Account Director, Promotional Medical Education

BioTalent Ltd; Georgia; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic Account Director to lead key accounts in the Promotional Medical Education sector. This role requires a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical landscape and a proven track record in delivering impactful educational programs. You will serve as a trusted advisor, overseeing program planning and execution while managing client relationships. With opportunities for organic growth and team mentorship, this position offers a dynamic environment for those passionate about healthcare communications. Join this innovative firm and make a significant impact in the medical education field.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in healthcare communications or medical education.
• Proven experience managing HCP-targeted promotional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow key accounts within the Promotional Medical Education portfolio.
• Collaborate with medical writers and creative teams for compliant initiatives.

Skills

Healthcare Communications

Account Management

Client Services

Regulatory Compliance

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences

Bachelor's Degree in Communications

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing

Tools

Veeva

Zinc

Job description

Job Title: Account Director – Promotional Medical Education
Location: Local toNJ, NY, CT, PA, RI, MA preferred
Reports To: Client Services Director / VP, Client Services
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking a strategic, experienced, and client-focused Account Director to lead and grow key accounts within our Promotional Medical Education portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare landscape, with a strong track record of delivering impactful promotional med ed programs that align with brand strategies and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the strategic lead for assigned client accounts, ensuring delivery of high-quality, compliant promotional med ed initiatives (e.g., speaker programs, peer-to-peer engagements, digital education, symposia).

• Build and nurture client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and go-to point of contact.

• Collaborate with medical writers, creative teams, and project managers to ensure all materials are medically accurate, strategically aligned, and meet all regulatory standards.

• Oversee program planning, budgeting, and execution from concept through delivery, including live and virtual events.

• Identify organic growth opportunities and support new business development efforts, including pitch presentations and proposal development.

• Maintain strong knowledge of relevant therapeutic areas, regulatory environment (e.g., PhRMA, FDA, MLR processes), and industry trends.

• Manage and mentor junior team members, fostering professional development and high-performance teamwork.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in healthcare communications, medical education, or promotional medical education within an agency or pharma setting.

• Proven experience managing HCP-targeted promotional initiatives in compliance with industry regulations.

• Strong client services skills with a history of growing accounts and delivering measurable outcomes.

• Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, communications, marketing, or a related field (advanced degree a plus).

• Understanding of medical/legal/regulatory review processes (e.g., Veeva, Zinc) and promotional review experience is essential.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience across multiple therapeutic areas.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven agency environment.

• Familiarity with omnichannel strategy and digital education tools.