Chief Strategy Officer

As the Chief Strategy Officer APAC for one of the largest global advertising agencies, you will be responsible for providing visionary leadership in developing, implementing, and overseeing the agency's overall strategic direction. Your role will involve collaborating closely with clients to understand their business objectives, market dynamics, and competitive landscape to develop effective advertising strategies. Conducting thorough market research to identify trends, consumer insights, and emerging opportunities will be essential for informing the agency's strategic recommendations. You will lead the development of comprehensive advertising and marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with client goals and industry best practices. Working closely with creative, account management, and other teams, you will integrate strategic insights into campaign development and execution. Utilizing data analytics and performance metrics to assess campaign effectiveness and provide insights for continuous improvement will be a key part of your responsibilities. Driving new business opportunities by identifying potential clients, participating in pitches, and showcasing the agency's strategic capabilities will also be a crucial aspect of your role. Additionally, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of strategists, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. To succeed in this role, you should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field, along with proven experience in a strategic leadership role within an advertising, marketing, communications, or digital agency. Strong understanding of advertising, marketing, and communication principles, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, exceptional communication and presentation skills, and demonstrated success in developing and implementing successful advertising strategies are also required. Leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and mentor a team of over 10 people, as well as being a creative and strategic thinker with a passion for staying ahead of industry trends, will be essential for excelling in this position.,