Senior Vice President, Group Account Director

New York City, NY (On-site)

$180K/yr – $300K/yrSenior Level15+ years expFull time

Posted 7 days ago

Job Summary

Own strategic client leadership and cross-functional program delivery for oncology accounts, guiding senior stakeholder relationships, team development, and financial performance to drive growth.

  • Lead senior client partnerships and cross-functional teams to deliver integrated, insight-driven solutions.
  • Drive organic growth, new business contributions, and profitability across assigned accounts.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Client & Business Leadership - Serve as a strategic partner to senior client stakeholders, helping shape brand, business, and customer engagement strategies. - Maintain a deep understanding of therapeutic areas, market dynamics, competitive activity, and emerging healthcare trends. - Lead integrated teams to deliver innovative, insight-driven solutions that drive client success and business growth. - Build and strengthen senior client relationships while proactively identifying opportunities for organic growth, expanded scope, and portfolio growth. - Contribute to new business efforts, including opportunity identification, pitch development, and presentations. - Navigate complex client situations with confidence, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach. Team Leadership & Development - Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous growth. - Attract, retain, and develop top talent through coaching, feedback, and career development planning. - Promote cross-functional collaboration and ensure teams are equipped to deliver exceptional client experiences and business outcomes. - Serve as a visible leader within the organization and contribute to key initiatives that strengthen culture and performance. Financial & Operational Leadership - Oversee financial performance across assigned accounts, including forecasting, budgeting, staffing, and profitability. - Partner with leadership to develop and execute business plans that support growth objectives. - Drive operational excellence through effective resource management and business oversight. - Ensure client business is managed efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality, partnership, and service. Organizational Impact - Champion innovation and forward-thinking approaches that enhance client and business outcomes. - Promote collaboration across disciplines to deliver integrated solutions and exceptional work. - Contribute to organizational growth through leadership, industry knowledge, and business development. - Uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Requirements

  • 15+ years of account management experience within healthcare advertising, including substantial healthcare agency experience leading pharmaceutical clients and integrated account teams
  • Deep oncology experience required, including leadership of oncology brands and a strong understanding of the oncology treatment landscape and stakeholder ecosystem
  • Experience leading integrated omnichannel engagements across both HCP and Consumer audiences
  • Proven success leading large, complex pharmaceutical client relationships, business portfolios, and cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated experience managing, developing, and retaining high-performing teams
  • Strong business, financial, and operational acumen, including forecasting, staffing, budgeting, and profitability management
  • Track record of driving organic growth and contributing to new business success
  • Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical marketplace, healthcare customer engagement, and evolving industry trends
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex business environments

Benefits

  • medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
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Publicis Health is the health and wellness vertical of Publicis Groupe, the most-established communications holding company in the world. We are a growing network of 11 brands with 40+ agencies worldwide and a population of 3,000+. At Publicis Health, we are uniquely positioned to make an impact through the work that we do in in healthcare marketing and communications, and health isn’t just what we do – it’s who we are. We believe healthcare marketing is an essential part of healthcare. When you work with us, you join a tight-knit community of award-winning creative directors and clinical trial designers, accomplished data-scientists and media specialists, behavioral science innovators and analytics practitioners; all united around one purpose—to create a world where people are equipped and motivated to take control of their health and well-being. We share a passion for the life-changing work healthcare industries create, and we believe that together we can move people toward the products and services that will change their lives for the better. Our beliefs and purpose inspire how we take care of our people—prioritizing your health and well-being across every stage of your personal and professional life.

Founded in 1998
New York, New York, USA
3K employees (988 in marketing)

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