Principal Medical Writer

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Principal Medical Writer to lead the development of scientific content and manage a talented team. This role is crucial for designing innovative medical education programmes, ensuring high-quality scientific output, and engaging with clients and experts. The company values diversity and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the field of medical writing and enjoy leading teams, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus birthday off

Paid volunteering day

Enhanced parental leave

Generous pension scheme

Private medical or dental cover

Monthly leisure allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Remote GP and mental health support

Free online coaching

Qualifications

• Extensive agency experience as a Senior Medical Writer.
• Proven track record in scientific and editorial leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design and create medical education programmes.
• Lead delivery of high-quality scientific content.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Scientific Strategy Development

Pharmaceutical Regulations Knowledge

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or Related Field

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Principal Medical Writer

We are seeking a seasoned Principal Medical Writer to oversee the development of scientific content and the onsite delivery of an innovative standalone event. This pivotal role involves leading the scientific programme development and managing a high-performing scientific services team of five members.

What You’ll Do

• Design and create medical education and communication programmes under your guidance
• Lead the delivery of high-quality scientific content and provide internal leadership to editorial teams across multiple accounts
• Engage in scientific discussions with clients and external experts, both face-to-face and via calls
• Develop scientific strategies to inform account planning internally and with clients
• Manage editorial resources effectively
• Identify and drive organic growth opportunities on accounts
• Serve as the scientific lead for proposals and pitches
• Line management, mentoring, coaching, and training of team members

What You’ll Need

• Extensive agency experience with tenure as a Senior Medical Writer
• A proven track record in scientific and editorial leadership for large or complex accounts
• Strong leadership and communication skills, high emotional intelligence, adaptability, and effective issue management
• Experience in identifying growth opportunities and contributing scientific insights to proposals and pitches
• Ability to deliver events and experience with digital projects
• Excellent understanding of pharmaceutical regulations such as ABPI, GPP3, ICMJE

How We’ll Support You

Ogilvy celebrates its people by empowering you with necessary tools, autonomy, and support from experts across our network. We provide opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth.

• 25 days holiday plus your birthday off and a paid volunteering day; after 2 years, you can purchase up to 5 additional days
• Enhanced parental leave
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions
• Health and wellbeing options including private medical or dental cover, or a monthly leisure allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme offering support and counselling
• Help at Hand service providing remote GP and mental health support
• Free online coaching for professional and personal development

At Ogilvy, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion, building powerful teams with purpose. Our mission is to create a positive impact globally through Borderless Creativity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.