Strategy Consultant - Media & Creative

The Role: Strategy Consultant - Media & Creative

We are actively seeking a Strategy Consultant to enhance the Media & Creative team in Amsterdam. This pivotal role offers the chance to collaborate with leading global brands, develop data-driven media and creative strategies, and significantly contribute to high-impact projects across various markets. This position is ideal for a professional ready to deepen their expertise in marketing and media, while independently managing client relationships and delivering actionable insights.

As a Strategy Consultant, you will work closely with advertisers, agencies, and internal teams, transforming complex research findings into practical, strategic recommendations. Your responsibilities will include guiding clients through initial intake discussions, conducting thorough analyses, and presenting impactful results that shape key brand and communication decisions. The role demands a high degree of ownership, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to craft compelling narratives from data.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships, overseeing research design, execution, and delivery from inception to completion.
• Develop structured reports that provide clear, insightful recommendations for brand and marketing teams.
• Identify new commercial opportunities and actively support client growth through proactive account management.
• Lead intake meetings, briefings, and client presentations, offering confident and informed strategic perspectives.
• Represent Kantar as a Brand & Cross-Media specialist in both national and international forums.

Profile Requirements

• A relevant academic background is required.
• 3-7 years of experience in marketing, research, or consultancy.
• Familiarity with research data and advanced analytics.
• Strong communication skills are essential for client and internal interactions.
• Fluency in English is a mandatory requirement.
• Experience with project management tools.
• Demonstrated structured and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to thrive within a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment.

What Kantar Offers

Kantar provides a hybrid working model, fostering a collaborative and internationally oriented team environment. We offer a wide range of learning opportunities, including direct guidance from Strategy Managers and Directors, and access to internal knowledge sessions. The position comes with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package aligned with Dutch employment standards. Benefits include a robust pension plan, holiday allowance, 27 vacation days, commuting and homeworking allowances, comprehensive wellbeing and mental health support, employee insurance discounts, and all necessary equipment to excel in your role. Our office in central Amsterdam offers an inspiring environment, with weekly gatherings and dedicated spaces for both focused and creative work.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation

Kantar is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where individuals from all backgrounds feel respected and valued. We encourage applications from candidates of all identities and experiences. If any adjustments or accommodations are required during the recruitment process, please inform us; we are happy to provide support.

We welcome your application even if your profile doesn't precisely match every requirement, as we are keen to explore whether this or other roles at Kantar might be a suitable fit for your talents.

Key skills/competency

• Strategy Consulting
• Media Planning
• Creative Strategy
• Market Research
• Client Relationship Management
• Data Analysis
• Marketing Strategy
• Project Management
• Business Development
• Presentation Skills