Assistant Strategist, Business Solutions

Assistant Strategist, Business Solutions

Horizon Next is one of the industry's most innovative and data-driven marketing organizations and sits at the intersection of three constantly changing landscapes: people, data, and media. Our business provides strategic leadership to accelerate growth for our clients through brand strategy, media planning and investment, and best in class analytics across all channels. As the leader in innovative business solutions, we are always pushing ourselves to understand what's next: our next innovation, our next advancement in analytics, the market's next media evolution, and your next breakthrough idea. Horizon Next operates with the single goal that tomorrow must outperform today.
At Horizon Next, we understand the value that different perspectives can bring to our clients and culture, so we strive for an environment where our employees feel welcomed, safe and empowered. We value YOU and believe that your authentic voice and unique perspective allows us to create a more rewarding culture, and experience, together.
Our simple recipe for success? We hire talented people (thinkers, doers, dreamers, makers), challenge them and give them every opportunity to grow.
Job Summary

The Assistant Strategist, Business Solutions is responsible for supporting the team in the development of media plans, results analysis, and data management. This position requires an individual to strategically think and problem solve while paying meticulous attention to detail. The Assistant Strategist is expected to show integrity, a thirst for learning, drive and initiative, along with overall communication and organization skills to succeed in a fast-paced work environment.
What You'll Do

50% Account Management
Assist with day-to-day account maintenance tasks inclusive of billing and creative material distribution
Schedule, attend, and participate in client/internal meetings; capture and distribute meeting recap notes to clients and internal team members, summarizing all deliverables and next steps
Keep team updated on the status and timing of deliverables
Collaborate with team to identify data and billing discrepancies and recommend creative solutions
20% Strategic Planning
Support team members with overall media plan development, budget tracking, implementation, and maintenance
Analyze competitive research to inform media strategy
Pull and manipulate large performance-based datasets that inform the overall media approach and strategy
15% Internal Relationship Management
Engage and effectively interact with clients and other Horizon Next departments internally
15% Training & Development
Advance knowledge and learn about the media industry, Horizon Next, and our clients
Participate in Horizon's Media 101 training program, as well as other syndicated and proprietary training sessions (i.e. Excel Basics, Business Writing, Presentation Skills, and more)
Who You Are

Hungry to advance your knowledge of advertising, marketing, and media principles
Willing to take initiative, be an active participant in team discussions
An effective communicator who thinks strategically
A problem solver with the ability to develop creative solutions
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Comfortable working with multiple timelines and deliverables; able to effectively manage your time
Someone who thrives working both independently and within a team
Comfortable working within large sets of data and numbers
Successful in an agile, fast paced environment
Results and solutions oriented; consistently motivated, proactive, and resourceful
Preferred Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree and/or relevant work or internship experience
Experience working in a fast-paced environment and able to multi-task
Proficiency working within Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Salary Range $40,000.00 - $50,000.00
A successful applicant's actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's skill sets, experience, training, education, licensure/certifications, and qualifications for the role. As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach. We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.