About UsWere a creative-first social agency in the business of spinning heads, stopping thumbs and our mission is to make brands relevant. We fuse social knowhow with data and insights to create industry-leading creative on a global scale and we love creating big ideas for small screens! Founded by Max Whicher and Alex Bodini in 2016, Spin now boasts a team of over 50 social natives who deliver work for global brands, including Google, loveholidays, AliExpress, Fujifilm, and Princes.We are a diverse group of creators, analysts, specialists, enthusiasts, deep-thinkers and boundary-pushers. And, of course, we can't forget about creative, and thats where you come in!Our blend of passion and fun has garnered us multiple awards for creating a fantastic workplace. (This is where we brag about being recognised as one of the 'Top 100 Best Places to Work' and Culture 100 Award Winners).You can see more of what we're about at spinbrands.com and take a peek at our smiling faces on our 'About Us' page.The RoleLess about us, more about you.Ready to join our dynamic and rapidly expanding team? As a social agency, we thrive in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment where no two days are alike. In this energetic atmosphere, you'll experience accelerated growth, limitless learning opportunities, and rapid career development. So, buckle up.We are seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Strategist to join our dynamic social media agency. As the Senior Strategist, you will be responsible for creating leading strategies for our clients as well as overseeing all aspects of work of the strategy team. You will work closely with the Social Strategy Director to develop the in-house strategic approach to our social media services. This role presents an exciting opportunity to shape the direction of our agency's services and drive impactful results for our clients. Join our team of 50+ talented professionals and contribute to our continued growth and success.Heres what youll be doingStrategy LeadLead the development and execution of comprehensive overarching social strategy for our social media services and client campaigns, ensuring alignment with their business objectives.Conduct thorough research and analysis to identify target audiences, industry trends, and competitor activities to inform strategy development using in-house tools, external data and our internal Data & Insights function.Interpret our client briefs and help devise the right internal briefs and battle plans for our core teams to carry out and achieve the business objectives. Develop innovative and creative strategies and insights that leverage social media platforms to drive results across the funnelBe a proactive client advisor, identifying opportunities for the brand to push it further in social.Internal DevelopmentCollaborate with our team of Directors on the in-house strategy for our agency, aligning it with the overall business goals and objectives.Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to ensure the agency remains at the forefront of innovation.Team Leadership and CollaborationUpskill our existing team on best-in-class strategy - working with Strategy, Client Leadership, Data and Insights and others. Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages creativity, knowledge sharing, and effective communication.Build structures and frameworks for strategy that the wider team can use going forward. Performance Analysis and OptimisationMonitor performance of our work, analysing data and key metrics to evaluate effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.Develop and implement optimisation strategies to enhance campaign performance and maximise client satisfaction.Provide insight and strategic know-how for client reviews such as QBRs. Heres what we need from youSignificant experience in a strategic role within a social media agency or similar digital marketing environment.Strong management experience.Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.In-depth knowledge of social media, trends and best practices across a range of channel objectives.Proficiency in conducting market research, competitor analysis, and audience segmentation.Strong business acumen with the ability to align strategies with client objectives and agency goals.Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas and strategies in a clear and compelling manner.Proficiency in using social media management tools and analytics platforms.The PerksBonuses Celebrate company wins with our bonus scheme earn up to 20% additional salary - cha-ching! Flexi-working - work from your favourite spot at home 3 days per week, or abroad for up to a month each year, get out there and explore!Holidays - 25 days of holiday to recharge plus an additional holiday day for every year you are at Spin! Hours - Friday 4 PM finishes to kickstart your weekendHealthcare - Fully comprehensive private healthcare, including mental health and physiotherapy - We want you to be as healthy and happy as possible! Development - Access to personal L&D budget - Explore what you love doing and grow your skillsMaternity/Paternity Enhanced parental leave policies and support - We want you to have the most time with your little ones! Enhanced pension contributions - Did somebody say retirement cruise fund? Socials - Team outings, events, and epic socials planned by our social committee! - We know how to have fun!Our ValuesAlways Be Curious: Explore the what ifs and experiment freely.Keep Up: Embrace change and move fast.Uphold High Standards: Take pride in delivering excellence.Act With Initiative: Spot opportunities and take action.Show Respect, Always: Value and respect everyone in our people-first business.At Spin, we foster a vibrant work environment that thrives on diverse perspectives and creative ideas. As strong advocates for inclusion and representation, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, disability, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age.Beyond compliance, we take pride in building a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and champions inclusion, diversity, and representation.
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Senior Strategist