Account Director – Medical Communications – London/North West – £competitive

The Company

This agency brings together deep scientific knowledge, specialist expertise and a global understanding to improve health outcomes and patient wellbeing. From brand strategy to creative campaigns; multi-channel marketing to brand & disease awareness; corporate and internal motivation campaigns to sales aids. If it’s a brand solution, we do it. With generous paid holidays, health insurance programs and ongoing development opportunities this is a company that have their people at the forefront of what they do

• This agency is also renowned for their hcp events. Their digital capabilities meant they were able to transition their live events (ad-boards, congress, symposia) into virtual alternatives.
• Operate across a wide range of therapy areas, with a particular focus on diabetes, respiratory, woundcare and cardiology.
• They offer a collaborative company culture. They pride themselves on all-pulling together as whole team to help support each other in meeting challenging deadlines.
• Offer industry leading benefits, including 30 days holiday (+bank holidays).

The Role

• Managing Full ownership of the omnichannel programme for each client, ranging from strategic input to day-to-day management of tactics (based on the specific needs for each account)
• Ensure all account team members take ownership of their business and appropriate levels of responsibility
• Full ownership of the omnichannel programme for each client, ranging from strategic input to day-to-day management of tactics (based on the specific needs for each account)
• Ensure optimal financial management of each account and demonstrate a clear understanding of all financial processes within the business
• Lead pitches
• Thorough understanding of the clients’ business objectives, product strategy and relevant therapeutic area. Clear communication of this to all internal team members, as relevant

You

• A skilled problem solver with an eye for detail
• Fill the agency team with confidence that you can drive the brand accounts forward
• Confident to lead pitches with aplomb and uncover new business opportunities
• Passionate about healthcare, digital tactics and improving marketing campaigns
• A confident leader, with a complete understanding of what it takes to lead a busy account handling team
• Pro-actively apply thorough understanding of the client’s therapeutic area and ability to provide strategic input
• Approachable hands-on manager, trainer and delegator with strong leadership skills
• The ability to distil complex information and produce simple, compelling briefs
• Be uplifting and motivational

What should you do next?

This Account Director role is one not to be missed; it encompasses the opportunity to work at an established award winning business and progress.

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