Account Director

Posted 24 February 2021
Salary £115000 - £135000 per annum
Location
Job type Permanent
ReferenceBBBH111263_1614201207
Contact NameSean Sweeney

Job description

My client, a world-renowned medical communications firm, has come to an imperative realization: Their people are the reason for their success. Sharp scientific and creative minds are the driving force behind their growing business, so their top priority is to nurture a working environment where great talent flourishes. They have done an outstanding job cultivating a company culture that truly supports the employee with any want, need, or problem. Not to mention - they have also won copious amounts of business recently and are looking for some bright, driven individuals to help support that new business!

The role

As an Account Director you will play a central role in the day-to-day management of the relationships between their business and their clients. You will enjoy building and maintaining those relationships, leading your team successfully across a full spectrum of medical communication projects.

The right candidate will show strong leadership skills and demonstrate commercial acumen. You will enjoy mentoring junior colleagues, giving direction to your team and helping to secure new business opportunities.

Requirements

  • Approximately 7-8 years' relevant experience (pharmaceutical or agency)
  • Good knowledge of pharma industry and processes
  • Strategic insight, judgement and problem solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to present to clients
  • Ability to motivate account/project teams
  • Line management and mentoring experience
  • Breadth of experience across therapeutic areas and types of client (showing a geographical and healthcare market mix)
  • Experience in supporting new business initiatives
  • Awareness of different healthcare markets

Benefits

  • Robust benefits package that includes 33 days annual leave, 5% match on 401k & private medical, dental & vision
  • Birthday Day off
  • WORKsmart - allows employees to have flexibility around their start and finish time
  • Home working up to 2 days per week