Growth Associate

Job Description:

We are looking for a curious and driven Growth Associate to support developing and executing growth strategies for our clients. Working closely with experienced growth strategists, this role is ideal for someone eager to learn and develop their analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills within growth strategy, marketing, and commercial development. As a Growth Associate, you will play a key role in transforming research into actionable insights that create real business impact for our clients.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of growth strategy, gaining hands-on experience solving real-world business challenges for some of Norway's most well-known brands and companies. As one of our first Associates, you will also play a key role in shaping dentsu Strategy into Norway's leading growth consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contribute to developing strategies related to product, price, distribution or marketing/brand strategies.

2. Support the execution of growth initiatives focused on customer acquisition, engagement, and retention.

3. Help team with project execution to ensure high-quality and timely project delivery.

4. Assist in creating presentations and dashboards for client and dentsu leadership.

1. Gather, synthesize, and present data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making.

2. Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and industry trends that could inform strategy development.

3. Analyze key performance metrics and prepare reports to measure project success.

1. Actively participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and training programs to develop your expertise in growth strategy development and project execution.

2. Contribute to building dentsu Strategy, including supporting thought leadership, sales and marketing initiatives, and industry events such as training programs.

Qualifications & Experience

1. Up to 3 years of experience in business analytics, management consulting or a related field (internships or other growth-related roles are a plus).

2. Strong analytical skills and ability to turn data and research into actionable insights, and a keen interest in data-driven decision-making.

3. Basic understanding of marketing, growth, and customer acquisition strategies – or a strong desire to learn.

4. Excellent stakeholder management and communications skills in Norwegian and English, with a proactive and collaborative approach.

5. A curious, self-driven mindset with a strong desire for continuous growth in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

This role is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in growth strategy and execution, with the opportunity to develop into a Growth Manager over time. As part of our team, you'll help shape the future of dentsu Strategy while growing your career in an ambitious, high-trust and results-oriented environment.

About Dentsu:

As an employee at dentsu, you become part of a global consulting and agency group, and a leading professional environment in modern marketing. We are 250 specialists in Norway and have 70,000 employees in around 120 countries. We are gathered in dentsu house at Kristian Augusts gate 23 in central Oslo, and are Norway's largest integrated professional environment within analysis, strategy, creativity, media, and digital customer experiences (CXM).

You will work in an environment where opportunities are many, and your skills will have a meaningful impact on our clients. You will have the chance to collaborate with skilled colleagues and work with exciting clients and professional challenges.

We have high expectations and much to offer. As one of our employees, you will benefit from:

• Employee development through development programs and individual courses and certifications.

• A social and inclusive environment.

• Competitive compensation packages.

• Excellent pension and insurance schemes.

• Subsidized staff restaurant.

• Company cabin at Hafjell.

• Subsidized gym memberships and other fitness activities.

• Flexible home office arrangements.

• Discounts and special offers with partner companies.

Is this an exciting opportunity? Send us your application today We review applications continuously, and suitable candidates will be contacted for interviews on an ongoing basis.

If you have questions about the position, please contact Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Maria K. Cederbrand, at maria.cederbrand@dentsu.com

Location: Oslo

Brand: Dentsu

Time Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent