Associate Director, Strategy

Responsibilities Lead and contribute to all aspects of the strategy process — from research and analysis to insight development and creative briefing — with a high degree of independence and sound judgment. Provide clear, thoughtful strategic counsel to clients and internal teams, including identifying proactive opportunities for growth. Develop communication plans, consumer journeys, and activation frameworks that guide creative execution. Create and present strategic briefs and recommendations to internal & external audiences with clarity and confidence. Demonstrate a strong understanding of client business, category dynamics, and cultural context, contributing informed perspectives to the work. Partner closely with account, creative, and cross‑functional teams to ensure strategic alignment and cohesion throughout projects. Support and, where appropriate, lead components of new business efforts, contributing to both thinking and storytelling. Skills & Experience 6+ years of strategy experience within creative and/or specialist agencies (experiential, partnerships, PR, digital) with potential brand‑side exposure. Strong experience across research tools and methodologies, with the ability to synthesize inputs into clear, actionable insights. Proven ability to translate data and cultural understanding into compelling strategic platforms and creative inspiration. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop and deliver a clear, persuasive point of view. Demonstrates the core traits of a strong strategist: curiosity, emotional intelligence, empathy, and collaboration. Comfortable operating within a large, complex, and non‑linear organization, building relationships across teams and within the broader Endeavor network. A portfolio that reflects both craft and impact — contributing to and helping shape work that drives meaningful results. Experience in partnerships, experiential, or culture‑led strategy is a strong plus. A track record of contributing to the visibility and value of strategy within teams or client engagements. Working Arrangement The office operates 4 days per week, providing a balance between collaborative teamwork and focused independent work. Compensation Hiring pay range: $90,000 to $120,000 annually, with additional incentives, growth opportunities, and benefits including health care, retirement plans, vacation, and paid time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr