SVP, Project Management in Greater London

Energy Jobline ZR; Greater London; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare communications agency is seeking a SVP of Project Management & Operations in London. The role involves leading the project management team, ensuring quality execution across client projects, and shaping operational processes. Ideal candidates have over 15 years of experience in project management and a strong background in healthcare advertising. This role offers significant career progression and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Career progression to COO

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in project management or operations.
• Proven leadership experience in agency or consultancy environments.
• Strong operational mindset with strategic execution skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Project Management team across Europe.
• Build scalable delivery and operations frameworks.
• Ensure high-quality execution across various project types.

Skills

Project management experience

Leadership in agency settings

Operational mindset

Cross-functional team management

Knowledge of pharma marketing

Job description

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Job Description

SVP, Project Management

Location: London, UK (Remote, with some travel as needed)

About the Opportunity

We’re an established US healthcare communications agency with global backing and a growing new presence across Europe. We’re currently delivering high-impact, project-based work for several major pharmaceutical clients, and only getting started. With operations underway in both the US and EU, we’re looking for a SVP of Project Management & Operations to join our European leadership team and help build the foundation for long-term success. This is a pivotal leadership role with the potential to grow into a COO position as the agency continues to expand.

The Role

As SVP of Project Management & Operations, you’ll lead our European project management function, ensuring excellence in delivery across all client projects, including sales aids, websites, emails, and other digital and print assets for healthcare professionals. You’ll also play a key role in shaping operational infrastructure, processes, and team development across multiple European markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Project Management team across Europe (initially 3 direct reports)
• Build scalable delivery and operations frameworks from the ground up
• Ensure high-quality execution across a range of project types and therapy areas
• Collaborate closely with client services, creative, strategy, and global leadership
• Oversee project resourcing, timelines, budgets, and reporting
• Contribute to the agency’s European growth strategy, including expansion into new markets
• Implement and monitor performance metrics to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
• Foster a high-performance, solutions-oriented culture

What We’re Looking For

• 15+ years of experience in project management, operations, or delivery within healthcare advertising or related sectors
• Proven leadership experience in agency or consultancy environments
• Strong operational mindset with a balance of strategic and hands-on execution skills
• Experience managing cross-functional teams across markets
• Knowledge of pharma or life sciences marketing best practices
• Adaptable, entrepreneurial, and excited about building something new

What We Offer

• A senior leadership role in a growing agency with serious momentum
• The opportunity to help shape team, culture, and process at an early stage
• Real career progression, including a clear path to a COO-level position
• Collaborative, ambitious leadership team with deep industry expertise
• Competitive compensation and full benefits package

Ready to Join Us?

If you\'re a strong operational leader looking for a new challenge in a high-growth, fast-paced environment, please apply below!

Must-have pharma advertising experience

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