BGB Group · 2 weeks ago
VP, Brand Strategy
BGB Group is a healthcare communications agency that specializes in advertising, medical education, payer marketing, and consulting services. They are seeking an exceptional SVP, Brand Strategy to lead their new business efforts and high-impact brand engagements by crafting compelling narratives and guiding pitch strategies. This role requires deep healthcare expertise and the ability to simplify complexity while collaborating with various teams to drive agency growth.
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Responsibilities
Lead strategic development for pitches and new business opportunities, crafting clear, compelling narratives that bring the brand, category, and science to life
Translate marketplace, audience, and cultural insights into differentiated strategic platforms that set BGB apart
Synthesize complex science, competitive landscapes, and stakeholder behavior into simple, powerful strategic frameworks
Shape the pitch narrative and strategic story arc, partnering seamlessly with Creative Directors, Business Development, and Account leaders
Serve as a primary strategic voice in new business presentations, workshops, and early-stage client meetings
Confidently articulate insights, strategic rationale, and recommendations to senior clients and cross-functional stakeholders
Partner closely with copy, art, strategy, and account leadership to ensure pitch work is aligned, integrated, and strategically sound
Work hand-in-hand with business development to evaluate opportunities, scope needs, and strengthen strategic capabilities in pursuit of growth
Apply deep knowledge of therapeutic categories, healthcare challenges, and emerging market dynamics to guide BGB’s new business strategy
Act as an internal expert in brand positioning, customer behavior, and communications planning
Mentor and elevate strategists across the agency, fostering a culture of curiosity, clarity, and strategic excellence
Model strong strategic thinking and coach teams through ambiguity, complexity, and high-pressure pitch timelines
Navigate teams through core strategic processes—from insight development to brand architecture to communications planning—within accelerated pitch timelines
Ensure strategic rigor while fueling creativity and storytelling
Champion BGB’s commitment to science + creativity—ensuring all recommendations reflect scientific depth and creative ambition
Support expansion of existing client relationships through proactive strategic partnership
Qualification
Required
Strong analytical, storytelling, and problem-solving abilities
Skilled at simplifying complexity and helping stakeholders see clarity in ambiguous situations
Strong communicator with the ability to influence, inspire, and guide both internal teams and clients
Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate effectively; a respected strategic partner across cross-functional teams
Track record of mentoring and developing strategists and fostering strong team culture
Curious, empathetic, and solutions-oriented
Values both developing strategic recommendations and empowering others to do so
Recognized as a strategic leader and role model within an agency environment
Preferred
8+ years of strategic brand planning experience within pharmaceutical advertising, healthcare, life sciences required
Experience developing strategy for new business pitches required
Company
BGB Group
BGB Group is a marketing company that specializes in scientific communications, strategic consulting, and promotional advertising services.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
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TPG
2021-10-14Private Equity
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