Account Director (Medical Communications)

Ogilvy is seeking an experienced Account Director to lead and shape key workstreams on a high-priority, strategic account in medical communications. The role demands a proactive leader who can manage multiple workstreams, contribute to business development, and ensure financial oversight and long-term client success.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience within medical communications
• In-depth understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and the drug development process
• Proven experience in account direction, programme management, and providing client counsel within highly regulated pharmaceutical settings
• A track record of delivering strategically effective projects that consistently meet pharmaceutical company clients' objectives, budgets, and timelines
• Expertise in collaborating with various specialties within pharmaceutical clients
• Working knowledge of and strict compliance with key industry guidelines
• In-depth knowledge of the content development process and pharmaceutical company approval systems
• Demonstrated ability to oversee the financial management of projects, including budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, and client management

Benefits

• Flexible working hybrid model
• 25 days holiday + birthday off and a paid volunteering day
• Enhanced parental leave
• A generous pension scheme
• Choose from either Private Medical Cover or a monthly leisure allowance
• A fantastic Employee Assistance Programme
• Free 1-2-1 Coaching
• A comprehensive Learning & Development programme