Associate Director of Strategy

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Associate Director of Strategy to join our innovative team at Monks in New York. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead strategic initiatives, drive impactful projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape our business direction. Your expertise will guide our strategic vision, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market trends.

At Kepler Group, we specialize in engineered marketing that fosters personalized and productive relationships between brands and consumers. Our approach involves acting as our clients’ agency of record, serving as an in-house team, or adopting a hybrid model. We leverage data and technology across all paid digital media and data-driven CRM channels to optimize marketing efforts. Recognized by AdAge as one of the Best Places to Work in 2022, we take pride in our commitment to our team and our clients.We maintain transparency with our employees, providing regular updates on company performance, financials, and challenges.As a growing company, we offer exceptional opportunities for professional growth and the chance to influence the company’s direction.We cultivate a fun work environment where you can collaborate with and learn from the brightest minds in the industry.THE TEAMThe Strategy team is responsible for managing client relationships, delivering strategic guidance, and ensuring internal teams meet and exceed client objectives. This team encompasses ad operations, campaign project management, and comprehensive client planning.THE ROLE

Join Mediabrands as an Associate Director of Strategy in the Healthcare sector, where your expertise will drive innovative solutions that enhance client outcomes. This leadership role demands a strategic thinker who can navigate complex healthcare landscapes and deliver insights that shape effective marketing strategies.As a vital part of our team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, leveraging data analytics and market research to inform strategic planning and execution. Your contributions will be pivotal in optimizing client campaigns and ensuring alignment with overarching business goals.

Tripadvisor Group connects travelers with trusted insights and recommendations, spanning experiences, lodging, dining, and more. Through brands such as Tripadvisor, Viator, and TheFork, the company serves a global audience, offering content, travel advice, and marketplaces that link people with memorable journeys. Location and Flexibility This Associate Director of Strategy position can be based in New York or Needham. Hybrid and fully remote arrangements are available. Occasional in-office presence in Needham, MA may be required depending on business needs. Role Overview The Associate Director of Strategy plays a key role in shaping Tripadvisor's direction. This position leads projects that advance both strategic and financial objectives. Success in this role depends on quickly building relationships, solving complex problems, and communicating effectively. Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to deliver results from the start are essential. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver projects that support Tripadvisor's strategy and financial goals Collaborate across multiple business lines, including Product, Engineering, Operations, Sales, Analytics, and Corporate Development Engage with stakeholders to address challenges and implement practical solutions Reporting Structure This role reports directly to the Head of Strategy and provides regular exposure to the Tripadvisor Group executive leadership team.

Join our innovative team at Monks as an Associate Director of Digital Strategy. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the development and execution of digital strategies that drive engagement and growth. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful online campaigns, analyze performance metrics, and leverage insights to enhance user experiences. Your leadership will guide the strategic vision for our digital platforms, ensuring alignment with our business objectives.

About WPP MediaWPP serves as the trusted growth partner for some of the world's most prominent brands. We harness exceptional talent, reliable data, and strategic partnerships through our innovative marketing platform, WPP Open, to help clients navigate change, seize opportunities, and achieve transformative growth.WPP Media operates as an AI-driven media unit, merging media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalization at scale. Through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, we ensure clients understand precisely where, how, and why their media investments yield results.To learn more about us, visit wppmedia.com.About WPP Media WPP embodies creative transformation. We leverage the power of creativity to foster better futures for our people, the planet, our clients, and our communities. For more details, visit wpp.com.WPP Media stands as WPP's global media collective. In an era where media permeates every aspect of life, we unite the best platforms, talent, and partnerships to unlock limitless growth opportunities. Discover more at wppmedia.com.At WPP Media, we champion the strength of our culture and our people. This commitment drives us to provide exceptional experiences for our clients and each other. In this position, it is essential to embody WPP and WPP Media's core values:Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire Transformational Creativity.Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences through Cultivating Trust.Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.About Mindshare: A Leading WPP Media BrandMindshare is committed to delivering Good Growth for our clients. As “Growth Architects,” we engineer growth that benefits all stakeholders—enhancing lives, the planet, and business—through intentional media use. This strategy fosters more meaningful consumer connections, boosts brand trust, and produces superior outcomes for all involved.Role Summary & ImpactThe Associate Director, Commerce Strategy will leverage a deep understanding of commerce platforms, including retail media networks and adtech partners, to address intricate business challenges with clear perspectives. This role will identify opportunities for product, process, or solution enhancements to drive success.

Job Title: Associate Director of Workforce StrategyTeam: New York RegionalLocation: On-site in New York, NYEmployment Type: Full-timeFLSA Classification: ExemptStart Date: June 2026About BravenBraven is a leading national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering promising college students, referred to as Fellows, to attain strong career opportunities following graduation through a transformative career-accelerating program. We collaborate with higher education institutions and employers to provide an impactful experience that begins with an immersive semester-long course and extends ongoing support through graduation. Together, we aim to help rebuild the middle class and restore the American Dream.About the RoleTo fulfill our ambitious goal of serving 80,000-100,000 Fellows in the next decade, Braven is seeking an Associate Director of Workforce Strategy. This pivotal role will guide students towards successful post-college career outcomes as a strategic career coach to Fellows at our Higher Education Partner, the University of Mount Saint Vincent (UMSV). The engagement will start during the Braven Career and Leadership Accelerator Course (the Accelerator) and continue beyond. This position presents a unique opportunity to enhance Braven’s regional and national impact.This role is integral to the New York regional team and reports directly to the Senior Director.What You’ll DoStrategy and Career Coaching (55%)Craft and implement a comprehensive vision and strategy to assist Fellows in securing internships and achieving robust post-college career outcomes.Oversee goal tracking for internship and job placement progress, which includes monthly dashboard reporting and annual survey processes.Analyze student-level and program data, utilizing centralized systems to identify and implement effective student support interventions.Lead the annual Jobs Campaign ensuring that graduates secure promising post-college career opportunities.Provide individualized career coaching for Fellows, encompassing goal setting, career exploration, and job search strategies.Forge and nurture relationships within the UMSV campus ecosystem to facilitate collaboration, co-host programming, enhance visibility, and connect students with valuable opportunities and resources.Maintain partnerships with existing Employer Partners to stay updated on hiring needs, strengthen engagement, and facilitate internships and career opportunities for students.

canvasww seeks an Associate Director of Media Strategy based in New York, NY. This position shapes and implements media strategies designed to support brand growth and boost audience engagement. Key responsibilities Lead the development and rollout of media plans that align with client goals. Guide teams as they navigate changes in the media landscape. Oversee the optimization of campaigns across various channels to maximize impact. What to expect This role focuses on both high-level strategic direction and hands-on campaign management. Collaboration with internal teams is central, as is staying current with media trends and best practices.

POSITION SUMMARY:As the Associate Director of Medical Strategy, you will leverage your profound understanding of the life sciences industry to transform complex scientific and clinical data into actionable insights. Your critical thinking and strategic mindset will drive the development of recommendations that enhance the client’s brand positioning and address intricate business challenges. You will excel in managing multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring high-quality deliverables.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide strategic insights for the development of clinically relevant educational materials that effectively utilize clinical data to meet brand objectives.Independently create scientific content through the analysis and interpretation of clinical data across various project types.Conduct comprehensive literature reviews, actively monitor the competitive landscape, and perform thorough competitive analyses.Build strong client relationships, contributing proactively in meetings and discussions.Collaborate with internal teams to craft engaging educational content and initiatives for healthcare professionals, including slide presentations and digital media.Work closely with creative teams to develop interactive programs that utilize scientific storytelling and innovative data visualization techniques.Collaborate in articulating the company's perspectives and recommendations to clients.Play a pivotal role in educating team members about disease states, clinical trials, treatments, and competitors.Assist in the preparation of materials for medical and regulatory approval processes, integrating client and regulatory feedback.Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an inclusive workplace culture.Perform additional duties as assigned.

Veeva Systems is a purpose-driven leader in the industry cloud sector, dedicated to accelerating the delivery of therapies to patients in the life sciences field. As one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies in history, we achieved over $2 billion in revenue in our last fiscal year, with significant growth opportunities on the horizon.Our core values—Do the Right Thing, Customer Success, Employee Success, and Speed—define our company culture. Notably, in 2021, we became a public benefit corporation (PBC), committed to balancing the interests of our customers, employees, society, and investors.As a Work Anywhere organization, we empower you to choose the work environment that best suits your needs, whether that’s working from home or in the office.Join us in transforming the life sciences industry and making a meaningful impact on our customers, employees, and communities.The RoleVeeva Link is dedicated to revolutionizing engagement with Key Opinion Leaders in healthcare. Our diverse range of applications is at various stages of development, from industry standards to emerging innovations. This is an excellent opportunity for growth and learning.Our Strategy function plays a crucial role in ensuring the market success of our products, guiding them from development to client success. We are seeking a passionate individual who is driven to transform the industry, possesses expertise in biopharma and technology, and values building lasting relationships.

Join RAPP New York as an Associate Director of Experience Strategy within our acclaimed Experience Strategy team.WHO WE ARE:At RAPP, we are at the forefront of precision marketing, driving growth with empathy and precision. Our global agency harnesses the power of data, creativity, and technology to spark client growth while valuing individuality in our marketing solutions and workplace culture.We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that prioritizes personal well-being.HOW WE DO IT:Our dynamic team of superconnectors excels in delivering value through personal brand experiences. We focus on three pivotal areas: connected data, connected content, and connected decision-making. Our data analysts define consumer identities, our strategists delve into their desires, and our award-winning technologists and creatives execute strategies that forge genuine customer connections for our clients.As part of Omnicom’s Precision Marketing Group, RAPP brings together over 2,000 talented individuals across 15+ global markets.YOUR ROLE:We are seeking a strategic leader with a deep understanding of customer experience and CRM, a passion for innovative brands, and a knack for generating fresh ideas. In this role, you will provide daily leadership in a vibrant, diverse agency setting, overseeing project planning, team assignments, and strategic recommendations for key clients.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead strategy for multiple clients, gaining expertise in their consumers, business models, brands, categories, and value propositions.Collaborate with business leaders, creative teams, project managers, marketing technology specialists, and external partners to convert client objectives into actionable strategic plans and cohesive executions.Inspire and guide junior strategists, ensuring clear project direction and effective, insightful, and timely tactical execution.Function as a collaborative leader on client teams, facilitating design thinking workshops, creative development sessions, reporting discussions, and strategic presentations.Craft and present creative briefs that ignite bold, insight-driven work aligned with business goals.Develop integrated content and communication strategies that resonate with target audiences.

Join AirwallexAirwallex is a groundbreaking financial and payment platform designed for global enterprises. Our proprietary technology and software empower over 200,000 businesses—including prominent names like Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, and SHEIN—by providing fully integrated solutions that facilitate everything from business accounts and payment processing to spend management, treasury functions, and embedded finance on a global scale.Headquartered in Melbourne, our team comprises over 2,000 talented individuals across 26 global offices. With a valuation of US$8 billion and support from top-tier investors such as T. Rowe Price, Visa, Mastercard, Robinhood Ventures, Sequoia, Salesforce Ventures, DST Global, and Lone Pine Capital, Airwallex is at the forefront of developing the future of global financial services. If you're eager to take on ambitious challenges that drive your career forward, we invite you to join our journey.

Company Overview At Mediabrands, we harness the transformative power of media to redefine our industry and enhance the entire consumer journey. By embracing both commonalities and individual differences, we empower brands to forge connections within culture, cultivating Fame and Flow for clients like Nike, Amazon, Merck, and T-Mobile. Our commitment to media responsibility is paramount; we endeavor to create media strategies that reflect the diversity of our communities, uphold brand safety, and advocate for sustainability. We take pride in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where our 6,000+ talented professionals across 90+ markets feel valued and recognized. Our vision is to not only revolutionize our media company but to also contribute positively to the media industry and the world at large. We are dedicated to celebrating and elevating individuality, ensuring that all team members connect with significant career journeys. The four I’s of Initiative represent our core values and behaviors.

Join Oscar, a pioneering health insurance company driven by technology and a commitment to our members. We are seeking an Associate Director to enhance our Growth Strategy team.At Oscar, we established our company in 2012 with a mission to redefine health insurance—creating an experience akin to having a trusted doctor in the family.Role Overview:The Associate Director will shape the strategic vision and manage the entire lifecycle of the ICHRA product portfolio and network offerings. You will spearhead initiatives from concept to execution, focusing on building strategic partnerships that provide optimal market solutions. This role involves leading large-scale, cross-functional projects while collaborating with various teams to enhance program value and financial performance.You will report directly to the VP, ICHRA General Manager.Work Location: This role is based in our New York City office, offering a hybrid work arrangement with three in-office days weekly. Thursdays are mandatory in-office days for team meetings and events, while the other two office days can be scheduled flexibly. #LI-HybridCompensation Transparency: The base salary for this position ranges from $180,504 to $236,911 annually. Additional benefits include participation in Oscar's unlimited vacation program and eligibility for annual performance bonuses.

Hello! We are Fever, the premier tech platform transforming the landscape of culture and live entertainment.Our mission? To make culture and entertainment accessible to all. Through our innovative technology and data-centric strategies, we are redefining how individuals experience live entertainment. Each month, over 300 million people across more than 40 countries are inspired to explore unforgettable experiences via our platform, while we empower event creators with our insights and technology to scale and enhance their events, reaching new audiences.Our achievements speak volumes! We have partnered with industry giants such as Netflix, F.C. Barcelona, and Primavera Sound, delivered internationally acclaimed experiences, and are supported by leading global investors. Impressive, right? To fulfill our mission, we need passionate individuals with a proactive mindset who are ready to shape the future of entertainment! Ready to join us?Now, let’s explore your role and how you can contribute to Fever’s mission.About the RoleFunctioning like a Creative Agency, we ensure that our extensive knowledge in entertainment and experiences reaches agencies and brands in every city, aiding them in conceptualizing, producing, and managing multifaceted digital and content campaigns.Fever offers a unique value proposition to clients, leading to significant partnerships with leading brands across diverse industries. We are on the lookout for someone who can elevate our brand partnership proposals to new heights.We seek a strategist bursting with innovative ideas and enthusiasm to craft creative branded content and experiential proposals. In this role, you will lead a global team of strategists in developing unique concepts and securing both new and repeat revenue from advertisers.

Ignite Your Passion for Change! Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of education? At Zeta Charter Schools, we are dedicated to achieving an exceptional blend of academic excellence and social-emotional growth for our students. Our commitment ensures that every student experiences a top-tier education while cultivating a lifelong love for learning. We are driven to transform public education in New York City and beyond, and we stand firm in our mission to do so. Currently, we operate several elementary and middle schools in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan, with plans to open three new elementary schools in Queens for the 2025-26 academic year. Our ambition is to continue expanding, launching 1-2 schools each year, because we believe that children in every community deserve access to outstanding and equitable education. Join our dynamic team today and become a catalyst for positive change in the lives of children. Our Network office is located at 401 W 218th St., New York, NY 10034. We embrace a hybrid work schedule: our team works in-person at the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with optional remote work on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays when feasible.

Join our vibrant team as a Director of Strategy. With over 7 years of expertise in pharmaceutical strategy, you bring invaluable insights and experiences to the table. As a "key-shaped" strategist, you recognize that diverse business challenges require tapping into various aspects of your background—be it brand development, stakeholder engagement, communications, or marketing. Your exceptional communication skills shine through in written formats, presentations, and engaging discussions. You seek a collaborative environment that harmonizes work with enjoyment, helping us to create impactful narratives that resonate with healthcare professionals, patients, and various stakeholders. Your profound understanding of the pharmaceutical landscape positions you as a trusted partner to our clients.This role is a senior individual contributor responsible for leading client engagements while collaborating closely with our creative team. You will report directly to the Head of Strategy.

Join Code and Theory as our next strategic leader, propelling world-class brands to unprecedented growth. In the capacity of Director within the Brand Strategy team, you will play a pivotal role in our marketing-centric client engagements, assuming full responsibility for the identification, closure, and activation of diverse projects ranging from brand positioning to creative and social strategies. Being a digital-first agency that thrives at the crossroads of creativity and technology, you will activate innovative, data-driven solutions that achieve tangible business outcomes. Collaborating with clients to comprehend their objectives, you will assess their brand's needs, engage the appropriate internal partners at Code, and deliver an exceptional digital-first, data-informed, creative solution encompassing strategies, activations, campaigns, websites, and customer experiences.As a key member of the Brand Strategy leadership team, you will also oversee the strategists and spearhead new business initiatives. This role necessitates a strong collaborator capable of working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, including production, data, creative, product strategy, and technology.

Join Mediabrands as the Group Director of Strategy, where you will lead the development of innovative communication strategies that propel brands toward their business objectives. In this pivotal role, you will leverage cultural insights, consumer trends, and market intelligence to craft comprehensive communication plans that resonate with audiences. Your passion for brands and culture will drive your strategic thinking and creativity, enabling you to make a significant impact on the brands we represent.At Mediabrands, we recognize the transformative power of media to enhance consumer experiences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion shapes everything we do, fostering an environment where all team members feel valued and empowered. We are dedicated to building a better media landscape that not only serves our clients but also positively impacts the world.

About Studs Studs is an ear piercing and earring brand based in New York, NY. Fast Company named us one of the “10 most innovative companies in retail for 2023.” We focus on reimagining the ear piercing experience by combining aftercare and earring shopping into a seamless Earscaping® journey. Our stores and digital platforms prioritize safety, quality, and a welcoming atmosphere, with a wide range of earrings at accessible prices. Role Overview The Associate Director of AI & Automation Strategy will lead Studs’ efforts in artificial intelligence and automation. This role manages the full lifecycle of AI and automation programs, from early scoping through to long-term implementation and adoption. The position reports directly to the CEO and works closely with teams across the company. What You Will Do Oversee AI and automation initiatives, ensuring programs meet high quality standards. Directly manage key projects from concept through sustained execution. Collaborate with leaders and teams across all business functions. Balance strategic planning with hands-on execution to address the most impactful challenges. Drive adoption and integration of new solutions throughout the organization. Reporting and Collaboration Reports directly to the CEO. Works cross-functionally with teams throughout Studs. Who Thrives Here Individuals who seek significant ownership and responsibility. People comfortable navigating ambiguity and operational complexity.