Account Director

Location Remote, New Jersey (In office 1x month or 1x quarter) Job Type Full Time About our client Our client is a boutique healthcare public relations agency with a strong purpose at its core, partnering with some of the most prominent names in the life sciences industry. Their work focuses on bringing innovative therapies to market, increasing awareness around important disease areas, and shaping compelling stories that highlight advancements in healthcare. Overview As an Account Director , you will provide executive leadership across a portfolio of healthcare and life sciences client accounts, serving as a trusted strategic advisor to senior client stakeholders while driving agency growth and account excellence. You will be responsible for the overall health of your accounts, leading integrated communications strategies, ensuring financial performance, and inspiring high‑performing teams to deliver exceptional results. This role is ideal for a seasoned healthcare communications leader who excels at developing long‑term client partnerships, identifying business opportunities, and leading multidisciplinary teams in a fast‑paced agency environment. As an Account Director you will play a key role in shaping agency strategy, mentoring future leaders, and contributing to new business success. You will become part of a collaborative, close‑knit team that combines strategic expertise with a genuine passion for making a meaningful impact in health. Key Responsibilities Serve as the senior strategic advisor for a portfolio of healthcare and life sciences clients, building trusted relationships with executive‑level stakeholders. Develop and lead long‑term communications strategies that align with clients' business objectives and commercial priorities. Provide high‑level strategic counsel on brand positioning, corporate communications, product launches, disease awareness, thought leadership, and reputation management. Lead executive client meetings, annual planning sessions, and business reviews while ensuring exceptional client satisfaction and retention. Identify opportunities to strengthen client partnerships through strategic recommendations and expanded service offerings. Business & Account Leadership Own the overall success, growth, and profitability of multiple client accounts, ensuring financial targets and agency objectives are achieved. Oversee integrated communications programs from strategic planning through execution, ensuring work is delivered to the highest quality standards. Partner with cross‑functional agency teams to deliver innovative, insight‑driven solutions that exceed client expectations. Drive operational excellence by overseeing resource planning, workflow optimization, risk management, and quality assurance across accounts. Agency Growth & Business Development Lead organic business growth initiatives by identifying opportunities to expand existing client relationships. Play a leadership role in new business development, including leading proposals, participating in pitch presentations, developing strategic recommendations, and contributing to agency growth initiatives. Collaborate with agency leadership to shape business strategies, strengthen market positioning, and identify emerging opportunities within healthcare communications. Build and maintain a strong network within the healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotech, and life sciences industries. Lead, mentor, and develop Account Supervisors, Senior Account Supervisors, and other account team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Provide strategic direction, coaching, and performance feedback to support career development and succession planning. Oversee team resource allocation, staffing plans, and workload management to ensure efficient delivery across client portfolios. Champion a positive agency culture that promotes innovation, collaboration, and professional excellence. Own account financial performance, including revenue forecasting, budgeting, profitability, resource planning, and scope management. Ensure projects are delivered within agreed budgets and timelines while maintaining strong financial stewardship. Partner with finance and agency leadership to monitor account performance, mitigate risks, and achieve revenue goals. Establish best practices and processes that improve operational efficiency and client service delivery. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field. 8-10+ years of agency experience, preferably within healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences communications. Proven experience leading large, complex client accounts and providing executive‑level strategic communications counsel. Demonstrated success managing account portfolios, financial performance, and multidisciplinary agency teams. Strong business development experience, including leading proposals, participating in pitches, and driving organic account growth. Exceptional leadership, client relationship management, presentation, negotiation, and communication skills. Strong commercial acumen with experience managing profitability, forecasting, and long‑term account strategy. Ability to influence senior stakeholders, balance multiple priorities, and lead teams in a fast‑paced agency environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr