Senior Account Director - Life Sciences & Pharma

MERGE; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Lifestyle Spending Account

Life & Disability Insurance

Flexible Time off

Holidays

Job summary

MERGE is a marketing and technology agency focused on health and wellness. We are seeking an Account Director to oversee all account management processes, nurture client relationships, and drive strategic, financial, and creative outcomes.

The role requires 8–10 years in account management, life sciences/pharma experience, and ability to lead a team in a fast-paced agency environment. Join MERGE to shape strategic client partnerships and deliver exceptional work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 8–10 years of account management experience at an advertising agency or similar.
• Life Sciences/Pharma experience and understanding of the MLR process, ideally with DTC experience.
• Strong background with strategic ideation, tactical activation, and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead all account management processes with clients.
• Direct and motivate day‑to‑day interactions between the account team and clients.
• Deliver engaging ideas and work and ensure timely delivery and budget alignment.
• Build relationships with clients to identify needs and opportunities for growth.
• Mentor and grow the account team and manage internal agency materials for reporting.

Skills

Account management

Client relationships

Strategic thinking

Financial management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

MERGE is a marketing and technology agency focused on health and wellness. We are seeking an Account Director to oversee all account management processes, nurture client relationships, and drive strategic, financial, and creative outcomes.

The role requires 8–10 years in account management, life sciences/pharma experience, and ability to lead a team in a fast-paced agency environment. Join MERGE to shape strategic client partnerships and deliver exceptional work.