Senior Account Manager- Fixed term contract

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a highly awarded healthcare communications agency as a Senior Account Manager. In this role, you will provide exceptional client service while collaborating across disciplines to deliver high-quality work. Your leadership will inspire junior team members and contribute to business development efforts. This innovative firm values diversity and inclusion, seeing them as essential for growth and success. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the health and wellness sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Exceptional client service skills with a focus on high-quality deliverables.
• Strong project management abilities to ensure timely and budget-friendly outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare briefs and oversee account activities to ensure project success.
• Identify growth opportunities within accounts and participate in pitches.

Skills

Client Service

Project Management

Business Development

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or related field

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Senior Account Manager - Fixed term contract, London

Part of the IPG Health network, McCann Health London is a highly awarded healthcare communications agency.

Guided by our philosophy, Truth Well Told, and committed to helping our clients' brands contribute meaningfully to health, we combine science, creativity, and strategy to deliver top-tier services to leading and emerging health and wellness brands. We challenge conventions and create innovative ideas to make the world a healthier place.

Recent accolades include European Health Agency of the Year at the London International Awards, Grand Prixes and Golds at Cannes Lions, and features in AdWeek’s Top 25 global campaigns. To learn more, visit mccannhealthlondon.com.

Purpose of the Role

You will assist in providing exceptional, proactive client service and deliver high-quality work. Collaborating with colleagues across disciplines, you will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet our standards. Working closely with the Account Director, you will oversee daily account activities, support campaign delivery, and take responsibility for specific projects.

Day-to-day Delivery

• Prepare briefs for internal review before client approval
• Strive for excellence in scientific, strategic, and creative outputs
• Review deliverables to ensure they meet the brief and incorporate client feedback
• Coordinate with the Project Manager to manage project timelines and expectations
• Lead project review sessions with the Project Manager
• Collaborate with the team to resolve issues

Business Development

• Identify opportunities for organic growth within existing accounts and discuss with senior leads
• Participate in new business pitches and credential presentations

Leadership and Direction

• Lead by example for junior team members
• Inspire excellence across agency disciplines

Line Management and Team Development

• Begin line management of Business Coordinators alongside the Project Manager
• Delegate effectively to build team experience
• Provide timely feedback to support learning and growth

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe Diversity and Inclusion are essential for our mission—to help our clients’ brands play a meaningful role in people’s lives. We see diversity as a business advantage that fosters growth and sustainability. Our philosophy, Conscious Inclusion, involves deliberate actions to create an inclusive culture, unleash creative potential, and drive organizational success.