Sr. Account Director - (Life Science/Pharma Experience)

HYBRID- Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Kansas City, MO; Denver, CO; Raleigh, NC; St. Louis, MO / Remote – U.S. Based. Posted a month ago

The role

The Sr. Account Director will oversee and lead all account management processes. You will manage day-to-day interactions between the account team and clients to drive tactical projects and develop strategic marketing programs for Life Sciences and Pharma channels.

What you will do

Oversee and lead all account management processes
Monitor, direct, and motivate day-to-day interactions between the account team and clients
Drive tactical projects through the agency and meet delivery requirements and deadlines
Develop strategies and marketing programs for Life Sciences/Pharma channels
Maintain regular communication with client teams regarding progress and deliverables
Collaborate with clients on strategy, ideas, trends, and thought leadership
Grow business by identifying additional business needs and opportunities
Demonstrate financial acumen and stewardship for account health
Manage and grow a team as a mentor and trusted advisor
Sign off on internal agency materials for reporting to the client

Required qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
8-10 years of account management experience at an advertising agency or similar, with traditional and digital channels
Life Sciences (MedTech/Device/Pharma) experience
Understanding of the MLR process
HCP experience
Strong background with strategic ideation, tactical activation, and financial management
Understanding of media objectives, media channels, targeting, audiences, KPIs and measurement
Superior professional communication and presentation skills
Advanced client management skills
Managerial experience of at least 1 direct report

Nice to have

DTC experience

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
401K
Lifestyle Spending Account
Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Flexible Time off & Holidays

Before you apply

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States

About the company

MERGE is a marketing and technology agency purpose-built for the intersection of health and wellness. They use a Whole Human Marketing approach to unite people and brands to empower healthier, happier lives.