Vice President / Account Director, Healthcare – Public Relations
Greater Boston Area, US – Broadcast Media, Consumer Electronics, Public Relations and Communications
Posted May 11, 2015 at 01:00AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1PBj6mU
Overview:
When you work at Waggener Edstrom, you will find compelling work, global partnerships, worthwhile professional development, outstanding benefits and the opportunity to make a difference. We value those who share our passion and belief in the power of change, discovery and innovation. We invest in our future by creating a fun workplace full of creative, skilled, curious and enthusiastic people. If that sounds like you, we want you here.
Waggener Edstrom’s Healthcare Practice continues its expansion and track record of impressive year over year growth. With a 360 degree perspective on the healthcare industry, globally we provide a breadth of communications services to clients across sectors including medical devices, pharmaceuticals, biopharma, healthcare IT and consumer health products. We develop innovative programs that reach and influence physicians, advocates, patients, regulators, policy makers, payors and the public at large. Our vision for differentiation is to serve clients that deliver innovations that will improve lives, address current limitations of healthcare delivery, and contribute to a healthcare system that is more accountable, more cost effective, more sustainable, and offers personalized approaches to care. We are looking for a proven agency Vice President to join our team. This person would not only have the opportunity to work on prestigious pharmaceutical accounts but will also primarily work on exciting, industry issues campaigns, managing a strong team and overseeing the clients. Partnering with our highly-regarded leadership team, this person help to mentor and grow our existing staff and serve as a trusted advisor to their clients. The ideal candidate will be a superstar healthcare communicator who thrives in an environment where passion, creativity and curiosity are valued. We are looking for someone who has experience with FDA regulations, R&D communications, pre-commercial and on-market product promotion, direct-to-physician and direct-to-patient communications, and who embraces the rapid change occurring in the way communications impacts business. Previous implementation and success using online influence campaigns is required. Successful candidates will have a passion for client service, mentoring and growing direct reports and colleagues, as well as networking skills — and an interest in being part of a growing global healthcare practice
Responsibilities:
Client Service: • Leadership role on existing client business, manage and grow existing business and support business development efforts
• Drive strategic communication planning process and ongoing assessment of campaign success in accordance with client planning process
• Manage and track budgets ensuring programs are delivered on budget and within client’s expectations
• Ensure flawless execution of all program elements across multichannel programs that incorporate earned, paid and owned communications
• Establish strong collaboration and communication across account teams People Management:
• Mentor and motivate staff with the goal of retention and development
• Oversee resource allocation across team including staffing/hiring new talent
• Model and foster agency values of collaboration, balance and enjoyment of our work Agency Business:
• Oversee account team financial and resource management issues and track team utilization
• Support new and organic growth opportunities
• Contribute to agency strategic planning initiatives
• Educate & oversee team on cross agency activities
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field
• At least ten years experience in healthcare communications with at least 5 years of agency experience
• Broad range of healthcare communications experience and a proven track record designing and implementing innovative, holistic client solutions
• Entrepreneurial nature and attitude wag123
No salary provided
Posted May 11, 2015 at 01:00AM from LinkedIn http://ift.tt/1PBj6mU
