Medical Copywriter

Accenture PLC; Montreal; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Song in Canada seeks a passionate pharma copy expert with regulatory compliance know-how to develop persuasive copy for patients and healthcare providers. You will bridge business goals with audience needs and collaborate with art directors and designers.

You’ll own copy across print and digital, ensure FDA/PAAB alignment, and drive engagement through clear, compelling language. A portfolio of life sciences work and 3+ years of medical copy experience, plus English proficiency, are

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of medical copy development experience.
• Portfolio showcasing life sciences copy for print and digital.
• Experience creating campaigns and educational materials for pharmaceutical brands.
• Hands-on experience creating compliance-ready content for FDA submission.
• English required for interaction with stakeholders across Canada and the US.
• Minimum a high school diploma or GED/CAEC.

Responsibilities

• Creative Content Development: Conceptualize and produce compelling copy that drives action for print and digital channels.
• Strategic Presentation: Present ideas with clarity and explain the strategy behind the copy.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure copy complies with FDA and PAAB requirements.
• Brand Alignment: Align copy with brand guidelines for target audiences.
• Revisions and Timelines: Revise copy based on client, account, and compliance feedback while meeting deadlines.
• Generative AI Integration: Utilize Gen AI platforms and tools to enhance content creation.
• SEO Optimization: Develop SEO-focused content for digital channels.

Skills

Medical copy development

Regulatory compliance

Portfolio

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We Are:

Accenture Song accelerates growth and unlocks value for clients through sustained customer relevance. We combine imagination, technology, and intelligence to help organizations innovate at the speed of life. Our end-to-end capabilities span growth strategy, product and experience design, creative marketing, media and campaign orchestration, and powerful technology platforms. Backed by deep industry expertise and strong client partnerships, we help transform businesses, delivering meaningful customer experiences and driving measurable results. More information can be found at: www.accenture.com/song.

We Are:

Accenture Song accelerates growth and unlocks value for clients through sustained customer relevance. We combine imagination, technology, and intelligence to help organizations innovate at the speed of life. Our end-to-end capabilities span growth strategy, product and experience design, creative marketing, media and campaign orchestration, and powerful technology platforms. Backed by deep industry expertise and strong client partnerships, we help transform businesses, delivering meaningful customer experiences and driving measurable results. More information can be found at: www.accenture.com/song.

At Accenture Song, no day is ever the same, and that’s exactly why so many people love working here. From collaborating on cutting-edge initiatives to making an impact through creativity and innovation, our dynamic environment offers infinite opportunities to push boundaries and make a difference.

We value curiosity and agility—and thrive in an atmosphere where challenges fuel personal growth.

You Are:

A passionate copy expert that is well versed in pharma regulatory compliance. You know how to get patients and health care providers to act through your creative understanding of bridging business objectives with audience needs. You consider yourself as a self-starter who writes clear, engaging content in a variety of voices and tones. A natural communicator who is adept at capturing interest and building trust.

You have experience with developing copy for the life sciences industry, across brands and manufacturers. You know how to collaborate and innovate with Art Directors, Designers and brands to take content to the next level and grow engagement numbers through creating relevant experiences. Listen deeply. Be creative. Execute.

If you have a passion for making a difference in patients’ and HCPs lives and can thrive in a fluid, fast-paced, energetic environment, we’d love to talk to you!

The Work:

• Creative Content Development: Conceptualize and produce compelling copy that drives action for both print and digital channels, ensuring alignment with key strategic objectives.
• Strategic Presentation: Present ideas and creative solutions with clarity, showcasing the strategy behind your work and explaining how the copy achieves intended outcomes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Own copy creation from inception to execution, collaborating closely with account teams, design teams, and clients. Ensure compliance with FDA and/or PAAB requirements, annotating claims with appropriate research and maintaining impeccable grammar and spelling throughout.
• Brand Alignment: Leverage brand guidelines to ensure coherence in tone, voice, and segmentation for targeted customer experiences.
• Revisions and Timelines: Revise copy based on client, account, and compliance team feedback while adhering to schedule requirements, ensuring high-quality deliverables meet deadlines.
• Generative AI Integration: Utilize Gen AI platforms and tools where applicable to enhance content creation processes.
• SEO Optimization: Develop SEO-focused content to amplify discoverability and rankings across digital channels.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• Minimum of 3 years of medical copy development expertise, with success in crafting persuasive content for diverse healthcare audiences (HCPs, patients, caregivers, etc.).
• Include your creative portfolio showcasing your expertise in both print and digital channels. Your portfolio should highlight your ability to craft work that drives action and delivers impactful results.
• In-depth experience creating impactful campaigns and educational materials tailored for pharmaceutical brands.
• Ability to work within teams, manage timelines and deliver high quality work.
• Hands‑on experience creating compliance‑ready content for FDA submission.
• English is required for this position as this role will regularly interact with stakeholders across Canada, US and other countries across our Global footprint where English is the common language. Due to the significant high volume of interactions with these English‑speaking stakeholders, which is inherent to this position, it is not possible to reorganize the company's activities to avoid this requirement.
• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED/CAEC.

Bonus Points If:

• A university degree in a relevant field.
• Familiarity with PAAB guidelines for content development.
• Hands‑on experience working with vaccine brands and products.
• A deep understanding of motivating and engaging HCPs and patient audiences to drive meaningful action and connection.
• A developed eye for visual composition and design, complementing your copywriting skills to execute bold creative visions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of pharma regulatory compliance, with expertise in developing a broad range of HCP and patient‑facing materials.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation, based on full-time employment, for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

The recruiting efforts for this position are intended to fill a brand new position.

The base pay range shown below is intended as a guideline to reflect the majority of offers for this role.

It does not represent a maximum limit — in some cases, actual compensation may exceed the range where appropriate.

Information on benefits is here.

Role Location Hourly Salary Range

British Columbia/Ontario/New Brunswick $30.60 to $54.64

• FY27