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SVP, Strategy

EXACTO Inc, New York, NY, United States


SVP, Strategy

Meet Life Sciences, New York City Metropolitan Area SVP, Strategy (Head of Strategy) Location:

New York (Hybrid) Overview A growing healthcare communications agency is looking to appoint an SVP, Strategy, a senior leadership role with a mandate to build and lead the strategy function. This is a key hire within the business, responsible for driving strategic excellence across client work while shaping the future of the department. Core Responsibilities Lead the development of brand platforms and core brand strategy across high-science healthcare accounts Define and elevate the strategic quality and rigour of all outputs across the agency Translate complex scientific data into clear, compelling, and differentiated brand narratives Play a central role in new business pitches, leading the strategic approach and contributing to agency growth Partner closely with senior clients, providing strategic counsel at a high level Build and scale the strategy function, including defining structure, processes, and ways of working Operate in a hands-on capacity initially, delivering strategy while the team is being established Collaborate cross-functionally with Creative, Account, and Medical teams to ensure strategy underpins all work Support engagement and omnichannel strategy where required, ensuring alignment to the core brand platform Account & Work Scope Lead strategy across a flagship global HIV account within a multi-stakeholder environment Broader exposure across rare disease, infectious disease, and oncology Work across a mix of global and US accounts Contribute across multiple brands and projects, rather than being embedded into a single account Why This Role Opportunity to take on a true Head of Strategy position within a growing agency Ownership of both client strategy and internal function build High level of visibility and impact across client relationships and new business Strong emphasis on brand strategy excellence and scientific depth