Posted:
1/12/2026, 4:43:55 AM
Location(s):
England, United Kingdom ⋅ Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Business & Strategy
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
At VML, Human First is our guiding creative philosophy: we create value for people first, knowing this drives authentic and sustainable brand impact. We are a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.
We connect Brand Experience, Customer Experience, and Commerce to craft unified, emotionally resonant consumer journeys.
Our 26,000 people across 50-plus markets are the heart of our company. Their perspectives, local expertise, and cultural insights drive creativity and innovation, making talent our most critical competitive advantage.
At VML The Cocktail, we are looking for people who are not afraid of speed.
Specifically, we are looking for someone capable of understanding complex technology and business challenges, translating them into clear strategic direction for our clients, and helping them move decisively forward.
Our Strategy team leads end-to-end projects across multiple industries (banking, insurance, travel, energy, among others) from a perspective that is far from traditional consulting. We combine strategy, creativity, data, design and technology to drive real transformation.
We are looking for a Strategy Manager with strong experience in strategy and transformation, who is excited about leading complex initiatives, growing teams, and helping shape a fast-growing consulting practice.
Lead end-to-end strategy and transformation projects, from initial hypothesis and proposal through execution and delivery.
Take full ownership of project planning, milestones, and outcomes, ensuring high-quality delivery and measurable business impact.
Support strategic business initiatives by providing deep analysis, insights, and a strong understanding of business context and objectives.
Lead and mentor teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
Design and drive operating model and change management initiatives, supporting organizational transformation.
Articulate insights and recommendations in clear, compelling executive-level presentations.
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (UX, UI, Brand, Data, Technology, etc.) to design and implement innovative solutions.
Facilitate workshops and working sessions to actively involve clients in VML The Cocktail’s creative and strategic process.
Identify client needs and opportunities that may lead to new business proposals.
Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and global business dynamics to continuously evolve our strategic offering.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Management or a related field. Master’s degree or MBA is highly desirable.
7+ years of experience in strategy, management consulting, corporate development or similar roles.
Strong exposure to banking or financial services, with a deep understanding of products, operations, regulatory environments and competitive dynamics.
Proven experience in operating models and change management, designing and driving organizational transformations.
Demonstrated ability to take strategic plans from concept to execution with tangible business results.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable working with complex data, KPIs and business models.
Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills; confident engaging with senior leadership.
Strong leadership capabilities, with experience leading teams and influencing without direct authority.
Autonomous, proactive and comfortable in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
Strong appetite for digital ecosystems and innovation.
Flexible working hours
25 days of vacation per year + Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve off if they fall on weekdays
Personalized career plan and continuous training
English training classes
No dress code – come to work as you like
Exclusive discounts and time for personal growth
Access to Cobee, our flexible compensation system
Initiatives supporting parenthood, equality and diversity
VML The Cocktail is a multinational consultancy whose mission is to accelerate the sustainable growth of our clients. We mobilize large organizations to improve the relationship between brands and people through Design, Data and Technology.
Our culture is based on diversity, creativity, and the collaboration of specialists across strategy, design, technology, data and research. Careers at VML The Cocktail are defined by exponential growth and participation in projects with real impact.
We believe it is better to ask for forgiveness than permission. We value a disruptive mindset, critical thinking, nonconformity and a passion for excellence.
If you’ve made it this far, it means we’ve caught your attention.
Apply for the role and our People team will review your CV. If it matches what we’re looking for, we’ll get in touch to get to know each other better and tell you more about VML The Cocktail and the role.
One tip for the process: just be yourself.
Are you ready to transform the way we work? 🚀
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
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Website: https://www.wundermanthompson.com/
Headquarter Location: New York, New York, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 2018
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Advertising ⋅ B2B ⋅ Consulting ⋅ CRM ⋅ Marketing