Director - Strategy

ABOUT LUCID GROUP  

We are a global healthcare communications agency with deep therapeutic expertise that traverses the asset lifecycle, delivering transformative outcomes for healthcare brands for over 20 years.

Our more than 500 highly trained professionals work with speed and agility to craft and execute breakthrough strategies that maximise performance and unlock a brand's full potential.

This position is aligned to one of our three capabilities:

• Commercial Communications: Accelerating a brand's trajectory with data-driven strategies and creativity that moves markets.

Our other capabilities include:

• Scientific and Medical Communications: Translating scientific insight into impactful strategies and compelling narratives that inspire change.
  
• Consulting: Specialised life-sciences consulting - empowering clients to optimise operating models, maximise asset potential and drive sustainable transformation.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Director of Strategy to join our growing health and wellness advertising agency. This individual will lead strategic planning across multiple client accounts, guiding the development of integrated marketing and communications strategies. The Director will act as a trusted advisor to both clients and internal teams, providing insight-driven recommendations that shape brand positioning, communications planning, and long-term growth opportunities. This role also includes mentoring and developing junior strategists, contributing to new business efforts, and continuously evolving the agency’s strategic capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of strategic marketing and communications plans, including brand imperatives, channel strategies, and message flow.
• Provide strategic oversight across multiple accounts, ensuring high-quality and consistent delivery.
• Partner with clients in a consultative role, anticipating needs and guiding long-term strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align strategy with creative and execution.
• Contribute to agency growth by identifying new opportunities within existing client business and participating in new business pitches.
• Mentor, coach, and support junior strategy team members.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in advertising, marketing, consulting or related fields, with a focus on strategy and communications.
• Experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, or wellness marketing required.
• Demonstrated success in leading strategic planning across multiple projects, brands, or accounts.
• Strong analytical, creative, and communication skills, with the ability to turn insights into actionable strategies.
• Proven ability to influence, inspire, and lead both clients and internal teams.
• Experience managing, mentoring, and developing talent a plus.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR US TO BE LUCID?

At Lucid Group, we transform lives. Always. We believe in providing a culture of authenticity where we can all be ourselves, make real connections, and enjoy the work that we do. Together.   

We empower our people to embark on a journey of growth and advancement by offering meaningful learning and development opportunities. 

Central to our ethos is our commitment to cultivating an environment that embraces and respects people of all backgrounds and identities, underpinned by a culture of conscious inclusion and support.   

The Lucid values are not just mere words; they are the culmination of our collective efforts. Co-created by our people for our people, these values serve as our guiding principles, ensuring that every decision we make positively impacts the lives of the clients, patients, healthcare professionals, and colleagues we serve.   

• Compassionately Human: We think about the human impact of our actions 
• Accountable Allies: We are the go-to strategic partners for our clients 
• Invent with Intent: We create meaningful solutions to solve real problems 
• Courageously Curious: We challenge ourselves to think disruptively 

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression or disability.   

We are dedicated to offering an inclusive and accommodating recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during the interview, please do not hesitate to contact us.