weeks full pay, 4 weeks half pay.Enhanced family-friendly policies.Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.Access to our discounts website.The Hiring ProcessCulture + Connect Call - with one of Talent Team.Team Interviews + Leading for Success Interview with - Managing Director, Co-Global CEO, Head of Creative + Innovation, and Head of Social Intelligence.Assignment - Details will be sent via email with preparation time and advice.Final Interview - with some of the above Team Members to present the assignment.The Social Element Behaviors For SuccessBe focused and decisive.Be brave and inspirational.Be rigorous in our approach.Be considered and inclusive.Be loud and proud.Our Diversity, Equality & Inclusion CommitmentWe welcome applications from diverse and under-represented groups regardless of their background.We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so even if you feel you don't fulfill all the requirements, we encourage you to still apply - we'd love to hear from you!We value having divergent thinkers who bring various experiences and viewpoints to the table at The Social Element.
We strongly encourage members of underrepresented groups to apply.We are also able to make reasonable adjustments throughout the full recruitment process, so we invite you to identify any additional support that you may require to ensure you are supported throughout the full process.How To ApplyIf you're ready to make your mark with us, upload your CV and a cover letter explaining why you're excited to join our team.
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