The opportunity you've been waiting for
Our client is an integrated creative studio working at the intersection of strategy, design and communication. The kind of place where what you think shapes what gets made.
They are looking for a Brand Strategist to join the team. Someone who is genuinely curious about people, brands and industries. Someone who can move between research and insight, between data and story, and turn all of it into thinking that inspires great creative work.
If you want to work somewhere that takes strategy seriously and gives it real influence over what gets built, this is worth your attention.
How you'll make your mark
You'll work across the full strategic process, from early-stage research through to finished presentations, partnering closely with creative teams and clients to shape brands, campaigns and experiences.
Research, strategy & commercial insight
- Gather and synthesise insights from research, stakeholder and customer interviews, trend analysis and competitive reviews to inform brand strategy and creative development.
- Translate findings into clear positioning, messaging and strategic recommendations, identifying opportunities for client growth and brand performance.
- Build compelling narratives and presentations, contribute to workshops, and help shape strategic thinking across client projects.
- Collaborate closely with designers, writers and strategists to ensure strategy is consistently reflected across brand expression, communications and customer experience.
- Stay attuned to cultural, consumer and industry trends, balancing creative thinking with commercial priorities to deliver effective, insight-led solutions.
What you bring
- Strong research, analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- The ability to turn complex information into clear, actionable ideas.
- Excellent communication, with strong storytelling and presentation skills.
- Commercial awareness and a collaborative mindset.
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- A genuine interest in branding, culture and customer behaviour.
- Experience in brand strategy, marketing, communications or consulting is a plus, as is experience with qualitative research or brand identity and messaging development.
What's in it for you
Salary and benefits are to be confirmed. Get in touch for a full conversation about the package.
You'll be joining a studio with over two decades of brand-building experience, working on clients across sectors and collaborating with a team that takes craft seriously.
A bit more about our client
Our client is a brand-led design, strategy and communication studio with over two decades of experience. They work with clients across brand strategy, brand creation, design, digital and content, covering everything from initial thinking to final execution.
Their work spans sectors and scales, from ambitious independents to established organisations, brought together by a consistent approach: strategy and creativity working in step.
Denholm's take
What stands out here is the breadth of the role and the quality of the environment. Strategy has real influence over creative output. This is a place where rigorous thinking genuinely shapes what gets made.
For someone who wants to develop as a strategist inside a studio that values both craft and commercial thinking, it's a strong platform. Happy to have a confidential conversation if you'd like to know more.
