Senior Vice President OR Vice President, Strategic Planner - Healthcare

Fleishman Hillard and Porter Novelli are coming together as one integrated agency under the Fleishman Hillard banner, bringing together two industry-leading teams to create something even stronger. Our combination provides more of what clients need right now: teams with deeper sector expertise, faster access to solutions, and the precision to handle complex, mission-critical assignments. Together, we are one of the industry’s leading communications consultancies, with pronounced strength in health & life sciences, technology, financial services, social impact, and public sector, among others.

Are you ready to take the helm of strategic planning for a pioneering healthcare neurology brand franchise? We’re on the hunt for a visionary Strategic Planner. Someone with a brilliant mind, a heart for impactful work, and the experience to back it all up. This isn’t just any role. It’s the golden ticket for those passionate about blending creativity, strategy and proactive business partnership in the high stakes, high-reward world of healthcare communications. You’ll be asked to make “health more human.” You’ll orchestrate the strategic direction for a leading neurology brand, translating complex challenges into compelling narratives and actionable strategies. This role is a blend of art and science – requiring a deep understanding of the healthcare and neurology landscapes, patient journeys, and the ability to unearth insights that resonate. You'll be at the forefront, steering projects that have the power to make a genuine difference in people’s lives and drive brand growth.

What you will be doing:

• Lead the strategic planning process, from insight generation to strategy development for both the brands and the above-brand, flagship neurology franchise.
• Dive deep into neurology healthcare trends, patient needs, and market dynamics to inform innovative strategies.
• Collaborate closely with creative, account, data/insights, and digital teams to ensure strategies are insight-driven and creatively compelling.
• Present and defend your strategies to internal teams and clients with confidence, clarity, and charisma.
• Develop and facilitate effective team brainstorms, client-facing workshops and planning exercises.
• Keep your finger on the pulse of emerging trends in healthcare, communications, and culture to keep our brand ahead of the curve.
• Jump in on new business pitches and pitch to win.

The Experience that will contribute to your success:

• You’ve had 7-10 years’ experience as a strategic planner – in an agency setting – neurology experience a huge plus.
• Your passion and expertise lie in healthcare and neurology, both HCP and DTC.
• You have empathy for the audiences we serve and the colleagues we collaborate with.
• You have a track record of developing impactful brand strategies that drive growth and engagement.
• You brilliantly balance analytical thinking and creative storytelling.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $140,000 - $180,000 for a Vice President role and $200,000 - $270,000 for a Senior Vice President. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Benefits at Porter Novelli include a range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and generous paid time off benefits are also available.

Benefits:

• Medical & Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k (with discretionary employer match)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
• 14.5 Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Family Forming Benefits
• Wellness Benefit
• Hybrid Working Environment (2 days remote, 3 days in office)

Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Porter Novelli is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment against any person on account of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other eligible veteran, age, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental handicap unrelated in nature and extent to an individual's ability to perform a job or any other characteristic protected by the employment discrimination laws in any state or political subdivision in which Porter Novelli does business.