Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Contract Type
12-month Fixed Term Contract

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Ogilvy UK is seeking an experienced Senior Social Strategist to join our Social Strategy team and play a key role in elevating our social capabilities for 2026 and beyond. You will collaborate closely with clients to deeply understand their businesses, target audiences, and brand values, developing bold creative strategies that address their unique challenges. Taking full ownership of key workstreams, you will apply your deep social knowledge to develop innovative strategic solutions. You will also be part of Ogilvy’s wider strategy community, working alongside specialists in PR, influence, brand, experience, behavioural science, and consulting.

As a mentor and leader, you will guide and support junior team members in their professional growth and strategic development, advocating for diversity of thought and championing inclusive approaches. You will lead the development and execution of social and content strategies, playbooks, workshops, and measurement frameworks, adapting outputs to client needs. You will develop strategic creative territories and write clear briefs for the creative team, articulate social-first creative ideas, and uncover unexpected insights to shape social communication strategies.

You will inspire stakeholders through compelling storytelling and presentations, design and lead workshops, and act as a strategic partner for clients. Your deep understanding of social best practices, trends, tools, and technologies will enhance campaign performance and ensure alignment with broader brand and business goals. Collaboration across functions, contribution to new business pitches, and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation are key aspects of this role.

Experience
- Designing tailored strategic social plans addressing diverse business goals, incorporating latest social trends and best practices
- Deep knowledge of social trends, platforms, and aesthetics with a proactive approach to staying updated
- Defining the role of social for brands and creating messaging frameworks with clear content territories/pillars
- Experience in creative agencies or equivalent environments
- Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Providing mentorship and guidance to junior team members
- Effective presentation skills and confidence in leading presentations and workshops
- Collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and colleagues from diverse disciplines and backgrounds

About You
Relentlessly curious about social media and strategy, committed to fostering inclusivity and embracing innovative approaches. You are a confident storyteller and strategic thinker who can inspire both internal teams and clients. You value diversity of thought and champion inclusive approaches in strategy development.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are mandated, but proven experience in social strategy within agency or equivalent environments is essential. A strong commitment to continuous learning and professional growth is expected.