Account Director – Healthcare PR

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Account Director to lead impactful projects in healthcare communications. This role offers the chance to manage a talented team while driving strategic initiatives for a flagship account. With a focus on healthcare and wellness, you will engage with clients to understand their business challenges and deliver exceptional results. The agency boasts a hybrid work model and a commitment to employee wellbeing, providing private medical insurance and robust pension contributions. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare communications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Robust pension contributions

Employee wellbeing program

Inclusive shared parental leave benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in healthcare PR agencies or with pharma clients.
• Prior management experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor your team to deliver exceptional results.
• Advise clients on strategic communications and business objectives.

Skills

Healthcare PR

Media Relations

Leadership

Strategic Communications

Education

Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

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Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

26

Posted:

22.03.2025

Expiry Date:

06.05.2025

Job Description:

If you’re eager to accelerate your leadership journey and oversee impactful projects within one of the industry’s most acclaimed healthcare PR/communications teams, this opportunity may be ideal for you. As an Account Director, you’ll be responsible for directly managing a team of 4-5 junior colleagues and spearheading initiatives for one of our agency’s flagship accounts. In addition to a stimulating work environment, the agency offers a comprehensive employee wellbeing program, private medical insurance, robust pension contributions, and inclusive shared parental leave benefits as tokens of their appreciation for their employees' hard work and innovation.

The PR agency:

• A globally renowned communications agency with a stellar reputation
• Boasting an extensive international presence, this agency attracts top talent and consistently delivers award-winning campaigns
• The varied work in their healthcare division ensures you’ll be at the forefront of groundbreaking work in health and science
• A hybrid work model ensures you can achieve a work/life balance that works for you, and a new high-end office building ensures you have all the tools and environments so that the team can produce the best work possible as well as hosting fun events and social activities

Responsibilities of the Account Director:

• Lead and mentor your team to deliver exceptional results while advising clients on strategic communications and business objectives
• Cultivate a deep understanding of clients’ businesses and industry challenges in health and pharma
• Serve as a confident presenter, including during new business pitches
• Utilize strong media relations skills to effectively convey compelling stories and engage with media and influencers

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in healthcare PR agencies or working with pharmaceutical/healthcare clients
• Prior management experience would be a bonus
• Passion for healthcare, wellness, and a keen interest in science

This is an exceptional opportunity if you are ready to take your career to new heights and make a meaningful impact in healthcare communications.