Digital Strategist at Smart Partners Consulting Limited (SPCL)

Smart Partners Consulting Limited (SPCL) is an indigenous consulting firm poised on the business model of collaboration to provide professional services of Human Resources and Business Strategy to different companies in various sectors of Nigeria’s economy. It was incorporated in July 2013. Our idea of collaboration and partnership involves the synergy of tested experts in the market place to research, identify and proffer solutions to the ever dynamic needs of our Clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Digital Strategist

Location: Lagos 
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Responsible for developing a deep understanding of client business and marketing objectives and translating them into effective strategies.
• The role uses insights, storytelling, and data to develop strategies that serve as the foundation for impactful and successful campaigns.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning:

• Understand clients’ businesses, markets, and brands to define and address their key strategic challenges.
• Work with Client Service, Creative, and the SAMS (Strategy, Analytics, Media and Social Media) teams to develop integrated communication strategies.
• Collaborate with the Creative team to ensure campaign ideas align with strategy and client objectives.
• Support new business initiatives and pitch development when required.
• Develop and deliver clear, compelling strategic presentations to clients.
• Build strong client relationships and respond effectively to strategic questions.
• Conduct brand reviews and maintain strong industry and market knowledge.

Operational & Team Support:

• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Promote collaboration across the SAMS team and partner agencies.

Financial & Project Management:

• Ensure research and material purchases are pre-approved and within budget.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects and accurate completion of timesheets.
• Identify strategic opportunities that can generate additional revenue for the agency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Postgraduate degree or professional certification is an advantage.
• Proven experience developing innovative strategic solutions.
• Strong knowledge of branding, brand positioning, digital marketing, direct marketing, and CRM.

Key Skills:
Soft Skills:

• Strong listening, presentation, and communication skills.
• Team-oriented, proactive, and self-motivated.
• Strong understanding of qualitative and quantitative research.

Technical Skills:

• Understanding of digital platforms from a communications perspective.
• Ability to interpret analytics and insights.

Other Skills:

• Leadership and team-building abilities.
• Training and facilitation skills for internal and client workshops.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2026.