Brand Planning Director (Insights)

Think Differently
Dublin
2 weeks ago

About
Our client is a fast-growing, specialist research consultancy group. They focus on cutting-edge brand measurement tools and methodologies, helping leading global brands make evidence-based marketing decisions. Their unique offering sits at the intersection of consumer insight, data modelling, and marketing strategy with a strong emphasis on mental availability research.

Their work is grounded in the latest thinking in marketing effectiveness, and their client list includes globally recognised blue-chip brands. The business combines the speed and agility of a startup with the backing of a more established parent company.

The Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced marketing or brand strategy professional to join a specialist team as an Insights & Brand Planning Specialist. You'll lead projects across DBA and CEP research, delivering actionable, insight-led reports for enterprise clients. This role is perfect for someone who understands the nuance of marketing effectiveness, can think like a planner, and enjoys translating data into strategic impact.

You'll be working directly with senior stakeholders, helping them improve their brand tracking frameworks and activation strategies using mental availability principles.

Key Responsibilities:

  • End-to-end project delivery across DBA and CEP research

  • Crafting compelling, insight-led reports with strategic recommendations
  • Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them interpret research findings and apply them
  • Assisting in the creation of planning frameworks and activation strategies
  • Contributing to thought leadership efforts and content creation

    Supporting the evolution of brand measurement tools with practical, client-informed viewpoints

Requirements:

  • 7+ years' experience in marketing effectiveness, brand strategy, or market research
  • Experience working in or alongside marketing or brand teams (client-side, agency, or consultancy)
  • Confident communicator and presenter, capable of leading workshops and pitches
  • Strong project management skills and experience managing multiple client deliverables
  • Deep understanding of key thinkers in marketing effectiveness

  • Passion for insight-driven strategy and the power of brand distinctiveness


Salary DOE €90,000*

  • Also slightly more open to more junior applications who are ambitious and eager to learn fast and grow.

At ThinkDifferently.ie we are an equal opportunity agency. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic origin or disability status

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