VP, Strategic Planning (Pharma Ad Agency experience required)

About the role

WHAT DOES A VP, STRATEGIC PLANNING DO?

• Own the process to develop actionable insights, ensuring they are real, rounded, and impactful.
• Lead Directors and their teams with confidence and creativity, fostering strategic brilliance.
• Partner effectively with Creative Leaders, Group Account Directors, and subject matter experts to drive strategic initiatives.
• Continuously refine the Strategic Planning department to meet the evolving demands of the digital space.
• Infuse traditional marketing knowledge with a deep understanding of digital trends and client needs.
• Promote a culture of collaboration and partnership across various teams and departments.
• Develop and mentor team members, empowering them to take ownership and lead with confidence.
• Bring curiosity and creativity to the table, exploring new ways to help clients thrive in the digital world.
• Create and execute strategic plans that align with client goals and market trends.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of strategic planning.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 15+ years of Account Planning experience.
• Seasoned leader not too far removed from hands-on strategic work—you’ve led a department or managed a large account with a sizeable team.
• Consensus builder with the vision to create roadmaps that guide execution of all planning-based programs.
• Deep appreciation of the digital space; practical activation experience required.
• Understanding that planning is not an abstraction, bringing proven techniques to influence the process and be at the heart of the work.
• Master storyteller with a compelling communication style that attracts others.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or advertising required; agency experience a must.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits for all employees.
• Compensation determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location.
• Eligible for hire in select U.S. locations based on business and operational considerations.
• Full benefits package available at eversana.com/careers.
• Benefits may be modified at any time.