Strategist

LINK•Washington, DC

2d•$86,000 - $116,000•Hybrid

About The Position

LINK is looking for a Strategist with a strong background in Communication to join our dynamic team. Strategists at LINK partner with clients and internal teams to develop clear, actionable strategies that address complex business challenges and advance organizational objectives. This role will independently manage significant portions of client engagements and contribute to the development of strategic recommendations that drive measurable outcomes by building a strong foundation of research, analysis, and communication. Working closely with cross-functional teams, this role facilitates discussions, guides problem-solving efforts, and helps shape solutions that align with client needs, organizational culture, and long-term goals. Through strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and sound judgment, the Strategist will contribute to the successful delivery of client-centered solutions while helping elevate the quality and consistency of strategic work across engagements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, English, Business, Public Policy, or a related field.
5–10 years of experience in strategic communications, consulting, public affairs, organizational transformation, program management, or a related field.
Experience in military public affairs, strategic communications, or communications within a military or defense environment; experience as a Military Public Affairs Officer (PAO) is a plus.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and establish credibility with stakeholders.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights.
Interest in visual storytelling, data visualization, and communicating abstract concepts through clear narratives.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing executive-level presentations and strategic deliverables.
Ability to facilitate discussions, navigate ambiguity, and contribute to strategic decision-making in complex environments.
Experience operating in ambiguous environments and exercising sound judgment with incomplete information.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Military Public Affairs Officer (PAO)

Responsibilities

Client Partnership & Strategic Advisory: Partners with clients and internal teams to develop missions, visions, strategic goals, and measurable KPIs/OKRs aligned to enterprise priorities.
Facilitates strategic planning efforts, including workshops, stakeholder engagements, initiative prioritization activities, and collaborative problem-solving sessions.
Conducts primary and secondary research, stakeholder interviews, environmental scans, and benchmarking efforts to inform recommendations.
Synthesizes complex information from multiple sources into clear findings, insights, and strategic recommendations.
Identifies opportunities for process improvement, organizational effectiveness, and value creation through structured analysis and stakeholder engagement.
Develops strategic deliverables that help clients navigate ambiguity and make informed decisions.
Communication Strategy, Storytelling & Execution: Translates complex ideas into compelling strategic narratives, executive-level presentations, and communication products.
Develops messaging frameworks that align organizational priorities, stakeholder needs, and desired outcomes.
Collaborates with creative teams to design content structures, information hierarchies, content maps, wireframes, and visual storytelling approaches that communicate complex information clearly.
Develops presentations, reports, and communication materials that support executive decision-making and organizational alignment.
Ensures strategic recommendations and communication products are clear, actionable, and tailored to intended audiences.
Change Management & Organizational Transformation: Supports development and implementation of change management strategies, including stakeholder engagement plans, change impact assessments, communications strategies, and adoption roadmaps.
Develops governance frameworks, operating models, and supporting documentation that enable successful implementation of strategic initiatives.
Facilitates working sessions and stakeholder discussions that build alignment, surface risks, and support decision-making.
Establishes feedback mechanisms and performance tracking approaches that support continuous improvement and strategy refinement.
Monitors implementation progress and incorporates stakeholder feedback to improve outcomes and sustain change efforts.

Benefits

$100 monthly internet/cell phone stipend
$150 monthly commuter stipend for eligible participants
LINK sponsored healthcare benefits including medical, dental, vision
Company-paid Short Term Disability Insurance
401K with employer contribution of up to 4%
11 Federal Holidays per year
15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
Paid Holiday Time Off (Christmas Eve through the New Year)
Annual bonus plan participation
Annual profit sharing participation
$2,000 Learning and Development program reimbursement
Technology package that includes a LINK-owned MacBook Pro, monitor, mouse and keyboard