Mid-weight Communications Strategist [AQ-13845]

Aquent is partnering with a thriving, independent integrated agency that is experiencing rapid international growth. This is a unique opportunity to shape the communications strategy for a prominent brand, where your strategic vision will directly translate into high-performing customer communication frameworks and profoundly impact how millions engage with a leading global entity.

This dynamic agency is searching for a confident, client-facing Strategist to lead the charge on their most prestigious account. You’ll be instrumental in crafting compelling narratives and optimizing digital journeys, directly influencing how customers engage with a well-known brand. This role offers direct access to agency founders, a clear progression path into future strategic leadership, and the chance to escape corporate red tape, focusing purely on impactful strategy and execution.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deconstruct and Distil: Ingest high-frequency, tactical briefs across diverse client segments, transforming complex requirements into actionable strategies.




• Craft the Proposition: Define precise channel architecture, develop robust messaging frameworks, and articulate single-minded propositions (SMPs) that empower creative copywriters and designers.




• Own the Digital Journey: Spearhead high-impact customer communications, building intelligent strategies optimized for email ecosystems, mobile applications, and social channels.




• Command the Room: Act as a trusted strategic advisor to senior clients, confidently leading presentations, demonstrating your expertise live, and skillfully defending your strategic choices under scrutiny.

What You’ll Bring

We are looking for a strategic powerhouse with a proven track record of driving results and a passion for innovative communications. Your contributions will be pivotal in shaping the client’s brand voice and customer engagement across diverse digital touchpoints.

• Agency Experience: 3 to 6 years of proven experience as a Strategist or Planner within a marketing agency environment, with a strong preference for experience in a small or independent agency.




• True Comms Planning DNA: Deep expertise in traditional communications planning, including asset mapping, customer messaging, and meticulous creative brief writing.




• Tactical Channel Expertise: A rich portfolio showcasing high-volume email-led campaigns, sophisticated lifecycle CRM strategies, mobile application integrations, and targeted digital activations.




• Client Confidence: A natural presence when presenting to clients, coupled with the resilience to navigate constructive live debate and defend your work with authority.

Qualifications That Will Set You Apart

• Sector Familiarity: Experience within complex or premium consumer sectors is a definite advantage, though your core communications planning mechanics and agency agility are paramount.

Perks And Benefits

Beyond the exciting challenges, you’ll enjoy a supportive environment that values your well-being and professional growth.

• Performance Bonus: Participate in an agency-wide performance bonus scheme.




• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, plus an additional 3 days for Christmas shutdown, and your Birthday off as paid leave.




• Health & Wellness: Benefit from private health insurance and a monthly gym membership contribution.




• Culture & Impact: Experience direct access to agency founders, a lean operational structure free from corporate bloat, and a clear progression path designed for future strategic leadership.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Client Description

Our client is an independent, integrated communications agency based in London. Established in 1995, the agency focuses on digital marketing, brand strategy, and content creation, with notable clients spanning the travel, retail, and financial services sectors.

Aquent is dedicated to improving inclusivity & is proudly an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups & are committed to providing support to applicants with disabilities. We aim to provide reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, to those with a medical condition, disability or neurodivergence.