Program Director

3 weeks ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Tbwa ChiatDay Inc Full time

Amsterdam, NL · London, UK · Manchester, UK

About us

Excerpta Medica is a fast-growing medical communications agency; we are part of the Adelphi Group and seamlessly connected to the full Adelphi offerings of real-world evidence, market access, and research. We are also part of the Omnicom Health Group, the largest healthcare marketing and communications network in the world.

At Excerpta Medica we develop scientific content to spark debate, educate, and stimulate dialogue for our global pharmaceutical and biotech customers. Our international team offers advice and support in medical strategy and publication planning and is specialized in creating innovative medical education and communications programmes.

We combine scientific insight with best practices in education and communication, including digital channels and AI-based tools, to develop programmes for healthcare professionals and patients that are both engaging and impactful. We have a strong commitment to our clients, and we work in close-knit teams of exceptional colleagues, all unique and curious individuals striving to deliver excellence.

Are you looking to take the next step or broaden your leadership experience?

We are looking for an ambitious:

Program Director (London, Manchester, or Amsterdam)

Medical Communications

About the role

Our Program Directors (PDs) are strategic partners to our pharmaceutical/biotechnology clients, leading creation and implementation of high-quality, innovative, strategic medical communication and education programs. Our PDs are focused on organic growth of their client accounts, generating leads and playing leading roles in business pitches when required. They are also responsible for leading account teams in the delivery of programs, are people-focused, and enjoy line management and mentoring staff to support their growth.

Your responsibilities

  • Strategic consultancy for clients, leading creation and implementation of high-quality, innovative, strategic medical communication and education programs
  • Leadership of medical communications account team(s) in delivery of high-quality projects/programs
  • Drive organic growth of assigned client accounts through identifying and acting on opportunities for new business
  • Ensure consistent high-quality delivery of programs
  • Drive the development of innovative products and services within assigned accounts and share experience with colleagues
  • Line management and mentoring of staff, supporting their growth in the business
  • Provide a stimulating learning environment of on-the-job training for line reports / account team members
  • Take a lead role in internal proposal/pitch brainstorming and development
  • Financial reporting and forecasting for assigned accounts, and achievement of financial goals

What we offer

  • Membership and a leader of a team that is committed to high-quality work, values teamwork, and focuses on continuing to develop and improve skills
  • Many opportunities for learning and career development, as we expect you to grow fast professionally
  • Flexibility in working hours and location, including work-from-home options, to enable you to successfully balance work and personal life
  • A shared passion for results: we work hard and celebrate our successes in style
  • Office locations close to the centre of the vibrant cities of Amsterdam, Manchester, and London
  • An opportunity to broaden your horizons by working in a dynamic, international, and multicultural organization with highly educated and dedicated colleagues
  • Competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience, including a yearly bonus as well as other bonus opportunities
  • EM Academy for ongoing professional training and development

Requirements, skills, and qualifications for this role

  • Strong leadership and people development skills
  • Proven consultancy skills and ability to develop strong, novel strategic plans
  • Proven experience in leading strategic medical communications/education accounts, including omnichannel approaches to creating impactful programmes
  • A strong interest in communication and/or education best practices
  • Publication planning experience is a plus
  • Experience working with Pharma Medical Affairs and/or Marketing groups a strong plus
  • Experience in leading matrix teams
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English

Suitable candidates for the Amsterdam, London and Manchester (Bollington) offices need to hold a permanent EU or UK work permit as appropriate. Please be aware that a skills assessment and/or background check may be part of the recruitment process.

Excerpta Medica is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability.

We will not respond to any canvassing queries received in response to this vacancy.

Omnicom Health Group is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is equally distributed, and we're focused on developing diverse teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join us—we look forward to getting to know you.

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