Group Copy Supervisor

Avalere Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with employer match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Hybrid and remote work options

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Avalere Health is seeking a Group Copy Supervisor to lead pharma-focused copy development across clients in oncology and rare diseases. You will collaborate with strategy, medical, and creative teams to deliver impactful, compliant promotional and educational content.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in pharma copywriting, 2+ years in leadership, and a strong portfolio; advanced Mac and Adobe skills are required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of combined copywriting experience in agency and pharmaceutical advertising.
• 2+ years of supervisory/management experience.
• Experience writing for oncology or rare disease products.
• Must submit portfolio with resume.
• Strong collaboration with art and strategy partners; ability to think visually.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Creative, Strategy, and Medical to develop content for HCP and DTC audiences across rare disease brands.
• Lead and execute long- and short-form copy across various media and platforms.
• Write compelling content using scientific and clinical data.
• Align copy to brand strategy and goals.
• Reference and annotate content with final references within the submission process.
• Stand in for the ACD of Copy when unavailable.
• Work independently on multiple projects across brands under tight deadlines.
• Build strong client relationships and solve problems directly with them.
• Develop creative concepts with other Creatives based on strategic direction.
• Present work internally and to clients.
• Manage internal and client feedback.
• Review and mark up copy changes on layouts.
• Work within editorial processes respecting regulatory guidance.

Skills

Copywriting

Leadership

Team collaboration

Regulatory understanding

Creative thinking

Tools

Mac OS

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

About Avalere Health
United by one profound purpose: to reach

About Avalere Health

United by one profound purpose: to reach EVERY PATIENT POSSIBLE. At Avalere Health, we ensure every patient is identified, treated, supported, and cared for. Equally. Our Advisory, Medical, and Marketing teams come together – powerfully and intentionally – to forge unconventional connections, building a future where healthcare is not a barrier and no patient is left behind.
Achieving our mission starts with providing enriching, purpose-driven careers for our team that empower them to make a tangible impact on patient lives. We are committed to creating a culture where our employees are empowered to bring their whole selves to work and tap into the power of diverse backgrounds and skillsets to play a part in making a difference for every patient, everywhere.
Our flexible approach to working allows our global teams to decide where they want to work, whether in-office or at home based on team and client need. Major city hubs in London, Manchester, Washington, D.C., and New York, and smaller offices globally, serve as collaboration hubs allowing our teams to come together when it matters. Homeworkers are equally supported, with dedicated social opportunities and resources.
Our inclusive culture is at the heart of everything we do. We proudly support our employees in bringing their whole selves to work with our six Employee Network Groups – Diverse Ability, Family, Gender, LGBTQ+, Mental Health, and Race/Ethnicity. These groups provide opportunities to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and to connect, learn, and socialise through regular meetings and programs of activity. We are an accredited Fertility Friendly employer with our Fertility Policy, enhanced parental leave, and culture of flexibility ensuring every employee feels supported across their family planning journey and can work in a way that suits their family’s needs.
We are deeply invested in supporting professional growth for our employees through day-to-day career experiences, access to thousands of on-demand training sessions, regular career conversations, and the opportunity for global, cross-capability career moves.
We take pride in being part of the Disability Confident Scheme. This helps make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neurodiverse. If you\'d like to apply and need adjustments made, you can let us know in your application.
About The Role

The Group Copy Supervisor plays an integral role in driving the creative development of high-quality copy and content for Avalere Health and one or more of our great clients. You will partner with other members of the creative team to develop copy and content, working closely with strategy, medical, client services, and other members of the team in these efforts. You will work together with the broader team to not only ensure our clients’ needs are met, but to strive to surpass their expectations.

Note: a portfolio featuring your pharma agency work must be submitted along with your resume.

What You\'ll Do

• Collaborate with Creative (Art & Copy), Strategy, and Medical to develop content for HCP and DTC audiences across multiple brands in rare disease
• Lead and execute both long- and short-form copy, both promotional and educational, across various media and platforms
• Write compelling and accurate content using scientific and clinical data
• Have a strong understanding of strategy and drive copy to align to the goals of the brand
• Reference and annotate content for assigned accounts and projects; prepare manuscript with final annotations and references within the internal submission process
• Stand in for the ACD of Copy, along with the ACD of Art, when the ACD of Copy is unavailable
• Work independently on multiple projects across brands, sometimes under tight deadlines
• Build a strong client relationship and work directly with them to problem-solve
• Develop creative concepts based on strategic direction, partnering with other Creatives, demonstrating a level of creative excellence
• Present work both internally and to clients
• Effectively manage internal and client feedback
• Review and mark up copy changes on layouts, as needed
• Work within the editorial process, leveraging client regulatory guidance and OPDP requirements for promotional tactics
  
  

About You

• At least 7 years of combined copywriting experience in agency and pharmaceutical advertising space; knowledge of both HCP and DTC work required.
• At least 2 years of supervisory/management experience required
• Experience writing for oncology or rare disease products
• Track record of independently producing successful, compelling, and strategically sound pharmaceutical promotional materials (must submit portfolio with resume
• Strong collaborator with Art partner; can think visually to strengthen creative and tactical development
• Ability to think critically, make effective decisions, and creatively problem-solve on the fly
• Demonstrated proficiency delivering quality work within tight deadlines; positive attitude; goal-oriented
• Demonstrated ability ideating on-brief creative concepts
• Advanced Mac experience with MS Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite
• Able to understand scientific information on a level appropriate to create clear and succinct pharmaceutical and healthcare copy
• Proven experience with adding marginal annotations in medically heavy pieces for regulatory submissions
  
  

$130,000 - $150,000 a year

What We Can Offer

You will receive a 401K plan with an employer match contribution up to 4% (immediately vested), as well as life insurance, disability coverage, and medical, dental, and vision plans for peace of mind. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote work, along with the option to work from anywhere across the globe two weeks each year. We provide 20 vacation days plus one personal well-being day, recognise 9 public holidays, along with gifted end-of-year holidays and an early Summer Friday finish in June, July, and August.
Access free counselling through our employee assistance program and personalized health support. Our enhanced maternity, paternity, family leave, and fertility policies provide support across every stage of your family-planning journey. You can also benefit from continuous opportunities to professionally develop with on-demand training, support, and global mobility opportunities across the business.
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