Health Pharma Comms Account Executive – Hybrid NYC

Edelman Smithfield; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Travel assistance

Wellness programing

Job summary

Edelman Smithfield in New York, NY is seeking an Account Executive to join the U.S. Health team.

This early-career role supports branded pharmaceutical communications, helping connect science, storytelling, and patient needs within a collaborative environment. You will gain hands-on client experience, work with talented colleagues across disciplines, and help keep campaigns organized, deliverables on track, and the team aligned with regulatory reviews.

Qualifications

• 1 year of hands-on experience in public relations or communications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Attention to detail and proactive collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day branded pharmaceutical campaigns and timelines.
• Coordinate meetings, draft agendas, take notes, and track action items.
• Assist with medical, legal, and regulatory review processes (MLR).
• Draft, edit, and organize client communications and campaign materials.
• Monitor healthcare developments and media coverage to inform planning.
• Collaborate with account teams and cross-functional partners to manage priorities.

Skills

Public relations

Communication skills

Meeting coordination

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Edelman Smithfield in New York, NY is seeking an Account Executive to join the U.S. Health team.

This early-career role supports branded pharmaceutical communications, helping connect science, storytelling, and patient needs within a collaborative environment. You will gain hands-on client experience, work with talented colleagues across disciplines, and help keep campaigns organized, deliverables on track, and the team aligned with regulatory reviews.