Director / Associate Partner - Thought Leadership & Strategic Communications

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Agence :

Cicero

Description du poste :

Responsible for leading the management on multiple and sometimes large and complex client service delivery. Involved in planning, strategy development and creative input. Plays a significant role in business development, seeking out new opportunities and areas for organic growth whilst also having involvement in developing proposals, being the lead on new business pitches.

Job Title: Director / Associate Partner - Thought Leadership & Strategic Communications

Location:London, UK (Hybrid)
Team:Thought Leadership, Research Campaigns & Marketing Communications
Sector Focus:Financial Services, Technology, Infrastructure, Health

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Associate Partner to join our growing Thought Leadership and Strategic Communications team. This is a senior-level role for a communications professional with a proven track record in delivering high-impact, insight-driven campaigns across complex sectors. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading client engagements, driving business growth and upskilling junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of thought leadership and research-based campaigns for clients in financial services, technology, infrastructure, and health.
• Act as a senior strategic advisor to clients, offering insight-led counsel on positioning, messaging, and content strategy.
• Oversee the creation of compelling, data-driven content including white papers, reports, articles, and multimedia assets.
• Collaborate with internal teams or external partners (e.g. research, media, design) to deliver integrated campaigns.
• Contribute to business development through proposal writing, pitching, and expanding existing client relationships.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of creativity, rigour, and excellence.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 10 years' experience in communications, marketing, or journalism, with at least 3 years in a senior client-facing or leadership role.
• Demonstrable experience in delivering thought leadership or research-led campaigns end-to-end.
• Strong sector knowledge in at least two of the following: financial services, technology, infrastructure, health.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and multi-stakeholder environments.
• Experience in agency or consultancy settings preferred.

Compulsory Skills

• Exceptional writing and editorial skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging content.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong client relationship management and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent project management and organisational abilities.
• Commercial acumen and experience contributing to business development.

Preferred (but Not Compulsory) Skills

• Experience with data analysis and working with market research partners.
• Creative design.
• Familiarity with digital marketing, SEO, and analytics tools.
• Media relations experience or public affairs experience.
• Experience working in international or multi-market campaigns.

What We Offer

• A collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment.
• Opportunities to work with leading brands and institutions.
• Career progression and leadership development support.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Type de contrat :

CDI

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