Associate Director, Project Management

WebMD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare information provider is seeking an experienced Associate Director of Project Management to lead global digital initiatives for pharmaceutical clients. The ideal candidate will have 7–10+ years in project management, with a track record of managing teams and delivering complex programmes. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects that influence healthcare education and to grow a talented project management team in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years in project management within med comms, medical education, or pharma agencies.
• Experienced in managing teams and mentoring project management talent.
• Strong communicator and collaborator with a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of project managers across multiple client programmes.
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of digital Medical Affairs initiatives.
• Drive operational excellence and champion continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Knowledge of global pharma regulations

Job description

WebMD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, medical condition, disability, veterans status, or any other basis protected by law.

Associate Director, Project Management – WebMD/Medscape Medical Affairs

Are you a seasoned digital project manager or former account director from a med comms or medical education agency? Do you thrive on leading complex digital programmes that make a real impact in healthcare? WebMD/Medscape Medical Affairs is looking for a strategic, hands‑on Associate Director, Project Management to drive flawless delivery of global digital programmes for top pharmaceutical clients.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of project managers across multiple client programmes.
• Oversee end‑to‑end delivery of digital Medical Affairs initiatives, including education hubs, videos, slide decks, email campaigns, and live/virtual meeting content.
• Collaborate closely with Account Management, Editorial, Scientific, Creative, and global teams to ensure client priorities are met on time and on budget.
• Drive operational excellence—streamline processes, maintain compliance, and champion continuous improvement.
• Act as a senior escalation point for project challenges, risk management, and resource alignment.

Who You Are:

• 7–10+ years in project management within med comms, medical education, or pharma agencies, ideally with digital programme experience.
• Experienced in managing teams and mentoring PM talent.
• Comfortable translating client priorities into actionable plans while keeping projects on track.
• Strong communicator, collaborator, and problem‑solver with a proactive mindset.
• Knowledgeable about global pharma regulations (ABPI, EMA) and able to navigate complex, cross‑functional environments across multiple time zones.

Why Join Us:

• Work on innovative digital programmes that reach healthcare professionals worldwide.
• Lead and grow a talented PM team in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Be part of a respected brand in Medical Affairs and make an impact on the future of digital healthcare education.