[Vacancy] Cheil Benelux has a position for Strategy Director

Cheil Benelux is directly looking for: 

Strategy Director - Fulltime

Cheil Benelux is looking for an ambitous and skilled Strategy Director to supportand champion our talentedand diverse teams across Amsterdam, Schiphol and Brussels (Belgium)in bringing our creative vision to life.

The organisation

Cheil Benelux is a boundary-pushing creative agency, known for delivering culture-driven, high-impact work that moves people and brands forward. Rooted in insight, fuelled by creativity, and driven by results, we collaborate with some of the world’s most ambitious brands to craft meaningful connections.

We are a growing creative agency with firm roots in creativity, tech & commerce. We’re here to make brands grow and believe creativity is the only sustainable way to do it. We love brands that like to challengethemselves and the industry. We’re always looking for challengers to help us grow.

Cheil Benelux’s work spans multiple disciplines such as advertising, digital and retail & shopper experience. Our creative hub is in Amsterdam. We also have strong branches at our Schiphol and Brussels offices. Cheil Benelux is part of the Cheil Worldwide network.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love dissecting cultural trends, and can turn consumer behaviour into actionable strategies for brands, we want to meet you.

The job

Cheil is looking for an ambitious Strategy Director who is ready to take the next step and use their experience and craft to add value to both our clients and the agency itself. Someone who wants to lead and shape a small but growing strategy department and be the torchbearer of strategy within the agency.

The ideal candidate

As a Strategy Director, you will be at the heart of our creative process, shaping strategic visions that drive breakthrough campaigns. You will translate business challenges into compelling insights, collaborating closely with creative teams, account leads, and clients to craft work that stands out and delivers measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and develop brand, communication, and social strategies for our clients.
  • Identify and interpret cultural, consumer, and category trends to inform creative direction.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated campaigns.
  • Craft compelling narratives and strategic frameworks that inspire both clients and internal teams.
  • Guide the research process, leveraging both quantitative and qualitative insights.
  • Provide thought leadership, pushing the agency forward in how we approach strategy and innovation.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them navigate brand positioning, audience engagement, and market dynamics.

Requirements:

  • At least5+ years experience in strategy roles within top-tier creative agencies
  • A deep understanding of brand building, storytelling, and the evolving media landscape.
  • Strong grasp of cultural insights, behavioral psychology, consumer trends, and trends within the industry
  • A proven track record of driving award-winning and business-impacting campaigns.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills—able to distill complex ideas into clear, inspiring narratives.
  • Experience working across multiple channels, from traditional to digital, social, and experiential.
  • Proactive mindset with a passion for creativity and innovation.
  • Fluent in Dutch and English
  • You enjoy working in a dynamic and diverse environment, with like-minded colleagues

Compensation & Opportunities:

  • A competitive salary in recognition of experience and abilities
  • Bi-annual bonuses (twice a year) for high performance
  • A vibrant and social office, based in Het Sieraad (Postjesweg 1), Amsterdam: with shared lunch provided every day and frequent company gathering and fun activities!
  • Flexible working opportunities and equipment provided to work from home
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family – paid in full by Cheil
  • Opportunities to develop yourself working within a talented and aspirational management team

If you’d like to learn more check out our website here, and if it all sounds like a perfect match and your passion aligns with ours, we'd love to hear from you! Please email your resume and expression of interest to Hannah Nadort [email protected]

www.cheil.nl

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