(senior) Strategy Director (f, M, X)

(SENIOR) STRATEGY DIRECTOR (f, m, x) 

BrightHouse has been the source and resource of Purpose for more than two decades. Started in the United States, we have been discovering Purpose and moved organizations over the last few years also in Central Europe, the Middle East and other parts of the world. As a global creative consultancy and business division of the Boston Consulting Group, we strive for the perfect fusion of strategy and creativity. Blending on-the-ground investigation and deep insights with compelling creative storytelling, we offer a new way of thinking and working together that has the greatest possible impact for our clients.   

For our newly founded Milan office we are looking for a (SENIOR) STRATEGY DIRECTOR (f, m, x) whose personal purpose and values align with ours and to join our growing team of “inter-disciplinarians” in Italy. We work with visionary companies and nonprofits to harness the power of purpose to drive positive change. 

A Strategy Director will lead our hybrid strategic-creative project teams, shepherding senior client relationships and shaping our work from start to finish. They also play key internal leadership roles, based on their unique backgrounds and interests. In addition to a deep passion for our work, the best Strategy Director will have experience managing large-scale projects, facilitating diverse teams, building rich relationships with leaders in the private and social sectors, and growing new initiatives and partnerships. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Shape and lead multiple client projects simultaneously

• Facilitate and lead hybrid teams of strategists and creatives

• Build and own relationships with client teams, collaborating with and guiding them along the journey

• Lead research, insights, and ideation sessions on all project work

• Design, curate, and facilitate client workshops, often involving external thought leaders

• Drive development of impactful strategy and flawless execution of client deliverables

• Guide and support creative translation, working hand-in-hand with our creative team

• Play a role in business development, including shaping and pitching proposals

• Foster intellectual curiosity, exploration, and learning within BrightHouse

• Embody a passion for purpose and positive impact on the world

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 6+ years of experience leading projects, teams, and client relationships in management consulting, innovation or brand strategy, or other relevant experience

• Experience working in or with multiple sectors (corporate, CSR, government, foundation, NGO, and/or academia)

• An understanding of organizational and social change (e.g., behavioral science, organizational culture, social movement theory, campaign strategy, etc.)

• Confident, compelling, and eloquent communicator, presenter, and writer, with strong aesthetic sense

• Adept at managing and collaborating with talented and diverse teams, bringing together powerful insights, bold ideas, and beautiful execution

• Able to manage many moving parts with attention and grace

• Italian Native language skills mandatory

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Exposure to some of the world's most influential organizations

• Prospering company business and culture in Milan

• Teams of inspiring people working together on projects across many industries and two continents

• Flexible work styles – combining effective remote and safe onsite office work

• A culture of excellence and respect that has repeatedly made BCG a Top 100 employer

• Employee training and well-being offerings

• Regular opportunities for team and company activities

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If you have any question upfront, please email emesa.people@bcgbrighthouse.com