This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Account Director - Medical Communications in United States.
This leadership role offers the opportunity to drive strategic client partnerships and oversee high-impact medical communications programs across pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare organizations. You will act as a central point of accountability for account performance, ensuring excellence in delivery while strengthening long-term client relationships. The role combines strategic oversight, team leadership, and business development within a science-driven, fast-paced environment. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, shape program strategy, and ensure the development of scientifically rigorous, evidence-based communication solutions. With strong exposure to both clients and internal stakeholders, you will play a key role in expanding business opportunities and elevating service quality. This position is ideal for a commercially minded leader who thrives at the intersection of science, strategy, and client engagement.
Accountabilities:- Oversee daily management of assigned client accounts, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality medical communication programs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, key stakeholders, and external partners such as medical associations and institutions.
- Ensure client satisfaction by proactively managing expectations, resolving issues, and maintaining continuous communication.
- Develop deep understanding of client organizations, therapeutic areas, products, and strategic marketing objectives.
- Manage project financials including budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and reconciliation across assigned accounts.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing accounts through proposals, presentations, and strategic client discussions.
- Lead, mentor, and develop account teams, including performance evaluations, career development planning, and workload distribution.
- Collaborate with internal departments to allocate resources effectively and ensure operational efficiency.
- Facilitate cross-functional coordination and conflict resolution across teams and stakeholders.
- Provide regular updates to senior leadership on account performance, financial status, and growth opportunities.
- Participate in or lead internal and client-facing meetings to support account strategy and execution.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in science, healthcare, or business preferred.
- 7+ years of experience in medical communications, healthcare marketing, pharmaceutical, biotech, or related scientific environments.
- Proven experience in account management and leadership responsibilities within agency or healthcare-related organizations.
- Strong ability to understand and translate complex scientific and clinical concepts into strategic communication solutions.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and overseeing client deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated success in business development, including proposal writing and new opportunity identification.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasts, and project profitability.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational and leadership capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary aligned with experience and industry standards.
- Remote or flexible work arrangements depending on role requirements.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Paid time off and holiday benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Exposure to leading pharmaceutical and biotech clients.
- Collaborative, science-driven work environment.
- Ability to work on high-impact medical communication programs that influence healthcare outcomes.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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