Account Manager, Medical Communications, Healthcare

Responsibilities

• Medical Communications & Scientific Excellence: You will develop a strong understanding of your clients' science, therapy areas and medical objectives, helping to turn complex scientific information into clear, accurate and engaging communications for different audiences and channels.
• Develop a strong understanding of the science, data and wider landscape behind your accounts
• Work closely with medical writers and other specialists to develop high-quality scientific and medical content
• Contribute to the development of medical communications strategies, translating scientific and client objectives into effective programmes and activities
• Review materials critically for scientific accuracy, clarity, consistency and audience relevance
• Understand and work within relevant pharmaceutical industry regulations and compliance requirements
• Client Relationships & Consultancy: You will be a trusted day-to-day contact for your clients, building strong relationships and developing the confidence to provide thoughtful recommendations and solutions. You'll understand what clients are trying to achieve, anticipate what they need and help turn their objectives into effective medical communications programmes.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with day-to-day client contacts
• Lead client meetings, project updates and discussions with confidence
• Understand client objectives, priorities and challenges and translate these into clear briefs and actions

Requirements

• Typically 3+ years' experience in healthcare or medical communications, including experience within a consultancy or agency environment. A strong interest in science, medicine and healthcare, with the ability to understand and communicate complex scientific information. Experience developing and delivering medical communications programmes and content. Strong client relationship and project management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy and quality. Experience managing budgets, timelines and multiple priorities. Confidence delegating work and supporting more junior colleagues. Knowledge of relevant pharmaceutical industry regulations and compliance requirements. A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach.

Benefits

• 25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays (rising to a maximum of 30 days alongside length of service)
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• Private Medical insurance (for you and your family)
• Income Protection insurance
• Life Assurance at 4x your salary
• Financial support and advice
• Travel insurance (for you and your family)
• An annual wellness benefit of £150
• Four-week sabbatical after every 5 years’ service.