Group Director, Biotech

At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn’t just an aspiration—it’s our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human‑centred creativity, and AI‑driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact‑obsessed. As a global agency, we provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.

Real Chemistry is looking for a Group Director to manage client relationships on large or multiple engagements. The Group Director serves as a trusted partner to clients, not only in relation to what Real Chemistry can offer them, but in understanding the market and identifying solutions to business problems.

• Manage multiple client engagements of varying sizes in a fast‑paced environment.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional client‑relationship skills.
• Seamlessly flex between big‑picture strategic development/ad‑hoc guidance and assure execution of associated tactics are flawless.
• Guide the client(s) on integrated marketing/communications decisions, identifying new opportunities to flourish their brand.
• Maintain and cultivate relationships with key media channels to ensure our services are executed strategically and appropriately.
• Develop high‑level and persuasive communications plans (annual, quarterly, etc.).
• Lead operational efforts and be accountable for the financial performance of engagements through close management of budgets and team members.
• Manage client budgets, budget tracking, staffing and billability.
• Ensure the quality of the account team(s) is held to the highest standard and that all client requests are handled in a strategic and timely manner.
• Partner with shared‑service leads to run and grow integrated business (social media/digital, creative), and to develop new business opportunities.
• Directly supervise account staff and promote continuous learning and development to help build a high‑performing culture.

• Our company values – Best Together, Impact‑Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always – and Accountability with an “I” – really speak to you.
• You are adaptable, resilient, and OK with adjusting your scope, responsibilities, and focus as we grow.
• You are proactive, driven, and resourceful with strong prioritization skills and a desire to dive into the data.
• You are highly organized, a self‑starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a Public Relations agency or client side.
• Experience working with clients within the Healthcare industry.
• An understanding of how to integrate investor relations with public relations; basic knowledge of financial communications.
• Experience in data communications and complex scientific storytelling.
• Ability to engage directly with senior level (often C‑suite) clients.
• Understanding of the ever‑changing digital landscape.
• Exceptional presentation skills — both verbal and written, formal and informal.
• Highly organized, proactive and a critical, creative thinker under pressure.
• Project management experience, demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, prioritize and manage detailed budgets.
• Supervisory skills, with ability to manage and cultivate junior staff and effectively collaborate with subcontractors.
• Positive, team‑oriented attitude.
• Demonstrated experience developing direct reports and influence‑managing matrixed teams a must.
• Exceptional organizational skills leading to flawless execution of tactical plans is required.

Pay Range: $140,000 – $150,000. Comprehensive benefit program including health, dental, vision, paid time off, wellness coaching, and access to online learning.

Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise, to make our team the best in the industry.