Associate Director (Earned Media)

realchemistry; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free snacks

Generous holiday

Private medical

LinkedIn Learning access

Mental wellness coaching

Job summary

Real Chemistry is seeking a Group Director (Earned Media) to lead our earned media strategy for pharmaceutical clients within the Integrated Communications group. You will steer client services, oversee project delivery, and build relationships with editors and journalists across UK, European, and global media.

The role requires proven health PR leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams to pursue new business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in health PR at Associate Director/Director/Senior AD level and ready to lead.
• Strong earned media and media-strategy expertise.
• Proven relationships with trade and national press.
• Experience with pharma/biotech/med tech clients.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and support new business initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop earned media strategy for multiple clients and accounts.
• Oversee execution of earned media strategy across accounts.
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients and media.
• Build relationships with UK/European/global media contacts.
• Support and supervise media team, driving high performance.

Skills

Earned media strategy

Press relationships

Pharma/biotech clients

Cross-functional teamwork

New business support

Job description

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.

Real Chemistry is a global health innovation company with offices across EMEA, APAC and the US. We believe that the way to real, transformative change is through the uncommon combination of disciplines, technologies, and our greatest asset - our people. We are currently looking to add to our alchemic mix of more than 1,800 talented professionals. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-growing global company committed to making the world a healthier place for all.

Job Summary:

Real Chemistry is currently seeking a Group Director (Earned Media) to join their specialised earned media team, within their Integrated Communications business. We're looking for someone with solid client services experience with pharmaceutical clients, who can lead earned media strategy and oversee project execution across multiple client accounts and new business opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop earned media strategy for multiple clients and accounts
• Oversee execution of earned media strategy for multiple clients and accounts
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with journalists and key contacts within UK, European and Global media
• Ensure the quality of the media team is held to the highest standard and that all client requests are handled in a strategic and timely manner
• Partner with account leads to run and grow integrated business and to develop new business opportunities
• Directly supervise part of the media team and promote continuous learning and development to help build a high performing culture

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in a health PR agency, as an Associate Director, Director or Senior Account Director looking to step up.
• Strong experience and/or specialism within Earned Media and Media Strategy
• Demonstrable relationships with the key trade and national press
• Experience working with pharma/biotech/med tech clients
• Ability to work within cross-functional teams internally in order to deliver outstanding client work
• Ability to support and drive new business operations alone and as part of bigger team

Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work Profile here .

We believe we can do our best when feeling our best, which is why we've put together a benefits program designed to give you the support you and your family need at every stage of life. Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, tailored to your region. Globally, this includes offices in our key markets with free snacks to keep you running all day long, generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vison plans, and support in saving for the future. Other perks include mental wellness coaching and support and access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning. Learn more about our great benefits and perks and search specific offerings in your region at: www.realchemistrybenefits.com .

At Real Chemistry, we believe we're at our best when we're connected. Our Real Hybrid and Regional Teams (Real HART) approach is designed to foster collaboration, learning, innovation, and meaningful relationships while providing flexibility where appropriate. Because our workforce spans multiple countries, regions, and client needs, work arrangements may vary by role and location. Some positions offer hybrid or remote flexibility, while others require regular in-office presence. For example, certain teams and regions, including some of our UK operations, have office-based requirements. Your recruiter will discuss the specific expectations for the role you're pursuing during the interview process and keep you informed throughout the hiring journey. For employees located within a one-hour commute of a Real Chemistry office, we require in-person attendance two days per week, either from a Real Chemistry office or when working onsite with clients. Employees in regions without a nearby office may work remote