Associate Editorial Supervisor

BGB Group; Canada; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare communications agency in Canada is looking for an Associate Editorial Supervisor to oversee workflow and manage staff across multiple brands. The ideal candidate will have a degree in English or a related field, strong knowledge of AMA style, and the ability to manage multiple projects. Responsibilities include editing and proofreading materials targeted at healthcare professionals and supporting training initiatives. This role offers a competitive salary of CAD 100,000 - 130,000.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of AMA style and industry regulations (FDA, OPDP, etc.).
• Experience working in a fast-paced agency or medical communications setting.
• Ability to manage multiple products efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workflow and manage staff and freelance across multiple brands.
• Edit, fact-check, and proofread promotional and educational materials.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and internal teams.

Skills

Leadership and communication

Attention to detail

Knowledge of AMA style

Organizational skills

Curiosity in medical topics

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in English, Journalism, Life Sciences, or related field

Job description

Our Agency BGB Group is a healthcare communications agency that offers a wide range of services, including traditional pharmaceutical advertising, promotional medical education, payer marketing, and consulting services. Known for excellence and professionalism, we’re hired as strategic and creative partners by our biopharmaceutical clients to drive category/brand awareness and growth.

BGB Group Associate Editorial Supervisor

Position Overview The Associate Editorial Supervisor oversees workflow and begins to oversee staff and freelance across multiple brands. They also lead the editorial process, provide constructive feedback and evaluate work. They are highly skilled in managing brands and clients, cultivating relationships, and enhancing their reputation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with editing, fact-checking, and proofreading a range of promotional and educational materials targeted at healthcare professionals, physicians, and patients, from manuscript through prepress.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while overseeing the work of junior editors and freelancers.
• Help triage print and digital materials, providing guidance on routing and suggesting improvements for efficient workflow.
• Develop a strong understanding of various brands' science, competitors, client style, and relevant editorial standards, including AMA style, grammar, and usage.
• Begin to manage the timing and quality control of editorial projects, ensuring accurate copy editing, styling, and fact-checking processes are followed.
• Participate in performance reviews, learning to guide team members through goal-setting and offering hands-on support in their professional development.
• Support training initiatives on Best Practices, quality improvement, and effective use of editorial tools and technology.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and internal teams to ensure smooth editorial operations.
• Represent the Editorial department in client meetings, including Agency Day events and tours, supporting the team’s presence and client engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in English, Journalism, Life Sciences, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of AMA style and industry regulations (FDA, OPDP, etc.).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced agency or medical communications setting.
• Organization, attention to detail, and the ability to oversee and handle numerous products at once essential.
• Curiosity/interest in medical topics essential.

Salary Range $100,000 - $130,000 CAD. The salary range represents what a potential hire may expect to earn in this role. Actual salary decisions will be influenced by several factors that we use to determine overall fit.

BGB Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any category or class of person protected by law.