Company Description

About Merkle

Merkle is a leading data-driven, technology-enabled, global performance marketing agency that specializes in the delivery of unique, personalized customer experiences across platforms and devices. For more than 30 years, Fortune 1000 companies and leading nonprofit organizations have partnered with Merkle to maximize the value of their customer portfolios. The agency\'s heritage in data, technology, and analytics forms the foundation for its unmatched skills in understanding consumer insights that drive people-based marketing strategies.

The last 4 years have been a whirlwind of pitch wins, new hires, and expansion for Merkle MENA. We have offices in 4 locations across Dubai, Cairo, Beirut & Riyadh. It\'s an exciting time to be joining the company; we have no plans to slow down! We take great pride in our company values and culture; we regularly host socials and strive to create a working environment where our employees enjoy their work. Merkle is part of Dentsu Group.



Five great things about the role:

• Working on our most prestigious, challenging Performance Media account as an anchor, but also exposure to growing the broader suite of Merkle clients
• Combining technical background with strategic writing, direction and storytelling to inspire both clients and internal teams
• Access to and collaboration with the broader dentsu community, both locally and on an international scale
• Consultative input into the tools, technology and processes we apply and combined with the start-up mentality and flat hierarchy we have in MENA; ideas can turn into actions
• Leading, Coaching and Working with one of the most dynamic and energetic teams in the region

A snapshot of a day in the life of the Strategy Director

• The beauty of this role is that no two weeks will feel like the same.
• Each day you will spend a bit of time on the anchor account, working with teams to ensure recommendations are in line with strategic objectives and breaking down complexities for senior clients to understand
• When there\'s a growth opportunity with existing or conquest clients you will be the lead architect for a go-to-market strategy we create which could be on a range of verticals from Technology, FMCG, QSR, Auto and more
• Connecting with suppliers to understand key developments in the market that can be applied in strategic thinking
• Building and developing Thought Leadership; which could be in the form of articles, case studies or video interviews with the PR/Comms team

Qualifications

What you\'ll bring:

• Experience and proven resilience in building Performance Media strategy and working with implementational teams to bring it to life
• Strong human skills with a focus on Networking, Effective collaboration and Presenting with impact, energy and charisma
• Being able to tell a great story and not being afraid to smash through complexity when it comes to tools, data or technology
• Track record in building presentations for internal, pitch and external usage
• Commanding respect and rapport with senior clients

Additional Information

What we\'ll give to you:

You\'ll have a competitive salary, private health & dental insurance, and career development through Dentsu University, and free access to LinkedIn Learning.

25 days of annual leave and 3 Wellness Days along with flexible religious bank holidays.

You\'ll have a hybrid working schedule with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

We\'re a friendly bunch! We host regular team socials and company-wide workshops

At the point of application, the candidate must have the legal right to work in the UK as we are unable to sponsor visas as this time.

Merkle does not discriminate against job applicants on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Experience stipulated in this job description serves as a guide only and all applications will be considered on their merits, irrespective of experience.

As part of our Diversity and Inclusion agenda, and as an Equal Opportunities employer, if you require reasonable adjustments during the selection process please engage directly with your Recruiter.

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