Pharma Copy ACD — Lead Breakthrough Creative

Avalere; Greater London, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 113,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Life insurance and disability coverage

Flexible hybrid/remote working

Health plans (medical, dental, vision)

Global mobility opportunities

Job summary

Avalere Health is seeking an Associate Creative Director, Copy to lead a team of art directors, copywriters and strategists in delivering a range of pharma-focused communications. You will ensure copy, design and UX align with strategic insights across projects.

You will drive writing quality, mentor juniors, and manage multiple brands with a focus on client outcomes, profitability, and strong collaboration with teams globally.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years creative copywriting experience, with at least 3 years in writing for pharma.
• Experience in leading teams and mentoring junior creatives.
• Demonstrates ability to direct writing and design of interactive, motion and print projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver breakthrough creative work, while influencing your peers.
• Lead projects from conception to completion.
• Understand strategic and financial goals for clients and AH.
• Master the clinical data and competitive landscape associated with your brands/account.
• Actively participate in staffing and evaluating the scope of work.
• Champion creativity by frequently sharing inspiring work.
• Develop and/or strengthen client relationships.
• Share the spotlight so that junior creatives can shine.
• Manage delegation and workflow on multiple projects/brands.
• Empower others to reach their full potential.
• Manage multiple teams and multiple work streams efficiently, effectively, and profitably.
• Communicate actively with project teams to keep deliverables on track and on schedule.

Skills

Copywriting

Team leadership

Mentoring

Strategic storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in advertising/marketing/writing

Job description

Avalere Health is seeking an Associate Creative Director, Copy to lead a team of art directors, copywriters and strategists in delivering a range of pharma-focused communications. You will ensure copy, design and UX align with strategic insights across projects.

You will drive writing quality, mentor juniors, and manage multiple brands with a focus on client outcomes, profitability, and strong collaboration with teams globally.