Senior Account Director, Healthcare
Location
United States
Posted
6 days ago
Salary
Not specified
Bachelor Degree12 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships, understanding their business objectives, and providing strategic counsel.
• Develop and implement innovative PR strategies that align with clients' business goals, leveraging industry insights and best practices.
• Lead and mentor account teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment while providing guidance and support to junior staff.
• Oversee the execution of PR campaigns, ensuring timely delivery of projects, high-quality work, and measurable results.
• Manage client budgets and resources effectively, including staffing decisions and annual planning.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key media contacts in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors.
• Secure media coverage and manage media inquiries on behalf of clients.
• Oversee the development of compelling content, including press releases, articles, case studies, and social media posts.
• Track and analyze campaign performance, providing clients with regular updates and actionable insights.
• Contribute to new business initiatives, including proposal development, presentations, and pitching to prospective clients.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 12 years of PR experience, with the majority in an agency setting.
- At least 7 years in a team leadership role, including budget and staffing responsibilities.
- Proven experience managing and mentoring teams, conducting annual reviews, and identifying skills gaps.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including AP writing standards and high-level media pitching.
- Deep understanding of the healthcare/pharmaceutical media landscape, including FDA approvals and regulations.
- Established media contacts and a track record of securing top-tier media coverage.
- Strong client service and relationship-building abilities, with the skill to coach and influence the C-suite.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in inclusive communication, team workflow management, and reporting.
- Comfortable working in and contributing to a fully remote team environment.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees or relevant certifications preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision support
- vacation/sick time/paid time off for important holidays
- 401(k)
- flexible working arrangements (Remote)