Marks, part of the Propelis Group, Marks is a consumer experience agency creating engaging moments across the entire brand spectrum—from brand design and packaging, to content and consumer connections. We are a collaborative global network of 1,900+ team members across 25+ studios and 20+ countries, partnering with some of the world’s most recognized brands to solve complex business challenges through design, strategy, and craft. br We’re now seeking an Middleweight Strategist to join our London studio (in a hybrid working model, with 2-3 days per week in the office). br Who you are br You’re an inquisitive, enthusiastic junior strategist, looking to make your next move (2+ years’ experience). br You’re looking to join a lively, fast-paced environment, being part of a thriving global team with exposure to our impressive global client roster (FMCG focus) and immerse in all aspects of brand building - innovation, creative strategy, comms/activation planning and e-commerce br You are an information fiend – working with the strategy and CS teams to define the right information to investigate, you can review client documentation to surface key insights, conduct desk research into brands, categories and consumers, carry out social listening and use Marks’ suite of AI tools to uncover most the effective data and help shape early opportunity spaces br You can support the broader team in co-ordinating workshops, consumer research planning, internal ideation sessions and client meetings - documenting actions, prepping stimulus inspiration and helping to build decks br You keep up with and share inspiring industry, design and consumer trends, assisting with thought-pieces and contributing to Marks’ social media feeds br You are able to work on tasks independently but can also work collaboratively as part of a team br What this role entails what you’ll bring br This role represents an outstanding opportunity to join a talented team where you will have the opportunity to work with globally recognised clients – with an anchor in our EU hub, but the opportunity to partner with Marks teams in North America and Asia (on a UK time-zone). br Reporting into our Group Strategy Director, Europe, you will bring:Creative and analytical thinking, and the ability to flex between the two as requiredA positive, proactive and can-do attitude (being a self-starter is a must)Familiarity with MS Office SuiteA university degree (this doesn’t need to be in a brand/design-related field)2+ years’ experience in a brand/design/communications/research /digital agency br br br What we offer: br You will enjoy a base salary, along with the other benefits of working for Marks including: br 25 days annual leavePensionHealthcare schemeLife insurance br br About Propelis: Propelis is a portfolio of global marketing services and technology companies with a combined legacy of 150+ years, 2,000+ clients, 9,000 employees, and operations across 30 countries. Propelis provides the scale and support of a global organization while preserving the unique culture and identity of each company in its portfolio. For more information visit: br Propelis: www.Propelis.comMarks: www.MakeMarks.com br br We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. We strive to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team
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