Account Director / Vice President, Healthcare Corporate Communications

Job Description

ICR, a leading global strategic communications firm is seeking an Account Director or Vice President to join its growing Healthcare Corporate Communications team. This individual will be responsible for leading accounts and developing and executing strategic communications plans that advance client business objectives, influence public opinion and enhance corporate reputation across a diverse roster of biopharmaceutical, medical technology, diagnostics, healthcare services and healthcare technology clients.

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The VP will also participate in business development efforts and contribute to firm marketing initiatives to further support ICR Healthcare’s growth. The ideal candidate excels in a team environment where management and junior staff work hand-in-hand across integrated corporate communications, media relations and investor relations programs to achieve outstanding results.

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Responsibilities

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• Drive day-to-day execution across multiple accounts for our roster of global biopharmaceutical, medical technology, diagnostics, healthcare services and healthcare technology clients
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• Understand the client’s overall business objectives and develop strategies to effectively support and promote specific campaigns
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• Develop / refine corporate messaging to ensure clients’ value propositions are conveyed in a clear and compelling way
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• Actively research, plan and develop strategic corporate communications programs including media relations, thought leadership and social media components
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• Drive proactive efforts to identify and secure media opportunities and achieve meaningful results for clients
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• Participate in special situations projects including: M&A and crisis communications
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• Assist with business development efforts and support the team’s external marketing efforts
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• Develop, and oversee development of a wide range of client content, including press releases, bylined articles, media pitches, and digital content
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• Maintain strong relationships with healthcare, business, financial and trade media
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• Effectively manage account teams, including budget and staffing
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• Effectively mentor junior team members to elevate the skills, performance, and impact of the entire team.
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Qualifications

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• 7+ years of relevant agency or corporate communications experience
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• Experience working on integrated communications programs, including investor relations, preferred
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• B.S/B.A in public relations, marketing, business communications or related field
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• Proven healthcare media relations experience necessary
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• Experience working in the healthcare sector required
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• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage clients and accounts, including managing junior staff, client issues, budgets, etc.
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• Previous experience in business development, including research, RFPs, and pitching client prospects is preferred.
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• Ability to take initiative and proactively anticipate client needs
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• Strong writing skills and experience overseeing development of a wide range of corporate content and materials, including messaging, presentations, press releases, media pitches and social media posts
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• Excellent organizational and planning skills; able to work quickly under pressure, handling and prioritizing multiple assignments
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• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-up
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Salary ranges:

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Account Director: $90,000 - $130,000

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Vice President: $120,000 - $150,000