Senior/Medical Writer - Commercial

Albion Rye Associates; London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global medical communications agency in London is seeking a Senior/Medical Writer specializing in promotional content. This role involves transforming scientific data into engaging narratives and requires strong communication and creative skills. The ideal candidate will have a degree in life sciences and at least one year of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including generous leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Private medical insurance

Pension (up to 7% matched)

Sabbatical after 5 years

Employee well-being support

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 years' experience as a Medical Writer in a promotional medical communications setting.
• Strong ability to balance scientific accuracy with creative storytelling.
• Track record of writing across a variety of channels and formats in healthcare communications.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex scientific data into engaging narratives.
• Develop high-quality copy for various promotional materials.
• Collaborate with art directors and clients on creative concepts.

Skills

Medical Writing

Creative storytelling

Communication

Organisation

Time-management

Education

Degree or postgraduate qualification in life sciences

Job description

Overview

Senior/Medical Writer – Promotional / Commercial
(London/Hybrid)
£38,000 - £55,000 + benefits

We’re working with a leading global medical communications agency that combines scientific depth with creative flair to deliver work that inspires change across healthcare. With a strong reputation for excellence and a collaborative culture built on integrity, imagination, agility, and empowerment, this agency has been producing award-winning programmes across medical affairs and commercial communications for over a decade.

This role is ideal for a Medical Writer with experience in promotional medical communications or a newly appointed Senior Medical Writer who is looking to broaden their skills across creative, strategic, and scientific deliverables within a supportive and innovative environment.

The Role

As a Commercial Medical Writer, you’ll:

• Translate complex scientific data into engaging narratives and promotional content that drive behaviour change among HCPs and patients.
• Develop high-quality copy for materials including digital sales aids, congress booth assets, leave pieces, email campaigns, websites, storyboards, and animations.
• Collaborate closely with art directors, designers, and client services to bring creative concepts to life.
• Act as a therapy area expert across one or two disease areas, contributing to client and thought-leader discussions.
• Support new business proposals and occasional onsite delivery at industry events.
• Serve as a brand guardian for both client and agency work.

About You

• Minimum 1 years' experience as a Medical Writer in a promotional medical communications setting.
• Degree or postgraduate qualification in life sciences (or related field).
• Strong ability to balance scientific accuracy with creative storytelling.
• Track record of writing across a variety of channels and formats in healthcare communications.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and time-management skills; adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident building effective relationships with colleagues, clients, and thought leaders.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, birthday off, and 3 days at Christmas
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Private medical insurance & life assurance
• Pension (up to 7% matched)
• Sabbatical (6 weeks after 5 years’ service)
• Employee well-being support

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected agency where you’ll be supported to develop your expertise while contributing to impactful, creative healthcare communications.