Medical Writer 2

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global healthcare communications agency is seeking a skilled Medical Writer 2 to join their Medical team. This role involves developing scientifically accurate content across various therapeutic areas, managing projects, and mentoring junior colleagues. Candidates should possess relevant experience, a life sciences degree, and excellent attention to detail. The position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous holiday allowance

Private medical insurance

Ongoing professional training

Qualifications

• Relevant medical writing experience within a medical communications environment.
• Ability to adapt writing style to varied audiences.
• Excellent attention to detail and compliance awareness.
• Confident communicator with solid interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and transform complex scientific data into engaging content.
• Participate in client meetings to refine project briefs.
• Manage small to medium-sized projects with timelines and budgets.
• Provide guidance to junior writers.
• Ensure all outputs meet quality standards.

Skills

Medical writing experience

Knowledge of therapy areas

Strong scientific background

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Life sciences degree

MSc or PhD (desirable)

Job description

Location: London, UK (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)

Industry: Medical Communications / Pharmaceuticals

Employment Type: Full-time | Hybrid

About the Role

A leading global healthcare communications agency is seeking a skilled and motivated Medical Writer 2 to join their Medical team.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing scientifically accurate, strategically aligned content across a variety of therapeutic areas, ensuring deliverables meet the highest quality standards. You will work closely with clients, contribute to project strategy, and support junior colleagues, all within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Independently interpret and transform complex scientific data into clear, accurate, and engaging content across multiple accounts and formats.
• Participate in client meetings to refine project briefs, ensuring clarity, strategic alignment, and quality.
• Manage small to medium-sized projects, monitoring progress, timelines, budgets, and flagging scope changes when necessary.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior writers, fostering professional growth and best practice.
• Maintain exceptional editorial and quality control standards, ensuring all outputs align with client brand strategies and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project delivery, meeting deadlines and objectives.
• Stay informed on relevant therapy area developments, industry trends, and regulatory guidelines.
• Contribute to internal initiatives such as training, CSR, and knowledge-sharing activities.

Requirements

• Relevant medical writing experience within a medical communications, pharmaceutical, or healthcare environment.
• Broad knowledge of therapy areas, with the ability to adapt writing style to varied audiences.
• Strong scientific background (life sciences degree required; MSc or PhD desirable).
• Excellent attention to detail, quality control, and compliance awareness.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Confident communicator with solid interpersonal skills, including client-facing experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working model (3 days onsite in London).
• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous holiday allowance, increasing with length of service.
• Private medical insurance (including family cover), pension contribution, and income protection.
• Ongoing professional training and career development opportunities.
• Supportive, inclusive culture with a focus on wellbeing and team collaboration.

If you are a passionate medical writer with a strong scientific background and an eye for detail, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a forward-thinking, people-focused agency. Apply now to learn more.

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Created on 22/08/2025 by JR United Kingdom