Global Strategy Director

Job Description

Company description

We are the ROI agency, a position we have proudly held true to since 2005. Our more than 6,000 specialists across 95 markets offer unparalleled capabilities in Media, Data, Technology, Commerce and Content. We put effectiveness at the heart of our work to solve complex challenges, drive successful business outcomes, and grow our clients’ businesses.

Over the years, we have evolved our definition of ROI, as it has changed with the ever-complicated communications landscape. ROI is no longer simply about the most efficient planning, buying and reporting of media. Yes, ROI is about delivering Return on Investment; but it’s also about going beyond to deliver a Return on Imagination and more integrated experiences that inspire Growth. Top-line growth for our clients’ businesses, growth for our people and growth for our culture. Powered by our best-in-class proprietary tools and data, our work spans the full spectrum of media communications, from analytics, data and technology to performance marketing, content and superior trading. This breadth means we deliver Insight that lies at the intersection of consumer, category, and brand, attributing every budget to stronger business outcomes. It means we deliver more creative media solutions that bring together best-in-class strategy, planning and the power of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] to ensure distinct and more personal brand experiences for our clients. It means we adopt new data analytics and value optimisation techniques while building relationships with some of the world’s most exciting start-ups. We leverage over 30 years of media planning expertise to go beyond traditional media solutions and deliver a Return on Investment that is both forward–thinking and accountable to our clients. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we ultimately seek out a more meaningful kind of ROI. Our unique way of thinking inspires growth for some of the world’s leading brands, including Coty, Electrolux, Essity, Lactalis, Luxottica, Nestlé, Nomad Foods, Reckitt, TikTok and Verizon.

Overview

We are hiring a Global Strategy Director to lead media thought leadership for one of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s most iconic and influential global partnerships: L’Oréal. Working with the world’s leading beauty company, this role sits at the intersection of media, data, and digital craft — shaping how global strategy is developed, delivered, and activated across markets. You’ll play a pivotal role in turning insight into impact, ensuring global thinking lands meaningfully at a local level while unlocking new growth opportunities. If you love structure, storytelling, and collaboration, this role offers the chance to influence media strategy at global scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead global media planning thought leadership, ensuring consistency, quality, and effectiveness across markets.
• Partner closely with the Global Business Director and Head of Media to identify opportunities for planning improvement and operational excellence.
• Act as the global planning lead, embedding strategy into markets and supporting local teams to deliver against global ambition.
• Design and drive test‑and‑learn initiatives that unlock new growth opportunities for L’Oréal using the full [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offering.
• Champion the development and adoption of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s Connected Identity proposition across priority markets.
• Provide tailored strategic support for local market pitches, strengthening proposals and outcomes.
• Build and nurture a global planning community, sharing best practice and inspiring excellence across the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] network.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in media planning roles, with a strong understanding of cross‑channel digital strategy and activation.
• Experience working in a European or global role within a media agency environment.
• A strong analytical mindset, with the ability to bring structure, rigour, and clarity to complex challenges.
• Confidence in storytelling, turning data and insight into compelling strategic narratives.
• A collaborative communication style, able to build trust across diverse, global teams.
• An entrepreneurial, proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.
• Comfort balancing strategic leadership with hands‑on delivery when needed in a small, agile team.

Additional information

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] International has fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans we also offer;

• WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] office, for up to 6 weeks a year.
• REFLECTION DAYS - Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day-to-day work and create time to focus on your well-being and self-care.
• HELP@HAND BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching.
• FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity. Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave.
• FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment.
• GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS This includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre.

Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us!

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office-based four days during the working week.

We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process.

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