Strategy Director

FWD People is a full-service strategic marketing agency delivering meaningful and measurable results in the health and non-profit sectors. As a Strategy Director, you'll bring clarity to complexity—translating data, insights, and science into ideas that move people and brands.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in brand, communications, or engagement strategy within an agency or consultancy.
• Proven ability to define and articulate brand narratives, frameworks, and creative strategies that drive impact.
• Strong storytelling and presentation skills; able to translate complex insights into compelling, actionable ideas.
• Experience leading workshops and client work sessions that foster alignment and shared ownership.
• Fluency in frameworks and tools (e.g., Brand Diamond, 4Cs, OGSM, journey maps) and comfort applying them across categories.
• Experience bridging strategy and creative execution, partnering cross-functionally to bring ideas to life.
• Background in healthcare, biotech, or life sciences; oncology or rare disease experience a plus.
• Familiarity with regulatory environments and experience working within MLR processes a bonus.
• Collaborative, curious, and pragmatic with a balance of big-picture vision and hands-on execution.
• Ownership without ego.

Benefits

• 25 days off per year + 16 paid holidays
• Matching 401(k)
• Medical, dental & vision
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Home office setup
• Yearly team retreats
• Comprehensive professional development program including executive coaching and a yearly professional development stipend