Strategist & Copy Lead

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

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Are you a senior medical copywriter with a strategic edge, looking to step into a role that combines creative thinking, content leadership and big-picture planning?

This independent healthcare communications agency is growing—and they’re looking for someone who can lead from the front. If you’re passionate about crafting clear, compelling science-led content and shaping strategy that makes a difference, this could be your next move.

The Role:

A hybrid role combining copy excellence and strategic leadership, you'll take the lead across two key areas:

• Help shape communication and marketing strategies for pharma and biotech clients
• Build insight-driven, omnichannel content plans
• Contribute to creative briefs, tactical plans, proposals and pitches
• Develop standout creative concepts and scientifically robust copy

Team Leadership & Quality Control

• Mentor and support a growing team of writers
• Ensure creative output meets scientific, creative and compliance standards
• Oversee content quality from first draft to final approval
• Champion the agency’s belief in making healthcare communication simple and powerful

About You:

• Experienced medical copywriter with a flair for strategy
• BSc or higher in a life sciences subject (essential)
• Proven experience in a healthcare communications agency
• Able to balance creative storytelling with scientific accuracy
• Confident, collaborative and proactive – a natural team player and leader
• A strong communicator who can guide, influence and simplify complex ideas

What’s On Offer:

• Hybrid working with a flexible culture
• Dedicated training and career development
• A supportive, close-knit team that values fresh thinking and creativity

If you’re ready to take your skills to the next level in a role that blends strategy, science and storytelling, I’d love to hear from you.

Strategist, Copy Lead, Healthcare Communications, Medical Copywriting, Strategic Planning, Content Development, Omnichannel Strategy, Life Sciences, Team Leadership, UK-based, Hybrid Working, Scientific Storytelling, Creative Campaigns, Client Strategy