Account Director

VP, Account Director - Purplemoon Location: Montclair, New Jersey, United States of America Time Type: Full time Job Description Purplemoon, an IQVIA business, is a full-service, rare disease agency staffed with a rare blend of ridiculously talented people. With a mix of brand & agency leadership, we elevate the traditional agency roster with a purpose-built team of problem solvers, each with extensive experience. We also offer a seamless brand experience with an end-to-end approach for our clients. We aim to create a consistent and cohesive brand journey from start to finish, and a more efficient experience for our clients. We are currently seeking an experienced VP, Account Director, who thrives at the intersection of strategy, relationships, and execution. You’ll oversee a high-profile, cross-functional team driving an exciting rare disease launch in the U.S. for a client with whom we share a well-established, trusted partnership. The ideal candidate will bring significant market access experience, with a strong understanding of the access and reimbursement dynamics that influence successful pharmaceutical launches. As VP, Account Director, you’ll provide both strategic guidance and day-to-day partnership - ensuring excellence across every interaction. You’ll mentor and develop exceptional talent, foster collaboration, and maintain the highest standard of client service. This is a role for a true business and people leader who brings energy, precision, and care to everything they do. Primary Responsibilities Serve as the senior strategic and operational lead across a major rare disease brand launch Build and nurture trusted client relationships through responsiveness, reliability, and forward-thinking counsel Bring market access expertise to strategic planning and execution, ensuring access, reimbursement, and commercialization considerations are reflected in the work Partner cross-functionally with creative, strategy, and program excellence to deliver best-in-class work Inspire and develop a growing account team, fostering curiosity, accountability, and professional growth Lead with an "all-in" mindset, balancing strategic vision with a willingness to roll up your sleeves Identify and drive opportunities for organic growth within the existing partnership Represent Purplemoon with confidence, clarity, and integrity in all client and internal interactions Qualifications Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent combination of education and professional experience 7+ years of agency experience , with proven success leading complex, high-visibility healthcare accounts Market access experience is required, including a strong understanding of payer dynamics, reimbursement, and access-related commercialization strategies Experience in rare disease or specialty pharma strongly preferred Exceptional client leadership skills with a reputation for being hyper-responsive and solutions-oriented Strong people leadership abilities - a mentor who grows talent and builds cohesive, motivated teams Strategic mindset combined with operational precision and commercial awareness Collaborative spirit and a passion for doing meaningful, high-quality work Ability to travel as required for both client and IQVIA business needs Please Note : In order to be eligible for this remote role, you must reside within the country where the position is posted. IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism. The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $86,000.00 - $239,500.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr