Responsibilities

• Partner with client leader (VP or Practice Lead) to drive the execution of program tactics and the hands-on development of program materials, leading the day-to-day strategy and execution of project work
• Develop client strategy and program plans against the objectives and strategies of the client
• Develop and execute earned media strategies, including proactive media outreach, story development and targeted reporter engagement
• Provide strategic media counsel to clients, identifying opportunities to shape narratives and respond to emerging healthcare issues and trends
• Lead clients to realize full potential, meeting all project objectives on time with the highest quality work
• Lead communications and client partnership to ensure steady flow of information and client satisfaction; present key client updates and plans with confidence
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships, helping to resolve issues that may arise
• Create and review work, ensuring the work is client-ready
• Actively explore opportunities to organically grow existing client relationships
• Identify opportunities for continuous quality improvement within the team

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s a plus) in communications, public relations, journalism or related field
• Proven expertise working within the healthcare communications industry required
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing earned media strategies, including proactive media outreach and reporter engagement
• Strong writing and editing skills across a range of communications materials
• Experience providing strategic communications counsel and managing day-to-day client relationships
• Experience and established relationships with national healthcare trade media outlets and reporters is a plus
• Agency or professional services experience strongly preferred
• At least 5–7 years of experience in communications, public relations, professional services and/or journalism, with significant healthcare experience
• Ability to work remotely

Preferred

• Master’s a plus

Benefits

• High-stakes work that makes healthcare better
• An inclusive and collegial workplace with understanding, innovative co-workers who care as much as you do about getting the work right
• Encouragement to ask probing questions and openness to new ideas
• Creative problem solving alongside clients who see you as a partner, not a vendor
• Investment in your growth and development via our competency-based talent development platform
• Competitive pay and benefits
• medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off, wellness stipend, and additional voluntary benefits.