Senior Brand Strategist

New YorkSenior Brand StrategistApply NowWe are looking for a Senior Brand Strategist (SBS) to join our team in our New York City office. This is a full‑time, 5‑days‑a‑week in‑office position designed to foster in-person collaboration and team cohesionRoleThe (SBS) is an experienced professional who contributes to leading strategic projects, key deliverables, and colleagues/teammates within the consulting discipline. They pursue a standard of consulting excellence and ensure the strategies they create are smart, compelling, creative, and focused.The SBS guides clients through complex challenges such as value proposition/positioning, brand architecture, messaging, naming, thought leadership approaches and content, brand campaigns/concepting, research, marketing plans, marketing segmentation, and marketing strategies.The SBS will be involved in multiple projects simultaneously, and will work effectively with clients, partners, and team members. They will produce high-quality written content and strategic output, and they will also direct the efforts of other consulting team members by providing feedback and guidance. They are expected to be proactive, outspoken, creative, and to seek autonomy in their position.The SBS is well-versed in the specific industries that MBLM serves, and demonstrates past experience delivering world-class strategic solutions for them. They will also have a deep understanding and passion for the range of MBLM’s offerings from consulting to technology, allowing them to effectively develop integrated solutions.ResponsibilitiesClient RelationshipsServe as a primary client contact for all key strategic issuesEstablish credibility and sound, professional relationships with client counterparts. Take initiative to understand the client’s business and industry and be viewed as a knowledge expert by the client; also provide that perspective to internal teamsConsistently over-deliver and act as a trusted client advisorEffectively present to clients, deal with difficult client questions and run consulting-related portions of client meetingsConsulting WorkDeep knowledge of some of our clients industries, and an ability to quickly acquire moreMaintain high standards of overall work quality and end productsLead, with supervision, a variety of corporate, product, consumer, and digital brand consulting workActively participate in the production of work product, including defining themes and concepts, organizing slides, constructing frameworks, brainstorming names, and writing contentPossess the ability to think conceptually: logically define information needs, drive facts to findings/insights, understand client organization and issues, contribute to strategic and creative thinking, and create actionable solutionsAble to simplify the complex and organize information into logical constructs and systemsProvide oversight of the work output of brand strategists in the consulting team, with detailed feedback to improve work in technical and creative waysEnsure processes are being followed, and help develop or evolve methodologies as neededEnsure project deadlines are respected in coordination with account and client leadsAssist, own, and comment on company-wide initiativesParticipate in thought leadership opportunitiesInspire those you work withSkills and CompetenciesExpert command of the English languageMust be a leader and a team player and able to work with people across all levels of MBLMAbility to own strategic processes and deliverables from start to finish with oversight from partnersArticulate and vocal in meetings, and represents the firm in a professional manner in all interactionsExcellent presentation skills and verbal/written communication skills The ability to write clearly and creativelyAble to effectively multi-task and deal with time pressures, keeping team members apprisedAttention to detail, and rigorous dedication to quality control across all outputExpert level skills with the Apple iWork and Microsoft office suitesBrings creativity and unique background and personality to their workDemonstrates initiative, proactively offering to help improve our workFosters autonomy in their role while adhering to the highest standards of qualityCriteria for PromotionDemonstrated performance in the above requirements as evidenced by ‘Exceeded and/or Met Expectations’ scores on both case reviews and annual review during your tenure as Senior Consultant. Demonstrated ability to consistently and effectively manage time, meet deadlines and provide strategic solutions that help the team solve the client’s problem.Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and effectively provide responsive services to the Studio team, the client (when appropriate) and other internal teams, departments, offices, etc.Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to consistently produce high-quality deliverables as evidenced by the creation of compelling strategic deliverables, strong analytics and the creation of logical and clear drafts of decks and other written materials.Demonstrated ability to lead workstreams with consulting team members, providing clear and actionable feedback to improve the quality and creativity of work productsDemonstrated ability to actively lead and participate in meetings, while providing value-added ideas.Typical time in this position is approximately two (2) to three (3) years.Primary Job QualificationsGraduate degree preferredFour-six years brand strategy experienceExpertise in research, brand strategy, messaging, marketing and consultingSalary Range$115-125K based on experienceWhy MBLM?We are a vibrant and diverse agency in Chelsea, led by branding and digital marketing experts who are committed to excellence in the work we produce, the team, and the culture we nurture.Important To NoteCandidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.Apply NowFirst Name*Last Name*Email*Phone Number*LinkedIn URL/Portfolio LinkWebsiteResume/Portfolio AttachmentOther nyc rolesSenior DesignerMotion Designer