Account Director
Account Director (Full-Time)
About the Organization
A leading medical and scientific communications agency is seeking an experienced Account Director to join its growing team. The organization partners with stakeholders across the life sciences sector to create high‑impact educational initiatives and transform complex scientific information into engaging digital and live experiences. The company values career growth, employee well‑being, and collaborative culture, and is recognized as a strong workplace within the industry.
Role Overview
The Account Director will be responsible for building and maintaining strong client relationships, partnering with key opinion leaders, and guiding internal teams to deliver strategic, high‑quality work.
Key Responsibilities
Account Leadership
- Lead projects from kickoff through completion, serving as the primary contact for clients through executing key deliverables such as: advisory boards, symposia, KOL engagement, and slide decks.
- Ensure clarity around deliverables, strategic intent, budgets, and schedules.
Planning & Risk Management
- Maintain project timelines and communicate updates to all relevant parties.
- Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Financial & Scope Oversight
- Monitor resource usage and budget adherence.
- Prepare statements of work (SOWs), program budgets, and reconciliations with accurate documentation.
- Identify and communicate scope changes to stakeholders.
Team Leadership
- Support on-boarding and training for junior team members.
- Delegate work effectively and ensure high‑quality, on-time execution.
Regulatory Compliance
- Oversee regulatory and medical-legal review processes to ensure materials meet applicable guidelines and client expectations.
Qualifications
- 3-5 years of account or project management experience within a medical communications
- Familiarity with medical terminology, pharmaceutical products, and industry compliance standards
- Strong business acumen, budget management, and negotiation skills
- Demonstrated ability to build strong client relationships
- Experience leading programs from concept through execution
- Ability to contribute to organic business growth and make tactical recommendations
- Expertise in SOW development and management
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work constructively in collaborative environments
- Proactive approach to problem-solving
- Proficiency in Microsoft® Office
Compensation & Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Employer-paid insurance benefits
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- Eligibility for performance-based incentive programs
- Generous paid time off, including additional holiday leave
- Paid volunteer days
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee wellness resources
- Options for remote or hybrid work arrangements
- Professional development and leadership training
- Salary range: $100,000-$110,000, depending on experience
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