Growth through Talent

Data Strategy Lead - Strategy

Ad Technology - Ad Operations
Ref: 3770 Date Posted: Thursday 19 Feb 2026

Data Strategy Lead
Up to £70,000
London (Hybrid – 3 days in office)

Our client is a fast-scaling, independent AdTech business redefining how data informs campaign strategy. Combining proprietary technology with agency-grade thinking, they build bespoke data-driven solutions that genuinely shape how brands grow.

The Opportunity

  • Join a high-impact Strategy team at a pivotal stage of UK and US expansion
  • Operate in a genuine strategic “playground” with direct access to BI and data science
  • Build tailored, insight-led frameworks rather than standardised media plans
  • Influence how the Strategy function evolves as the business scales
  • Lead and mentor a growing team while owning senior strategic output

Responsibilities

  • Interrogate briefs to uncover brand friction and growth opportunities
  • Identify and assess viable datasets to inform strategic solution design
  • Collaborate with BI and data teams to structure meaningful data approaches
  • Craft compelling strategic narratives and client-ready responses
  • Contribute to post-campaign learning, measurement and optimisation thinking
  • Support case studies, award entries and thought leadership initiatives

Your Profile

  • Strong strategic grounding with diverse exposure across brands, categories or markets
  • Likely from an independent agency, or a network group working across multiple brands or multi-market accounts
  • Highly data literate, able to translate insight into commercial action
  • Confident presenter with experience influencing senior stakeholders
  • Comfortable mentoring others within a fast-paced environment

How to apply

To apply for this outstanding opportunity, please contact Chizoba Uzuegbunam at Pivotal for a confidential discussion on 07386973586 or email chizoba@pivotallondon.co.uk.

Pivotal is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law.

 

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