Strategy Director

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website (<a class="c-link c-link--focus-visible" href="http://monks.com/careers" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="http://monks.com/careers" data-sk="tooltip_parent">monks.com/careers</a>).</span></p></div><h2 data-path-to-node="0">About the Role</h2> <p data-path-to-node="1">As a <strong data-path-to-node="1" data-index-in-node="5">Strategy Director</strong>, you’ll lead our expanding Strategy &amp; Planning team in Madrid, acting as the bridge between business objectives and creative excellence. You will spearhead the development and execution of brand strategies for both existing clients and new business, working hand-in-hand with Creative Directors to build impactful brand platforms that optimise marketing efforts and drive measurable sales performance. We are looking for someone who is passionate about seeking new opportunities to create impactful work.</p> <h3 data-path-to-node="2">Responsibilities:</h3> <ul data-path-to-node="3"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="3,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="3,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Develop</strong> and oversee the implementation of comprehensive brand strategies aligned with clients' marketing objectives.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="3,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="3,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">Provide</strong> strategic guidance and leadership to account and creative teams, ensuring the execution of high-quality, engaging platforms and content.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="3,2,0"><strong data-path-to-node="3,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">Empower</strong> teams to extract strategic insights from data reports to optimize performance and drive ROI.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="3,3,0"><strong data-path-to-node="3,3,0" data-index-in-node="0">Collaborate</strong> with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive brand voice and messaging across all touchpoints.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="3,4,0"><strong data-path-to-node="3,4,0" data-index-in-node="0">Cultivate</strong> strong relationships with key stakeholders, leveraging deep insights to inform high-level decision-making.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="3,5,0"><strong data-path-to-node="3,5,0" data-index-in-node="0">Mentor</strong> and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="3,6,0"><strong data-path-to-node="3,6,0" data-index-in-node="0">Monitor</strong> emerging digital technologies and industry best practices to maintain a competitive edge for our clients.</p> </li> </ul> <h2 data-path-to-node="5">About You</h2> <h3 data-path-to-node="6">The essentials:</h3> <ul data-path-to-node="7"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="7,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="7,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">10–12 years of experience</strong> in strategy and planning within an agency or brand environment.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="7,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="7,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">Exceptional leadership skills</strong>, with a proven ability to guide and motivate high-performing teams.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="7,2,0"><strong data-path-to-node="7,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">Strong analytical mindset</strong>, with expertise in interpreting metrics and translating complex data into actionable insights.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="7,3,0"><strong data-path-to-node="7,3,0" data-index-in-node="0">Excellent communication and presentation skills</strong>, capable of conveying sophisticated strategies to both internal teams and external stakeholders.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="7,4,0"><strong data-path-to-node="7,4,0" data-index-in-node="0">Strategic thinker</strong> with a track record of executing innovative strategies that drive tangible business results.</p> </li> </ul> <h3 data-path-to-node="8">Not a must, but a plus:</h3> <ul data-path-to-node="9"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,0,0">A Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="9,1,0">Experience within the local Spanish market combined with a global strategic outlook.</p> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants, from all backgrounds, who are excited to contribute to our mission.</span></em><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">#LI-FP1</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>About Monks&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Monks is the global, digital-first, data-driven, unitary operating brand of S4 Capital plc. With a legacy of innovation and specialized expertise, Monks combines an extraordinary range of global Marketing and Technology Services to redefine how brands interact with the world. Through Monks.Flow, its flagship AI ecosystem for marketing orchestration, Monks transforms marketing into a growth engine, collapsing timelines and connecting brands to culture in real time. By deploying bespoke intelligent agents across disciplines and delivering culturally relevant, high-impact creative and digital solutions, Monks solves key critical business challenges across the entire brand enterprise to help brands sustain long-term impact.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services, ranks among Cannes Lions' Top 10 Creative Companies (2022-25) and remains the only partner featured in AdExchanger’s Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020-24). Named Adweek’s first AI Agency of the Year (2023) and The One Show’s inaugural AI Pioneer Organization, Monks was also awarded Business Intelligence Group’s 2025 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Award in both the Organizational and AI Product categories. As a trusted partner to cutting-edge innovators in tech, Monks earned titles such as Optimizely Experimentation Partner of the Year (2025), runner-up for the Adobe Firefly Partner Award (2024), and Workato’s AI Visionary Customer Impact Award (2024). Additionally, Monks achieved a record-breaking number of FWAs and continues to hold the most of any partner.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents—and resonates with—the world around us.&nbsp;</span></p></div>