<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Please note that we will never request payment or bank account information at any stage of the recruitment process. As we continue to grow our teams, we urge you to be cautious of fraudulent job postings or recruitment activities that misuse our company name and information. Please protect your personal information during any recruitment process. While Monks may contact potential candidates via LinkedIn, all applications must be submitted through our official website (<a class="c-link c-link--focus-visible" href="http://monks.com/careers" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="http://monks.com/careers" data-sk="tooltip_parent">monks.com/careers</a>).</span></p></div><h2><strong>About the Role</strong></h2> <p>As a Mid-level Strategist, you'll join our Netherlands regional client team to turn sharp audience insights and social intelligence into bold creative opportunities. You will sit at the intersection of brand strategy, modern social ecosystems, and technology-driven creative execution. We are looking for someone with a passion for creative strategy who can break down complex briefs, decode digital culture, and build connected brand experiences that get noticed.</p> <h3><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></h3> <ul> <li><strong>Develop</strong> clear, compelling strategy briefs grounded in market research, audience insights, and cultural trends.</li> <li><strong>Partner</strong> with creative and production teams to guide concepts from early strategy through execution.</li> <li><strong>Map</strong> out consumer experience journeys and modern campaign ecosystems across digital and social touchpoints.</li> <li><strong>Analyse</strong> campaign performance, consumer feedback, and social data to refine ongoing brand strategies.</li> <li><strong>Collaborate</strong> with the Strategy Director to support local and regional client presentations.</li> <li><strong>Leverage</strong> agency AI workflows and creative tools to optimise research and strategic output.</li> </ul> <h2><strong>About You</strong></h2> <h3><strong>The essentials:</strong></h3> <ul> <li><strong>Around 5 years of experience</strong> in creative, digital, or brand strategy.</li> <li><strong>Proven track record</strong> at a creative agency or specialist digital/social shop.</li> <li><strong>Strong foundation</strong> in brand strategy principles, social media ecosystems, and modern digital marketing.</li> <li><strong>Great narrative skills</strong>, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and strategic briefs.</li> <li><strong>Collaborative mindset</strong> with experience working alongside cross-functional creative teams.</li> <li><strong>Cultural Curiosity.</strong> A curious mind with a genuine passion for pop culture, from global trends to the Dutch scene: entertainment, music, creators, memes and moments that start conversations and shape behaviors. You know what’s happening on Dutch TikTok and what’s dominating the group chats and you know how to turn that cultural fluency into ideas that feel native, timely and relevant to local audiences.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Not a Must, But a Plus:</strong></h3> <ul> <li><strong>Experience with or enthusiasm for AI tools</strong> in strategic research and workflows.</li> <li><strong>Background in experience strategy</strong> or consumer experience design.</li> <li><strong>Familiarity with the Dutch market</strong> and regional consumer trends.</li> </ul> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants, from all backgrounds, who are excited to contribute to our mission.</span></em><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></em><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p> <p class="p1">#LI-JT1</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>About Monks </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Monks is the global, digital-first, data-driven, unitary operating brand of S4Capital plc, where our culture centers on how we show up for the work and for one another. That begins with the commitment to strive for mastery—taking deep pride in our craft and creating work that sets the bar. In everyday execution, we drive momentum by choosing bold action rather than waiting for certainty. Above all, our teams are stronger together, bringing diverse perspectives into a unified team that communicates with clarity, trust, and mutual respect.</span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span><br><span style="font-size: 10pt;">This commitment to craft and innovation translates directly into widespread industry acclaim: Monks was named a Contender in The Forrester Wave™: Global Marketing Services and a leader in the 2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Global Digital Marketing Agencies. It ranks among Cannes Lions' Top 10 Creative Companies (2022-25) and remains the only partner featured in AdExchanger’s Progr