Senior Strategist

Gemic•New York, NY

13d•$90,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Strategist at Gemic, you will hold a key position in leading specific workstreams within projects and guiding junior talent. This role requires a proactive and creative thinker who can anticipate project needs, engage with clients, conduct independent field research, and contribute to successful projects and client relationships.

Requirements

A desire to work at the intersections of brand, business, and culture to shape human-centered strategies
Resourcefulness, reliability, curiosity, adaptability, and drive
3+ years of brand-oriented experience, or 2+ years in consulting combined with other relevant experience (e.g., public sector, client-side roles, etc.)
Experience executing global qualitative research and literacy in overseeing quantitative research
Proven background in innovation strategy, brand strategy, brand development, insights
Proven ability to run complex workstreams with minimal oversight
A track record of seeing work through: you take ownership, find a way around obstacles, and ensure a successful end result
Client management skills that project maturity, confidence, and trustworthiness
Keen cultural analysis; background in a social science is an asset
Adept translation of research and insights for clients without over-complication
Must reside in and be legally authorized to work in New York (U.S. work permit required) as of the start date

Responsibilities

Own and manage designated workstreams within projects, taking full responsibility for their success and alignment with overall project objectives.
Think strategically with a client-first mindset, anticipating the needs and requirements of the project Lead
Engage directly with clients, fostering strong relationships, understanding their objectives, and effectively communicating project progress and recommendations.
Conduct independent field research, leading research efforts, gathering data, and deriving actionable insights to inform strategic decision-making.
Take the initiative to suggest and implement improvements in processes, methodologies, or tools to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
Guide and mentor junior team members, providing support, knowledge, and insights to enhance their development and project contributions.