21GRAMS- Senior Strategist

Real Chemistry•Boston, MA

14d•$95,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

21GRAMS, part of Real Chemistry, is seeking a Senior Strategist to gather and analyze critical data, develop accurate and forward-thinking strategies, and advise creative teams. The role involves researching clients and their objectives, generating inventive ideas with colleagues, and contributing to brand planning. The Senior Strategist also supports workshops and helps develop the skills and quality of Strategists and Associate Strategists. This is a hybrid role based in any of Real Chemistry’s US offices—New York City, Boston, Chicago, Carmel, Lambertville, or San Francisco—or remotely within the US, depending on team and business needs. Employees within a one-hour commute of a Real Chemistry office are required to attend in person two days per week, at an office or client site. Specific arrangements may vary by role and location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
2–3 years of experience in strategic management with integrated agencies.
Creative thinking and the ability to encourage and instigate ideation across departments.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to coach, encourage, and mentor clients, staff, and team members.
Strong problem-solving abilities.
Strong command of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, including understanding when and how to apply them to client challenges.
Proactive, driven, and resourceful, with strong prioritization skills and a desire to work with data.
Highly organized and self-starting, able to work independently under tight deadlines.
Adaptability and resilience, including willingness to adjust scope, responsibilities, and focus as the organization evolves.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee competitive audits and analysis.
Demonstrate deep command of the brand and its category.
Attend market research and provide key insights.
Create research and insight decks.
Assist the Strategy Director or Group Strategy Director with brand planning.
Assist with client workshops, oversee development of materials, and facilitate workshop sections and breakout groups.
Manage and mentor Strategists and Associate Strategists, helping them develop their skills and complete high-quality work.
Research clients to understand their objectives and produce inventive ideas with team members.
Develop clear, forward-thinking strategies and advise creative teams.