Senior Manager - Strategy & Insights

LEO MEA (Middle East & Africa)

Riyadh

Description

We’re looking for a Senior Manager – Strategy & Insights who lives and breathes strategy, culture, creativity and innovation. This role is for someone who can shape sharp, insight-led thinking for ambitious brands, inspire teams and help drive work that delivers both business impact and creative excellence. You’ll work across key regional and global clients, partnering closely with creative, media, data and leadership teams to bring the Power of One to life through connected thinking and culturally relevant ideas.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading strategic development across key client businesses

• Turning human behaviour, data and cultural insights into impactful strategies

• Inspiring creative teams through strong briefs and provocative thinking

• Driving award-worthy work and contributing to growth and new business opportunities

• Mentoring and developing the next generation of strategic talent

• Bringing fresh thinking around culture, innovation, AI and emerging trends

What we’re looking for:

• 7-9+ years in Strategy, Planning, Brand or Creative Strategy

• Strong storytelling and presentation skills

• Someone commercially minded but creatively driven

• A collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced environments

• Deep understanding of culture, consumers and brand building

• GCC market experience preferred, Saudi market exposure is a strong plus

• Arabic speaker preferred

If you’re passionate about strategy that moves people, shapes brands and drives creativity forward then apply!