Group Director (Healthcare Communications)

Boston - Massachusetts; Carmel - Indiana; Chicago - Illinois; Lambertville - New Jersey; San Francisco - California; United States; Water Street - New York. Posted 12 months ago

The role

The Group Director manages client relationships on large or multiple engagements. They lead client engagements, manage cross-functional teams, and drive integrated solutions for healthcare clients.

What you will do

Manage multiple client engagements of varying sizes
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Flex between strategic development and tactical execution
Guide clients on integrated marketing and communications decisions
Maintain and cultivate relationships with key media channels
Develop high-level and persuasive communications plans
Lead operational efforts and manage engagement financial performance
Manage client budgets, budget tracking, staffing and billability
Ensure account team quality and timely handling of client requests
Directly supervise account staff and promote continuous learning

Required qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a Public Relations agency or client side
Experience working with clients within the Healthcare industry
Understanding of the ever changing digital landscape
Exceptional presentation skills
Highly organized, proactive and a critical, creative thinker under pressure
Project management experience
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize and manage detailed budgets
Supervisory skills
Ability to manage and cultivate junior staff and collaborate with subcontractors
Positive, team-oriented attitude
Demonstrated experience developing direct reports and influence-managing matrixed teams

Nice to have

Advanced degree

Benefits

Free snacks
Generous holiday and paid time off
Options for private medical, dental, and vison plans
Support in saving for the future
Mental wellness coaching and support
Access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning

About the company

Real Chemistry is a global agency providing a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to pharmaceutical and biotech clients.