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Strategy Manager

AI Digital

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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About the role

What You'll Do

  • Proposal & RFP Leadership: lead RFI/RFP development for opportunities, owning the narrative, structure, and strategic rationale.

  • Growth & Client Strategy Partnership: serve as a key strategic resource for Growth and designated accounts, developing proactive recommendations that support client objectives, retention, and new business growth.

  • Industry Research & Thought Leadership: conduct comprehensive industry, audience, category, and market research to inform strategic decisions, internal POVs, capabilities decks, and client-facing materials.

  • Operational Contribution: help improve strategy workflows, reusable materials, templates, and AI-enabled processes that enhance Strategy and Planning team efficiency.

  • Presentation & Stakeholder Support: develop and present strategic recommendations for client pitches, QBRs, and priority requests in partnership with Strategy, Planning, Growth, and Client Services.

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What You Bring

  • 3–5 years of experience in media, advertising, strategy, planning, programmatic, or a related field.

  • Demonstrated ability to  lead RFP/RFI development and manage strategic projects with minimal oversight.

  • Strong understanding of digital media, programmatic advertising, audience strategy, and omnichannel campaign planning.

  • Excellent research, analytical, and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate data and insights into compelling strategic narratives.

  • Proficiency in PowerPoint and/or Google Slides, with a high standard for quality and presentation design.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across Strategy, Planning, Growth, and Client Services.

  • Strong fluency with AI tools as part of the strategy workflow, with curiosity around light vibe coding, custom assistants, automation-building, and low-code/no-code tools as a plus.

What You Get

  • Competitive salary that values your expertise.‍

  • Work from anywhere: fully remote to suit your lifestyle.‍

  • Unlimited PTO that we actually encourage you to use — for adventures, recovery, or just because.

  • Growth-focused environment: access to learning resources and clear pathways for growth.

  • Fun team events: from virtual pasta-making to yoga sessions, we make remote feel close.

  • A culture of trust: we cut the red tape — open talk, ownership, and getting things done together. Results over rules, always.

  • Health insurance and ClassPass coverage: supporting your well-being both inside and outside of work.

Hiring Flow

  • Screening Interview (45 minutes): initial conversation with a recruiter.

  • Test Assignment (3 days): complete a task to showcase your skills.

  • Team Interview (up to 45 minutes): a meeting with your potential Team Lead to assess team fit and discuss role-specific responsibilities, expectations and workflows.‍

  • Final Interview (Up to 30 minutes): meet with the Head of Strategy and future colleagues for an in-depth discussion of your experience and skills.‍

  • Offer: if successful, you’ll receive an offer to join our team.