Work model: Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days from home) Why you'd want to work here: Multi-award-winning work, recognised locally and internationallyAn idea meritocracy: the best thinking wins, whoever it comes fromNo egos, just good, kind people who are great at what they doHigh-performing team with a culture that respects work-life balanceWork closely with the head of strategy and senior leadership, who'll back you and sharpen your thinkingAbout our client: One of South Africa's top independent creative agencies is looking for a Senior Integrated Strategist to join their team. They're fully integrated, have been around for over 20 years and are in a really great space, both creatively and client-wise. You'll help shape the strategic direction of some of their most exciting brands, across categories, disciplines and channels. What the job involves: Owning the development of brand, communication and integrated strategiesTurning research, data, cultural observations and consumer insights into sharp strategic thinkingWriting compelling narratives and creative briefs worth solvingBuilding trusted client partnerships and leading strategic conversationsInfluencing client decisions with confidenceCollaborating closely with creative teams, client service and external partnersTaking full ownership of strategic projects, from brief to executionSpotting opportunities, anticipating challenges and driving work forward independentlyWhat you need to be considered: 8+ years of agency strategy experience, with at least 3 years in a senior strategic roleA deep curiosity about people, culture, business and the worldThe ability to make sense of complexity and turn business problems into simple, powerful creative opportunitiesExceptional storytelling and presentation skillsSound strategic judgement and the confidence to challenge assumptionsA track record of taking initiative and delivering without needing to be managedConfident enough to lead, humble enough to listen2 to 3 examples of your strategic work to share (case studies or decks, with confidential details removed)Bonus points if you: Have worked across a wide range of categoriesHave experience with integrated campaigns that span multiple channelsMake the people around you better and more ambitious