Senior Medical Writer in London

About Ogilvy

Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture‐changing, value‐driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities.

Senior Medical Writer – Ogilvy Health (London or Manchester)

Ogilvy Health is looking for a talented and experienced Senior Medical Writer to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a cornerstone of our medical education and communications efforts, working on high‐impact projects that truly make a difference. We work on a hybrid basis and are open to candidates based in either our vibrant London or thriving Manchester campuses.

About The Role

This role is a chance to immerse yourself in strategically important accounts, working across diverse project types within an integrated MedEd and brand communications team. You will be responsible for developing and delivering scientifically rigorous and engaging content, influencing healthcare professionals and advancing medical understanding. You will play a pivotal role in a fast‐paced environment, creating a broad spectrum of materials – from high‐level scientific concepts for global congresses to patient education resources.

What You Will Bring

• A Life Sciences background providing a robust scientific foundation.
• Significant Medical Communications Agency experience with a proven track record of at least several years within the industry.
• Broad therapeutic area acumen – deep understanding of disease specifics, treatment options, patient pathways, drug mechanisms of action, and complex scientific data across multiple areas.
• Pharmaceutical industry insight – comprehensive knowledge of the drug development process in both pre‐ and post‐launch environments.
• Content delivery excellence – consistent ability to produce scientifically accurate content that consistently meets client objectives, budgets, and timelines.
• High‐science storytelling – experience crafting sophisticated scientific content on disease states, unmet needs, and clinical data, often collaborating with top‐tier Key Opinion Leaders for presentations at major scientific congresses.
• Collaborative spirit – history of successfully working with a variety of external clinical experts.
• Research prowess – proficiency in conducting thorough literature searches using various databases (e.g., familiarity with PubMed MeSH search terms and tools like PubReMiner).
• Regulatory savvy – strong knowledge of and adherence to key ethical and regulatory guidelines, including ABPI guidelines.
• Statistical understanding – working knowledge of statistical analyses to interpret and communicate data effectively.
• Not essential but please flag if you have experience within immunology, dermatology or neuroscience.

Our Culture And Benefits

At Ogilvy Health, we believe in the power of "making brands matter" for health. You will be part of a global network renowned for creativity and strategic thinking, where your work will have a tangible impact on healthcare. Join a friendly, non‐hierarchical, and eclectic team united by a shared commitment to doing the best work of our lives. Beyond client work, you will have opportunities to engage with our vibrant culture and social teams, and contribute to our fantastic DEI initiatives, championing diversity across our agency and industry.

• We offer a flexible working hybrid model: a minimum of 2 days in the office (all‐agency anchor days) and 3 days working remotely from wherever you work best.
• 25 days holiday + your birthday off and a paid volunteering day – you can also purchase up to an additional 5 days per year.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• A generous pension scheme – you pay in 4%, we pay 6%, following probation contributions are matched up to 10.5% (17.5% total).
• Choose from either Private Medical Cover (Bupa from day one) OR Dental cover OR a monthly leisure allowance of £45 to spend on your health & wellbeing.
• A fantastic Employee Assistance Programme provided by Telus offering brilliant support, expert advice and specialist counselling.
• Help at Hand – quick free access to a remote GP, mental health support, physio or a medical 2nd opinion.
• Free 1‐2‐1 Coaching – online coaching for your professional or personal growth provided by Thrive Partners.
• A comprehensive Learning & Development programme.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular 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. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.