Senior Brand Strategist

REVIEW CRITERIA:

MANDATORY:

• Strong Senior Brand Strategist Profile
• Must have 4+ years of pure brand strategy experience at branding/strategy agencies (not advertising/campaign-only roles)
• Must have hands-on experience with brand strategy frameworks for new brand creation and rebranding initiatives (brand persona, positioning, narrative, tone of voice, guidelines)
• Must have experience conducting and leading brand workshops, integrating research inputs (primary + secondary) into insights and brand positioning
• Must have B2C brand strategy experience (B2B exposure is highly preferred but optional)
• Must have strong writing and storytelling skills to translate brand positioning into compelling narratives, messaging, tone, and strategic decks.
• Must be able to manage end-to-end brand strategy projects, including research synthesis, workshop facilitation, positioning, framework creation, and collaboration with design teams for visual translation.
• Must have a portfolio or compilation of case studies showing rebranding projects, positioning frameworks, workshop involvement, research synthesis, and strategy-to-design translation
• Preferably a degree/master’s in Marketing, Brand Strategy, Design, or Communication from reputed institutes (e.g., MICA, NID, Srishti, or similar).
• Must come from Branding Studios, Brand strategy firms, Strategic design consultancies, branding agencies etc.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are looking for a senior brand strategist professional, who can help us deliver innovative strategic directions that benefit our client’s business with measurable results. The candidate should have thorough knowledge and experience in the methods and application of tools to deliver an effective programme. Candidates should have experience with both mass and premium brands as well as FMCG, durables, and service categories.

Experience with digital-first or digitally marketed brands is an advantage that we look forward to.

ROLES & EXPECTATIONS-

• Drive brand and business strategy processes in our firm.
• Thorough practical knowledge and experience in implementing methods, tools and processes with capabilities to handhold teams to deliver at the highest standards.
• Proficient in conducting research programs to uncover customer and user needs, business and market findings, drawing insights for branding, service and CX design for digital and traditional applications.
• Conduct primary and secondary market research in marketing, sales and consumer experience.
• Programming workshops, conducting them and creating a comprehensive outcome report with insights and recommendations.
• Bring an idea to life on a whiteboard, articulate it, create systems and deliver.
• Strong understanding of pan-India markets across a wide range of verticals and categories.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Excellent storytelling skills, capable of good verbal and written communications, client interfacing and presentation skills.
• Proficient in putting together presentations and strategy decks.
• Good articulation and writing skills.
• Understanding business, data tools and analytics (The math of it)
• Capable of managing and building relationships with senior client executives with strong domain-level competence along with a well-informed worldview.
• Team player capable of working across verticals with leadership skills.

ADVANTAGEOUS / OPTIONAL SKILLS-

• Experience in ethnographic, observational and behaviour studies.
• Management skills, idea creation, directing and delivering through a creative team.
• Interest in trends and analysis of brands, brand strategies and staying up-to-date and well-informed.
• Experience in analysing the brand and marketing landscape and writing advisory and opinion articles on branding and brand communication.
• Well-informed and knowledgeable with a world view.
• Observant and aware of current trends and their evolution.

Strong Brand Marketing Manager profiles, with experience with well-known B2C brands

Mandatory (Experience 1): Must have total 6+ YOE, and recent 3+ years working in end-to-end Brand Marketing (including Brand building, positioning, & brand strategy)

Mandatory (Experience 2): Must have strong hands-on experience in Brand Marketing for a Top / well-known B2C or Fintech brands

Mandatory (Core Skills): Must possess creative thinking, strong project management skills, and be execution-focused; should have managed brand campaigns including creative development, production, social content, media planning, and buying..

Mandatory (Education): Candidates from Top college like IIMs, ISB, MICA, VGSOM-IIT Kharagpur, IIT etc (Note: College can be ignored if candidate is from unicorn companies like Bharatpe, Unilever, Reliance, Groww etc)

Mandatory (Company): Well-know B2C Brands in FMCG, Fintech, BFSI, Consumer Tech, or Lifestyle brands.

Mid-Level Marketing Assets Developer & Curator (B2B Telecom Market)

Position Overview:

 We are seeking a skilled and creative Marketing Assets Developer & Curator to join our dynamic at

Globe Teleservices Pte. Ltd. As a key member of our marketing team, you will be responsible for

the creation and development of various digital marketing assets such as corporate profile &

investors decks, product literature -Brochures. Your role will be critical in crafting visually engaging

and compelling presentations that effectively communicate the value propositions of our tech

solutions to clients, investors, and other stakeholders to drive business growth. At the same time

maintaining a library or database of marketing materials, ensuring they are up to date and easily

accessible to the marketing team and other departments.

Job Description:

 Marketing Assets Creation & curation: Develop and design visually appealing corporate decks,

investors decks, and product decks that align with our brand guidelines and effectively showcase

our B2B tech solutions. Manage and maintain a library of marketing collateral, ensuring that

materials are up-to-date and readily accessible for internal and external use.

 Content Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, sales,

and in house marketing designer, to gather necessary insights, data, and technical information to

create content that resonates with our target audience.

 Visual Storytelling: Utilize your creative skills to visually represent complex technical concepts and

data in a clear and concise manner, ensuring ease of understanding for both technical and non-

technical audiences.

 Branding Consistency: Ensure all digital assets adhere to our brand identity, messaging, and style

guidelines, maintaining a consistent and cohesive brand image throughout.

 Market Awareness: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market developments, and customer

needs to ensure our digital assets remain relevant and effective in conveying our value proposition.

 Presentation Enhancement: Continuously explore innovative ways to enhance the visual impact of

presentations through the use of graphics, images, animations, and other multimedia elements.

 Quality Assurance: Review and proofread digital assets to maintain accuracy, grammar, and overall

quality, presenting a professional and polished final product.

 Deadline Management: Work efficiently to meet project deadlines, multitasking across various

projects and ensuring timely delivery of digital assets.

Team Management: Individual Contributor reporting to Sr. Mgr. Marketing Communication.

Qualifications and Skills/ Experience & Expertise:

 Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Communications, or a related field.

 Proven experience 2-4 years in creating and designing corporate decks, investors decks, and

product literature for B2B SaaS /tech solutions providers.

 Proficiency in presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint, Keynote) and graphic design tools (e.g.,

Adobe Creative Suite).

 Strong visual storytelling and data visualization skills.

 Excellent attention to detail and ability to adhere to brand guidelines.

 Solid understanding of B2B tech solutions and their value propositions.

 Creativity and a keen eye for aesthetics and design trends.

 Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

 Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

 A proactive and self-motivated individual with a passion for innovation in visual communication.

 Familiarity with the Telecom industry & products like CPaaS, UCaaS, A2P messaging will be an

added advantage

 Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a keen eye for detail and design aesthetics.

Key Deliverables:

 Marketing Collaterals: Create high-quality product literature and marketing collaterals.

 KPI: Timely delivery of visually appealing, engaging, and on-brand marketing materials.

 Content Effectiveness: Monitor & measure the impact of marketing content on lead generation and

brand awareness.

 KPI: Demonstrated improvement in lead generation metrics and engagement rates.

 Brand Consistency: Ensure brand consistency across all marketing materials and channels.

 KPI: Positive feedback from stakeholders on adherence to brand guidelines.

 Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external vendors.

 KPI: Positive feedback on teamwork, communication, and project management.

 Market Understanding: Stay updated with industry trends and customer insights to inform content

strategies.

 KPI: Active participation in industry events, competitive analysis, and market research

initiatives.

Location: Vashi, Navi Mumbai

Work Duration: Monday to Friday

Education: Any graduate with digital certifications (a must)

Remuneration: Negotiable based on candidate’s level of experience.

Company Overview

Globe Teleservices, is a one-stop solution for international voice, messaging, cloud, and anti-fraud services,

catering to the ever-evolving needs of the Telecom ecosystem. With our secure and seamless interconnections,

coupled with top-notch solutions, we enable innovations that connect our global clients with the world. Backed

by years of experience in the telecom industry, we offer direct interconnections across 87 MNOs ensuring

efficient communication solutions.

Headquartered in Singapore, our rapidly growing presence extends across 25+ countries in Asia, the Middle East, LATAM, Africa, America and many more in the pipeline. Join us on this transformative journey today!

About Company

As a leading force in the telecommunications industry, GTS takes pride in empowering economies through secure and transformative technology. Our comprehensive suite of services includes international voice, SMS,cloud, and anti-fraud solutions, connecting businesses with customers worldwide and propelling them to new heights. Seamless connectivity, fortified with customizable messaging options, allows us to provide flexibility and scalability to meet diverse needs.

By harnessing the power of next-gen technology, we enable innovation

to facilitate secure and seamless connections. Our origin-based routing maximises quality, productivity, and profitability for our clients. With intelligent communications offering real-time call monitoring, cost analysis, and advanced BI tools, we ensure a cost-effective and efficient communication experience. Our dedication to excellence has earned us recognition and awards far and wide including

Tier 1 A2P SMS vendor for Mobile

Network Operators (MNO) in ROCCO’s A2P SMS Market Impact Report, CC Global Awards, Eurasia Awards and many more.

As proud members of renowned forums like GSMA, MEF, GLF, TM forum, and others, we continue to shape the future of the industry with unwavering commitment.

Headquartered in Singapore, our rapidly growing presence extends across 25+ countries in Asia, the Middle East, LATAM, Africa, America and many more in the pipeline, solidifying GTS as a global partner for cutting-edge communication solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Day to day management and successful long-term relationships with different accounts.

• Experience in fronting client relationships directly

• Handling operations and client management
• End to end project management
• Briefing the creative team, helping in the creation of a concept.
• Facilitating communication between Client Service Operations & other business units to ensure an effective operating environment.
• Focusing on the strategic aspects of maintaining and growing long-term relationships.
• Establishing growth plans for teams and managed accounts
• Strategizing and executing campaigns for clients.
• Identifying prospective clients, establishing strategic partnerships and alliances
• Working with senior management keeping them informed of new developments, service issues and new business opportunities.
• Managing paid social media campaigns 

Preferred Requirements:

• 4-10 yrs RELEVANT experience 

• Must have worked with digital agencies managing social media marketing and performance marketing (preferable)

• Also willing to consider exceptionally talented folks from offline agencies

• Located in Bangalore and willing to travel to HSR layout

• Experience in fronting client relationships directly

• Experience in social media marketing (organic & paid)
• Experience in relationship management, strong verbal and written communications skills

Desired Candidate Profile

• Demonstrable experience in marketing together with the potential and attitude required to learn
• A passion for issues around Sustainability, Energy Transition, Climate Action, Distributed & Renewable Energy
• Startup experience desired
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves and execute
• Proven experience in identifying target audiences and in creatively devising and leading across channels marketing campaigns that engage, educate and motivate
• Solid knowledge of website analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, NetInsight, Omniture, WebTrends)
• Experience in setting up and optimizing Google Adwords campaigns
• Numerically literacy, comfort working with numbers
• Ability to make sense of metrics and processing figures with spreadsheets
• Up-to-date knowledge of the latest trends and best practices in online marketing and measurement

We are looking for a skilled and solutions-oriented Brand Strategist with a strong analytical mind to craft compelling brand stories and strategies that deliver results. The Brand Strategist's responsibilities include conducting extensive research, analyzing findings, making recommendations, presenting to clients and briefing creatives. You should be a strategic thinker with a knack for uncovering consumer insights that inform strategy development.

The ideal candidate should be open-minded and passionate about creating holistic brand experiences. Ultimately, the outstanding Brand Strategist should have strong research skills, an analytical mindset and be an excellent storyteller.

• Conducting extensive primary and secondary research.
• Staying up-to-date on consumer research and market trends.
• Analyzing research, data and trends.
• Creating competitive reviews and situational analyses.
• Identifying insights, challenges and opportunities.
• Developing brand architecture, positioning and strategy.
• Writing compelling brand stories.
• Meeting and presenting to clients.
• Briefing and collaborating with creative teams.
• Leading ideation and brainstorming sessions.
  
  

• Degree in business, marketing, branding, communication or related field required.
• Previous experience as a brand strategist or similar role.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience leading client meetings.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Creative and compelling storyteller.
• Strong research skills.
• Strategic thinker.
• Excellent presentation skills.