Group Strategy Director

Job Description:

dentsu is a network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy through five global leadership brands; Carat, Dentsu Creative, dentsu X, iProspect and Merkle, each with deep specialisms. 

dentsu Creative operates in over 21 markets worldwide with more than 2,200 dedicated specialists. Bringing together our Japanese heritage in craft, data and technology, and our deep understanding of media and contemporary culture, Dentsu Creative is a new global creative agency. Born in Japan, raised in a digital world. We help transform brands and business through the power of Modern Creativity: which creates culture, changes society and invents the future and is accelerated by our deep specialist expertise in digital experience, earned attention and entertainment. 

At dentsu Creative, we believe you can’t grow with the status quo. Growth comes from challenging convention, earning attention, and creating ideas that make an impact where it truly matters. That is what we mean by Innovating to Impact. As the agency world evolves, the most valuable partners are those who can connect brand, experience, media, and commerce into one clear system that drives real business results. 

We also have big ambitions for the future of DC. Over the next twelve months we are focused on creating five pieces of great work that define our next chapter, and we are working towards becoming Agency of the Year by 2027. To do that we need people who are hungry. Hungry to grow client partnerships, hungry to create exceptional work, and hungry to make a real impact. Our cultural behaviour is simple: Be More Dog. Curious. Energetic. Positive. Loyal to the team. Always chasing the next opportunity. 

We are now excited to invite applications for the role of Group Strategy Director with our awesome team in Sydney. 

The role: 

As the Group Strategy Director, you are a senior strategic leader responsible for shaping powerful, future‑focused strategies that drive growth for clients and the agency. You lead big thinking across brand, creative, digital and integrated experiences, partner closely with senior clients and internal leaders, and elevate the quality and impact of strategy across major accounts. 

Core responsibilities: 

• Lead the development and delivery of clear, commercially strong strategies across major client portfolios 

• Build trusted, senior-level client relationships and confidently guide C‑suite stakeholders 

• Set strategic direction that inspires creative, media and experience teams 

• Grow and mentor a high-performing strategy team, lifting capability and craft 

• Contribute to agency growth through pitch leadership, thought leadership and new opportunities 

A bit about you: 

• A strategic thinker with strong commercial instincts and a deep understanding of brands, culture and consumers 

• Confident, influential and credible at senior levels, with excellent communication skills 

• A collaborative leader who brings clarity, energy and momentum to complex challenges 

• Comfortable balancing big-picture thinking with practical, actionable direction 

• Passionate about creating work that delivers meaningful business and brand impact 

Required qualifications and experience: 

• Senior-level experience in strategy within a creative, digital, media or brand-led agency 

• Proven track record leading integrated brand, business or customer experience strategies 

• Experience working with large, complex clients and senior stakeholders 

• Demonstrated leadership experience, including building and developing strategy teams 

What’s in it for you: 

• Real flexibility to work when and where you feel most productive with our ‘Be the Best You’ policy which includes a $250 contribution to your home office set up 

• The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole-company event, One Day for Change 

• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service and 3 whole company Wellness days off per year for you to switch off and take your day, your way 

• Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University 

Become a champion for meaningful progress: 

Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures. 

If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless – we look forward to welcoming you. 

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Location:

Sydney

Brand:

Dentsu Creative

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent