About Ogilvy
Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity - innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.
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Ogilvy Consulting, Brand & Sustainability Location:
London Contract type:
Permanent Full Time/Part time:
Full Time Reporting into:
Consulting Principal The Role: We are searching for an exceptional individual who is highly skilled and passionate to join our team as a Consulting Director, Brand & Sustainability strategy. The Consulting Director, Brand & Sustainability strategy will bring a unique blend of creative thinking, strategic depth, and analytical rigour. The ideal candidate will possess a mix of marketing and sustainability strategy skills. They will demonstrate proven expertise in delivering brand transformations, from unearthing insights in consumer research, to creating distinctive positioning statements, brand houses and messaging frameworks. In addition, experience in brand architecture, visual identity, creative activation, and broader marketing innovation is desirable. Within sustainability, they should demonstrate a track record of integrating ESG strategies and sustainability initiatives into go-to-market strategies, identifying the material environmental and social challenges for brands to lead on and verifying their potential sustainability claims for communications. Behaviour change is a key component of Ogilvy Consulting's approach, and alongside colleagues in our behavioural science centre of excellence they will create strategies with real world and environmental impact on a diverse range of sustainability challenges. They will be a sustainability, brand and business advisor to clients, and a specialist expert on sustainability within the team. Key Responsibilities: Managing the day-to-day project engagement; you will own and lead projects and workstreams and act largely independently with your project teams. You apply the right methodologies and have an agile mindset, taking ownership of client deliverables and timelines. Managing client relationships strategically, commercially and operationally. Participation or leadership in strategic new business pitches and initiatives. Ensuring Ogilvy Consulting has an impact in client meetings and presentations, internally and externally. Participating in all aspects of methodology and work, including a mastering of quantitative research as well as creative thinking and developing strategic recommendations. Managing the financial and budgetary aspects of your client projects. Keeping abreast of innovations in your area(s) of expertise, actively contributing to the knowledge base and developing thought leadership. Acting as a role model; you are regularly sought out after for views by peers and the wider team. Contributing to a positive, diverse working environment that fosters high-quality output and coaching others on the value of collaborative working. Requirements: At least 8 years of strategy consulting experience with a major firm, specialising in brand and marketing strategy, brand positioning architecture or brand innovation. A passion for and experience in sustainability and building sustainability driven strategies and communications. Experience integrating sustainability strategies and initiatives into brand marketing and comms, from go-to-market strategies to behaviour change campaigns. Understanding of green claims guidance and environmental regulation relevant to client operations. Formal sustainability training, either academic or through a provider like Cambridge Institute of Sustainability Leadership. Able to develop breakthrough brand strategies, positioning and innovations through a deep understanding of our clients' business. Challenging conventional views and presenting ideas persuasively to gain buy-in. Able to draw critical human and cultural insights from data and observation. Able to translate strategic thinking to creative and innovative brand and marketing solutions. A command of modern marketing principles and understanding of how to build powerful brands in today's world. Strong business acumen and critical thinking skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. A curiosity and energy that runs through everything you turn your hand to and motivates others around you. If you are driven by the opportunity to make a significant impact, combining behavioural science insights with strategic thinking and creativity, we invite you to join our team. Together, we will tackle the world's most pressing challenges and inspire positive change. How we help you Thrive: 25 days annual leave + 1 Volunteer Day Bupa Healthcare Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave We have a Flexible Working Model with core working hours: 10am - 4pm A 1.5:1 Matching Pension Structure Wellbeing and Health: Up to £25.00 per month towards physical or online exercise class membership, Unmind membership, LifeWorks tool and annual eye tests and development budgets and Wellbeing incentives and activities throughout the year Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme Life Assurance At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. We believe in building powerful teams with purpose. This means hiring and nurturing talent across all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity. Equal Opportunity Employer. Ogilvy considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.
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Ogilvy Consulting, Brand & Sustainability Location:
London Contract type:
Permanent Full Time/Part time:
Full Time Reporting into:
Consulting Principal The Role: We are searching for an exceptional individual who is highly skilled and passionate to join our team as a Consulting Director, Brand & Sustainability strategy. The Consulting Director, Brand & Sustainability strategy will bring a unique blend of creative thinking, strategic depth, and analytical rigour. The ideal candidate will possess a mix of marketing and sustainability strategy skills. They will demonstrate proven expertise in delivering brand transformations, from unearthing insights in consumer research, to creating distinctive positioning statements, brand houses and messaging frameworks. In addition, experience in brand architecture, visual identity, creative activation, and broader marketing innovation is desirable. Within sustainability, they should demonstrate a track record of integrating ESG strategies and sustainability initiatives into go-to-market strategies, identifying the material environmental and social challenges for brands to lead on and verifying their potential sustainability claims for communications. Behaviour change is a key component of Ogilvy Consulting's approach, and alongside colleagues in our behavioural science centre of excellence they will create strategies with real world and environmental impact on a diverse range of sustainability challenges. They will be a sustainability, brand and business advisor to clients, and a specialist expert on sustainability within the team. Key Responsibilities: Managing the day-to-day project engagement; you will own and lead projects and workstreams and act largely independently with your project teams. You apply the right methodologies and have an agile mindset, taking ownership of client deliverables and timelines. Managing client relationships strategically, commercially and operationally. Participation or leadership in strategic new business pitches and initiatives. Ensuring Ogilvy Consulting has an impact in client meetings and presentations, internally and externally. Participating in all aspects of methodology and work, including a mastering of quantitative research as well as creative thinking and developing strategic recommendations. Managing the financial and budgetary aspects of your client projects. Keeping abreast of innovations in your area(s) of expertise, actively contributing to the knowledge base and developing thought leadership. Acting as a role model; you are regularly sought out after for views by peers and the wider team. Contributing to a positive, diverse working environment that fosters high-quality output and coaching others on the value of collaborative working. Requirements: At least 8 years of strategy consulting experience with a major firm, specialising in brand and marketing strategy, brand positioning architecture or brand innovation. A passion for and experience in sustainability and building sustainability driven strategies and communications. Experience integrating sustainability strategies and initiatives into brand marketing and comms, from go-to-market strategies to behaviour change campaigns. Understanding of green claims guidance and environmental regulation relevant to client operations. Formal sustainability training, either academic or through a provider like Cambridge Institute of Sustainability Leadership. Able to develop breakthrough brand strategies, positioning and innovations through a deep understanding of our clients' business. Challenging conventional views and presenting ideas persuasively to gain buy-in. Able to draw critical human and cultural insights from data and observation. Able to translate strategic thinking to creative and innovative brand and marketing solutions. A command of modern marketing principles and understanding of how to build powerful brands in today's world. Strong business acumen and critical thinking skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. A curiosity and energy that runs through everything you turn your hand to and motivates others around you. If you are driven by the opportunity to make a significant impact, combining behavioural science insights with strategic thinking and creativity, we invite you to join our team. Together, we will tackle the world's most pressing challenges and inspire positive change. How we help you Thrive: 25 days annual leave + 1 Volunteer Day Bupa Healthcare Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave We have a Flexible Working Model with core working hours: 10am - 4pm A 1.5:1 Matching Pension Structure Wellbeing and Health: Up to £25.00 per month towards physical or online exercise class membership, Unmind membership, LifeWorks tool and annual eye tests and development budgets and Wellbeing incentives and activities throughout the year Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme Life Assurance At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. We believe in building powerful teams with purpose. This means hiring and nurturing talent across all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity. Equal Opportunity Employer. Ogilvy considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.
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