About Ogilvy
Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Ogilvy was founded in 1948 by David Ogilvy. David created a culture that deeply respects and cares about its people and clients. Our mission is to inspire people and brands to make an impact and we are committed to attracting, growing, and retaining the best talent in the industry.
About the RoleThe Strategy Director is a key leadership role within the agency, responsible for driving strategic thinking and ensuring the delivery of impactful brand and communication strategies for our clients. A strong advocate for creative excellence, you will use your expertise and vision to inspire and guide the agency's creative output. You will lead a team of strategists, oversee strategic planning for key accounts, contribute significantly to new business development, and play a vital role in shaping the agency's overall strategic vision. You are a recognized expert in your field, capable of inspiring both clients and colleagues with your strategic insights and creative thinking.
What You’ll DoClient Leadership:
- Cultivate strong, trusted advisor relationships with senior-level clients.
- Lead client engagements, providing strategic counsel and direction.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing accounts.
- Oversee client budgets and ensure projects are delivered profitably.
Strategic Planning & Execution:
- Lead the development and implementation of innovative brand and communication strategies.
- Conduct in-depth market research, competitive analysis, and audience insights gathering.
- Define brand positioning, messaging, and communication frameworks.
- Oversee the development of strategic deliverables, ensuring quality and effectiveness.
Thought Leadership & Creative Direction:
- Champion creative excellence within the agency, fostering a culture of innovation and strategic thinking.
- Provide strategic guidance and inspiration to creative teams, ensuring work is both creatively brilliant and strategically sound, reflecting your own high standards for creative output.
- Contribute to the agency's thought leadership efforts, sharing expertise and insights through publications, presentations, and industry events.
Team Leadership & Mentorship:
- Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of strategists, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Conduct performance reviews, provide regular feedback, and create opportunities for skill enhancement.
- Build a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment.
New Business Development:
- Play a leading role in new business pitches, developing compelling strategic proposals and presenting with confidence and clarity.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contributing to the agency's growth and success.
Continued growth within the agency is dependent on consistently demonstrating exceptional strategic leadership, building strong client relationships, fostering a high-performing team, and contributing significantly to new business wins. Success will be measured by client satisfaction, team performance, revenue growth, industry recognition, and overall contribution to the agency's strategic vision.
How We’ll Support YouOgilvy celebrates its people. Fully. Enthusiastically. Unhesitatingly. We’ll empower you with the tools you’ll need to succeed. We’ll give you the autonomy to seek out new paths and better ways of doing things. We’ll support you with colleagues who are experts in their disciplines, drawn from across the Ogilvy network. And we’ll provide opportunities for you to do work of which you’ll be proud, with people you’ll be proud to call your teammates.
At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.
We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality.
Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.
Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.
Skills Required
- Proven experience in leading brand and communication strategies
- Strong background in market research and audience insights
- Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
- Experience in new business development
- Leadership and team management experience
Ogilvy Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ogilvy and has not been reviewed or approved by Ogilvy.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive in several markets, with medical, dental, and vision plans alongside mental health support options. Wellness supports such as EAP access and gym-related perks are also described as part of the package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as a meaningful component of total rewards, including 401(k) matching in the US. In the UK example provided, pension contributions are described as robust and potentially high after probation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are described as relatively broad in some locations, including sizeable annual leave and additional days such as a birthday off and volunteering time. Parental leave is also portrayed as enhanced in certain markets.
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What We Do
Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. We build on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. We are proud to currently rank as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying our ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities.
