Overview
Marketing Strategy Associate Jobs in United States at LG&P Agency
We are seeking a high-potential MBA graduate to join our team as an Associate, Marketing & Strategy—a unique, high-exposure role designed for an entrepreneurial self-starter who wants to accelerate their career.
This role offers the opportunity to work directly with senior leadership, including the VP of Marketing & Strategy , while gaining broad experience across marketing execution, strategic initiatives, client engagement, and thought leadership.
The position is intentionally designed as a launchpad role—providing hands-on experience across multiple facets of the business, with the potential to evolve into a larger leadership position based on performance and capability.
In this role, you will have:
- Direct exposure to executive leadership and decision-making
- Opportunity to work on both internal strategy and external client initiatives
- Ownership of meaningful, high-impact projects—not just support work
- Clear path for growth based on merit, not tenure
Key Responsibilities
1. Marketing Execution & Support
- Support and help execute the company’s marketing plan as defined by the VP, Strategy & Marketing
- Coordinate across internal teams to ensure alignment and timely execution of marketing initiatives
- Be responsible for the development of marketing materials, campaigns, and communications, with strategic direction from the VP of Strategy & Marketing.
2. Strategic & Client Project Support
- Contribute to select client and industry assignments as directed by leadership
- Develop presentations, insights, and strategic recommendations
- Participate in both internal and client-facing discussions when appropriate
3. Marketing Research & Insights
- Conduct targeted research to support business development and client initiatives
- Synthesize findings into clear, actionable insights for leadership
- Monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities
- This individual has a brand-forward mindset, and is a passionate retail consumer – actively curious and engaged in understanding shopper and consumer psychologies.
4. Thought Leadership Initiative (Case Study Development)
- Lead the development of company white papers
- Assist in the development of social media content and marketing collateral
- Collaborate with leadership to shape the narrative, insights, and positioning
5. Company & Community Initiative Support
- Work directly with the VP to support CEO-level initiatives, including efforts tied to local nonprofit partnerships and case study development.
- Help plan, organize, and execute programs that align with the company’s broader mission and values
- Bring structure, follow-through, and momentum to initiatives that currently lack dedicated resources
Success Metrics (What “Great” Looks Like)
Within the first 12 months, this individual will:
- Demonstrate ownership and reliable execution of key marketing initiatives
- Deliver high-quality research and insights that inform decision-making
- Successfully contribute to at least 2–3 meaningful client or strategic projects
- Launch and make measurable progress on the industry case study initiative
- Become a trusted, go-to resource for the VP of Marketing & Strategy
- Show the ability to operate independently while staying aligned with leadership priorities
- Demonstrate a fundamental ability in presentation development, storytelling, deck composition and layout/design of marketing collateral
Ideal Candidate Profile
- MBA graduate (recent or within 1–2 years)
- Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset—comfortable operating in ambiguity and taking initiative
- Strong work ethic with the ability to self-direct and proactively identify opportunities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)
- Analytical thinker with the ability to translate data into insights
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ideal candidate would have advanced proficiency developing decks, using Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- The candidate express the capability of translating verbal theory to visual expressions through design principles (methaphorical, visual, iconography, space layout, and brand narrative)
Preferred (but not required):
- Prior internship or experience in a marketing agency, consulting firm, or strategy role
- Exposure to retail, brand marketing, or customer experience industries
Personal Attributes We Value
- Curious and intellectually engaged
- Accountable and dependable
- Comfortable working with senior leaders
- Positive, team-oriented mindset
- Willingness to roll up sleeves and get things done
Growth Opportunity
This role is designed as a career accelerator. High performers will have the opportunity to:
- Take on increased responsibility and ownership
- Transition into a leadership or specialized role within the organization
- Potentially build and lead a team over time
- This role is a production role, with strategy infused.
- Occasional domestic travel may be required.
We are looking for someone who doesn’t just want a job—but wants to learn, build, contribute, and grow in an environment where they will be seen, challenged, and supported.
Title: Marketing Strategy Associate
Company: LG&P Agency
Location: United States
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