Senior Strategist – Strategy Lead

Senior Strategist – Strategy Lead
Location - DLF City ll, Gurgaon

Role Overview
We are looking for a  Senior Strategist  to lead a high-impact strategy pod focused on  winning new business through extraordinary thinking . This role is deeply client-facing and partners closely with the sales team to convert inbound and proactive leads through sharp cultural insight, platform intelligence, and influencer-led strategy.
This is  not an execution role . Once a campaign is won, delivery is handled by a separate team.

Key Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
Own end-to-end  pitch and conversion strategy  for inbound and proactive sales leads.
Lead client pitch meetings, think on your feet, handle objections, and build senior stakeholder confidence.
Define the  core strategic idea, brand POV, and influencer-led narrative  tailored to each prospect.
Partner closely with sales leadership to shape pitch approach, deal positioning, and strategic framing.

Secondary Responsibilities
Evaluate platform and culture trends for relevance, longevity, and brand fit.
Guide and sharpen the thinking of junior strategists within the pod.
Drive proactive pitch frameworks for new-age brands (AI, SaaS, creator-first companies).
Analyse win/loss outcomes to continuously improve pitch conversion effectiveness.

What You Bring
6–10 years of experience in brand strategy, social/influencer strategy, or digital planning.
Strong client-facing presence with the ability to confidently present and defend ideas.
Deep understanding of platform trends (Instagram, You Tube, Snapchat) and internet culture.
Proven experience working on pitches and sales-led strategy.
Ability to balance bold, culture-forward ideas with brand credibility and risk judgment.

Success Metrics
Pitch win rate and revenue influenced
Quality and clarity of strategic narratives
Client confidence and feedback during pitches
Growth impact through proactive pitch ideas