Senior Strategic Account Director, Medical Communications
$128,000–$188,100 year
Remote
Job Summary
Develop annual strategic plans for pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients while guiding integrated programs that align with business objectives. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative medical communications solutions, cultivate new business opportunities, and participate in pitches. Mentor and coach Strategic Account Directors, Managers, and Associates to develop high-performing account talent. Manage budgets, forecast revenue, and drive profitability for existing accounts exceeding $2.5 million annually. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior marketing and commercial stakeholders, translating client challenges into actionable plans.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare marketing, medical affairs, or medical communications agency environments
- Demonstrated success managing and growing pharmaceutical or healthcare accounts with annual revenues exceeding $2.5 million
- Proven experience serving as a strategic and business advisor to senior marketing, commercial, or medical affairs stakeholders
- Strong leadership experience overseeing, mentoring, and developing account management professionals
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, forecast revenue, and contribute to business profitability
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree (PhD, MD, PharmD, MBA, or related graduate degree) preferred
- Experience supporting or leading new business development efforts, including pitches and proposal development
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical and biotech medical communications strategies and commercial planning
- Advanced presentation development and PowerPoint design capabilities
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