At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic healthcare communications for top pharmaceutical clients and mentor account teams.
- Company: Growing independent healthcare communications agency with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, 31 days leave, private healthcare, and career development.
- Other info: Join a high-performing team and enjoy excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape agency growth and make a real impact on patient outcomes.
- Qualifications: Degree in life sciences and 7+ years in healthcare communications.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Account Director to join a growing independent healthcare communications agency. You'll lead strategic communications programmes for leading pharmaceutical clients, combining scientific expertise with client leadership to deliver high-impact projects that improve patient outcomes.
Everything you need to know about the role:
- Lead a portfolio of healthcare communications accounts across multiple therapy areas
- Build trusted relationships with pharmaceutical clients and senior stakeholders
- Develop scientific content for HCP meetings, educational materials and promotional campaigns
- Translate complex clinical data into clear, engaging communications
- Lead, mentor and develop account teams
- Oversee budgets, timelines and project delivery
- Support new business activity and agency growth
Experience and qualities that make you a strong fit:
- Degree qualified in a life sciences subject
- 7+ years' healthcare communications agency experience
- Proven experience leading pharmaceutical client accounts
- Scientific writing and content development skills
- Confident leading teams, projects and client relationships
- Excellent organisational, commercial and project management skills
- Collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused
What's on offer:
- Competitive salary with annual review
- Hybrid and flexible remote working
- 31 days annual leave (including Christmas closure)
- Private healthcare and pension
- Annual wellbeing and learning allowance
- Bonus scheme and excellent career development opportunities
If you're an experienced healthcare communications leader looking for greater autonomy, the opportunity to shape agency growth and work with a collaborative, high-performing team, I'd love to hear from you. Please apply below or send your CV to louise@carrotrecruitment.com.
Senior Account Director - Account Leadership and Scientific Oversight in England employer: Carrot Group
Join a dynamic and independent healthcare communications agency that prioritises employee growth and well-being. As a Senior Account Director, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. With ample opportunities for career development and a focus on improving patient outcomes, this role offers a meaningful and rewarding career path in a thriving environment.
