Head of Creative Strategy (12 Month Maternity Cover) - Remote

Overview

The Head of Creative Strategy will lead a team of creative strategists to work hand in glove with our FT Studio and FT client and agency partners as well our internal network to provide market leading creative content solutions.

In Short

• Lead a global team of multidisciplinary individuals to deliver best-in-class creative solutions and content.
• Inspire and cultivate a high-energy, high-performance culture within the Creative Strategy team.
• Collaborate closely with FT Studio to ensure exceptional creative output and production quality for commercial partners.
• Take a lead or contributory role in ideation sessions, helping to shape strategic and creative solutions for client opportunities.
• Work alongside creative strategists and subject matter experts to build client confidence in the FT's ability to tell their stories effectively.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to uphold quality control standards across strategic pitches and content output.
• Foster strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of managing and inspiring creative and strategic teams.
• Strong background in developing and executing brand, campaign, and communications strategies.
• Demonstrated success in contributing to and winning large new business pitches.
• Deep understanding of the media landscape, including new media technologies, platforms, and content activation.
• Excellent communication skills, including presentation delivery, workshop facilitation, and relationship management.
• Strategic and creative thinker with the ability to develop insight-led solutions for client and brand partners.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave.
• Medical cover.
• Inclusive parental leave packages.
• Subsidised gym memberships.
• Opportunities to give back to the community.
• 50% hybrid working model.
• Flexible working pattern requests accommodated.