Senior Director, Social Strategy - Media.Monks

Monks is seeking a highly experienced Senior Strategy Director, with a strong background in the automotive industry to join our expanding Strategy & Planning team in the US.In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development and execution of innovative social media strategies for our prestigious automotive clients, with a focus on enhancing brand awareness, optimizing marketing efforts, and driving sales performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the implementation of comprehensive social media strategies and paid social media plans aligned with clients marketing objectives
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership to social media teams, ensuring the creation and execution of high-quality, engaging content across all platforms
• Analyze social media performance metrics, providing in-depth reports and actionable insights to optimize strategies and drive ROI
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive brand voice and messaging across all social media channels
• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders in the automotive industry, leveraging insights to inform strategic decision-making
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Stay abreast of emerging digital technologies and social media best practices, leveraging insights to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge

Background & Skills

• Minimum 10-12 years of experience in social media strategy, with a proven track record of success in the automotive industry
• Deep understanding of the automotive market, consumer preferences, and industry trends
• Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to guide and motivate high-performing teams
• Strong analytical skills, with expertise in interpreting social media metrics and translating data into actionable insights
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex strategies to both internal and external stakeholders
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute innovative social media strategies that drive business results
• Masters degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred

Lead the Way at Monks

At Monks, youll have the opportunity to work with a global network of talented professionals, collaborating on groundbreaking projects for leading automotive brands. Our company is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and empowering work environment where all individuals can freely express themselves and thrive. As a Senior Strategy Director, you will play a pivotal role in driving the success of our automotive clients and mentoring the next generation of social media strategists.

Monks is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you have a passion for the automotive industry and a proven track record of leading successful social media strategies, we want to hear from you.

About Monks

Monks is the global, purely digital, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc. With a legacy of innovation and specialized expertise, Monks combines an extraordinary range of global marketing and technology services to accelerate business possibilities and redefine how brands and businesses interact with the world. Its integration of systems and workflows delivers unfettered content production, scaled experiences, enterprise-grade technology and data science fueled by AI—managed by the industry’s best and most diverse digital talent—to help the world’s trailblazing companies outmaneuver and outpace their competition.

Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services. It has remained a constant presence on Adweek’s Fastest Growing lists (2019-23), ranks among Cannes Lions Top 10 Creative Companies (2022-23) and is the only partner to have been placed in AdExchanger’s Programmatic Power Players list every year (2020-24). In addition to being named Adweek’s first AI Agency of the Year (2023), Monks has been recognized by Business Intelligence in its 2024 Excellence in Artificial Intelligence Awards program in three categories: the Individual category, Organizational Winner in AI Strategic Planning and AI Product for its service Monks.Flow. Monks has also garnered the title of Webby Production Company of the Year (2021-24), won a record number of FWAs and has earned a spot on Newsweek’s Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces 2023.

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects. Including fresh voices and unique points of view in all aspects of our business not only creates an environment where we can all grow and thrive but also increases our potential to produce work that better represents—and resonates with—the world around us. 

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