Account Associate Integrated Communications

Real Chemistry; Manchester, Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare marketing agency is looking for an Account Associate in Manchester. This role provides an opportunity to work on exciting projects within the healthcare sector, requiring strong communication skills and a passion for marketing. Responsibilities include supporting communications and project management, drafting client materials, and media outreach. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and is organized, eager to learn, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. Join us for a rewarding career in transforming healthcare.

Benefits

Generous holiday and paid time off

Options for private medical, dental, and vision plans

Access to online classes with LinkedIn Learning

Qualifications

• Strong interest in healthcare marketing through studies or work experience.
• Good understanding of social media for communications.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support team communications across all accounts.
• Manage client account materials.
• Draft content for press releases and infographics.

Skills

Knowledge of healthcare marketing

Strong written and oral communication

Project management

Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Relevant degree in a science subject or communications/marketing

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Account Associate - Integrated Communications

London - UK; Manchester - UK

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.

Our #LifeatRealChem culture is rooted in our people—we believe we are best together and are committed to excellence for both our clients and colleagues. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, if you share our passion for healthcare and connection, we invite you to explore our opportunities.

Discover your purpose. Embrace innovation. Experience #LifeatRealChem.

Job Summary

Real Chemistry is looking for an Account Associate to join our growing team! We are currently seeking an Account Associate with enthusiasm to learn and embrace a career in healthcare marketing communications. The position offers a great opportunity for an individual with a passion for healthcare to work with leading clients in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices, and health IT fields.

Responsibilities

• Support the team on internal and external communications across all Real Chemistry accounts.
• Demonstrate strong project management capability and interest in healthcare communications.
• Provide client and account management for all communications materials.
• Draft content for client materials such as press releases, infographics, and fact sheets.
• Incorporate client edits into documents and materials.
• Support media monitoring needs for clients.
• Develop and manage media lists for clients.
• Conduct media outreach for clients.
• Support research needs.
• Liaise with third‑party vendors (e.g., printers) to support client needs.
• Manage timelines and project trackers to ensure deliverables and deadlines are met.
• Stay on top of relevant trends and flag to managers and clients as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and interest in healthcare marketing (academic studies or work experience).
• Relevant degree in a science subject or communications/marketing.
• Good understanding of social media vehicles and comfort managing and drafting communications around them.
• Interest in corporate accounts within the healthcare sector and willingness to learn and grow.
• Open‑minded, eager to learn, high energy, and able to operate in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Highly organised with mindful deadlines, ability to manage multiple tasks, and strong attention to detail.
• Independent thinker confident in taking ownership of assets and material development, while being a team player who enjoys collaboration.
• Professional presence, sense of urgency, and client‑service orientation.
• Confidence to manage upward, communicating with managers when issues arise.
• Strong written, oral, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), particularly PowerPoint.

Benefits

Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks tailored to your region. Benefits include generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vision plans, support for saving for the future, mental wellness coaching, and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning. For more information, visit www.realchemistrybenefits.com.

Working with Real HART: We have office locations in the US, UK, and Europe. Employees within an hour of an office are expected to attend in‑office two days per week. Remote employees meet quarterly for collaboration. Our Real Hybrid and Regional Teams (Real HART) approach supports flexibility while fostering connection.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. We encourage motivated and qualified applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Real Chemistry operates. Should you require accommodations throughout the interview process please let your recruiter know.