Strategist

Mediaplus Connect is part of Mediaplus UK, the UK's only media agency built on the principles of behavioural science. Founded in 1982 with a deliberate mission to shake up a network-dominated industry, we are still proudly independent more than 40 years later, with over 160 people across London, Manchester, and Birmingham. Here in Birmingham, Mediaplus Connect is a small, close-knit team, the kind of place where you know everyone, decisions get made quickly, and your work has a visible impact from day one.

But small does not mean limited. Alongside Mediaplus UK, we sit within House of Communication UK, an integrated group bringing together media, creative, social, platform, and behavioural science, backed by Service plan Group's global network across 23 countries. That means you get the feel of a boutique agency with the resource, tools, and expertise of something much bigger behind you.

We cover the full spectrum of media planning and buying, from client leadership and channel planning to programmatic, SEO, data, and influencer marketing. We also have teams dedicated to DE&I, wellbeing, sustainability, and culture, because we think the way an agency treats its people is directly connected to the quality of work it produces.

Mediaplus Connect are looking for a Strategist to join our growing team and play a central role in shaping the thinking behind our client work, new business opportunities and wider agency proposition.

This role sits at the heart of the team, helping to uncover the insights, behaviours and opportunities that inform effective media strategies. Working with the team to grow new accounts and across a range of clients and categories, you will develop clear, evidence-based thinking that connects client business challenges with media solutions capable of delivering measurable impact. You will help to ensure that strategies are not only compelling on paper but are translated into effective plans and outcomes.

From audience understanding and market analysis to campaign effectiveness and growth opportunities, you will play a key role in helping clients make better decisions.

As part of the House of Communication, you will develop a strong understanding of our wider capabilities, identifying opportunities to bring together different disciplines and specialist expertise to create more effective solutions for clients.

We are open to different levels of experience and seniority for this role. What matters most is your ability to think strategically, challenge constructively, uncover meaningful insights and translate them into clear recommendations that clients can act upon.

Given the nature of the role, strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity and a passion for understanding people and behaviour are essential. We are looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, asking questions and helping both clients and colleagues see opportunities they may have otherwise missed.

• A minimum of 3 years' experience working within a media strategy, communications planning or a related strategic role within an agency environment.
• An analytical thinker who enjoys getting to the root of a client challenge.
• A naturally curious individual who enjoys asking questions, challenging assumptions and uncovering opportunities that others may have missed.
• Strong experience developing media, communications or audience strategies that deliver against business objectives.
• The ability to turn research, data and insight into clear, actionable recommendations
• A strong understanding of the media landscape and the role different channels play within an effective communications strategy.
• Confident presenting strategic thinking to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information and tell a compelling story.
• Experience working collaboratively across multiple disciplines and bringing together different perspectives to create stronger outcomes.
• Commercial awareness, with the ability to identify opportunities to grow client relationships and add value.
• A proactive approach, with the confidence to challenge thinking and contribute new…