Senior Account Director — MedComms & Client Strategy

Valsoft Corporation; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare communications firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Account Director to manage client communications and oversee project delivery. The role requires a graduate in life sciences, preferably with a PhD, alongside significant experience in account management within the healthcare or pharmaceutical sectors. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills, financial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively while ensuring client satisfaction. This position offers the opportunity to lead and influence key client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Account Manager in a medcomms, healthcare agency or pharma environment.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the communications program for each client.
• Ensure financial management of each account.
• Build and maintain relationships with opinion leaders.
• Manage senior-level client contacts.
• Promote OPEN Health Medical Communications services.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Graduate in life sciences (ideally biomedical)

Higher degree (PhD) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job description

A leading healthcare communications firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Account Director to manage client communications and oversee project delivery. The role requires a graduate in life sciences, preferably with a PhD, alongside significant experience in account management within the healthcare or pharmaceutical sectors. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills, financial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively while ensuring client satisfaction. This position offers the opportunity to lead and influence key client relationships.