Account Supervisor, Health & Wellness

New York City, NY (Hybrid)

$50K/yr – $105K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 5 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own multi-channel client storytelling for pharma and healthcare, driving regulatory-ready narratives and media positioning while leading teams and budgets.

  • Own integrated comms programs across media relations, content, digital, and thought leadership for healthcare clients.
  • Lead delivery across accounts with autonomy, managing budgets, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Shape regulatory-informed strategy and advisor-level guidance for HCP and patient audiences.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary client contact, managing day-to-day communications and ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction.
  • Develop and implement integrated communications strategies, including media relations, content development, digital marketing, and thought leadership.
  • Lead internal teams to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget, providing clear direction, support, and feedback.
  • Manage account financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Support new business development by contributing to proposals, pitches, and presentations.
  • Stay up-to-date on industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging best practices to inform strategic recommendations.
  • Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of communications experience with a PR agency preferred.
  • Proven expertise in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, leveraging knowledge of therapeutic areas, regulatory pathways, and patient/HCP engagement to deliver strategic, high-impact communications.
  • Experience leading communications strategies around FDA and regulatory milestones (e.g., clinical trial data, FDA approvals, product launches), translating complex data into compelling narratives for media, stakeholders, patients, and healthcare providers while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Passion for telling the client story and a proven track record of success positioning large clients with top tier media.
  • Proven ability to help lead and manage multiple accounts and projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Experience with HCP and DTC marketing, including earned media, content marketing, social media, and digital strategies.
  • Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance standards.
  • Understanding of the integration of social media and traditional media.
  • Ability to take ownership of a program and work with autonomy.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel as well as social media platforms (Facebook, X, Pinterest, Instagram).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with strong attention to detail.
  • Experience working in and contributing to an inclusive and collaborative environment.
  • Ability to push the envelope and think outside the box.
  • Desire to work in a diverse and inclusive organization as an active participant in culture initiatives, training opportunities and employee resource groups.

Benefits

  • We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details: https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome
  • Our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent.
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New York, New York, US
3.6K employees (764 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
92.5K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
40.5%
Direct
44.5%
Referral
8.4%
Social
5%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~3.7K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
604 (16% of company)
Median Career Experience
14 years
Median Tenure
2.2 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
3

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