Associate Director (MedComms) - 10 Month FTC

Havas Group; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health communications agency is seeking an Associate Director with a background in Medical Communications. This pivotal role focuses on strategic thinking and exceptional client service, managing a small portfolio of healthcare accounts on a fixed-term contract. Ideal candidates are experienced leaders enthusiastic about mentoring teams and driving business growth.

Qualifications

• At least one year as a Senior Account Director in healthcare communications.
• Experience in MedComms projects and client interactions.
• Strong ability to foster team culture and drive business growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction for multiple client accounts.
• Manage and mentor account teams.
• Ensure financial health of accounts through accurate forecasting.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Client leadership

Team mentoring

Financial acumen

Detail-oriented

Job description

Agency :

Havas SO

Job Description :

We’re not just another health communications agency. We’re a multi-expertise collective of strategists, creatives, and problem-solvers - built for clients that refuse to settle.

For clients ready to break through today’s complex health challenges, we’re the ones who make it happen. Fast, frictionless, and future-ready, we break down traditional communications siloes, and craft solutions that are always audience and creative-first.

With the unprecedented disruption taking place in our industry today, we don’t believe in formulas: No communications stone left unturned, no opportunity wasted, just smart, integrated communications built for the modern world.

Summary of our Role

We’re looking for an Associate Director with a Medical Communications / Science background to join us on a ten-month fixed term contract. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on strategic thinking, and client leadership. You’ll be responsible for driving business growth and delivering exceptional client service across a small portfolio of healthcare accounts.

What You Can Expect to Be Doing:

• Leading strategic direction across multiple client accounts
  Providing senior counsel and building trusted client relationships
• Overseeing the development of integrated communications programmes
• Managing and mentoring account teams, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence
• Driving organic growth and leading new business pitches
• Ensuring financial health of accounts through accurate forecasting and budget management
• Championing innovation and best practices across the agency
• Staying ahead of industry trends, regulatory changes, and healthcare developments

This Role Could Be a Great Fit for You If:

• You have at least one year of experience as a Senior Account Director in a healthcare communications agency and significant experience working on MedComms projects
• You’re a natural leader with a passion for mentoring and motivating teams
• You’re commercially savvy with strong financial and business acumen
• You’re confident in high-level client interactions and strategic planning
• You’re detail-oriented, assertive, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• You’re excited by the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare communications

Contract Type :

Temporary

Here at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job.