About

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Our client is a highly respected healthcare agency based in London, they operate across big names in pharmaceutical and consumer health.

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The Opportunity

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This role is ideal for a senior healthcare communications professional ready to step into a broader leadership position. As Associate Director, you will:

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• Take full ownership of major accounts, providing strategic oversight and direction.
• Sit as a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to business planning, team development, and agency culture.
• Lead the development and delivery of integrated, multi-channel communications strategies across media, digital, policy, and thought leadership.
• Serve as a trusted senior advisor to clients, building long-term relationships at the highest levels.
• Actively contribute to agency growth through new business, reputation-building, and team development.

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Main Responsibilities

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• Lead major healthcare communications accounts with a focus on purpose-led, high-impact work.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior client stakeholders, ensuring outstanding service and results.
• Drive the development of integrated campaign strategies across media, digital, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee and inspire multi-disciplinary teams, fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, lead pitch development, and represent the agency externally.
• Collaborate with fellow senior leaders to shape agency strategy, culture, and operational excellence.

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Skills & Experience

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• Substantial experience in healthcare communications within a fast-paced agency environment.
• Strong strategic mindset with proven success in leading complex, high-profile accounts.
• In-depth understanding of the UK healthcare and pharmaceutical landscape, including media, policy, and regulatory contexts.
• Exceptional relationship-builder, confident advising and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Inspirational leader with a collaborative approach and commitment to mentoring and team development.
• Passionate about purpose-driven work and making a meaningful difference in health and care.

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To apply, please submit your CV via the link.

For more information on healthcare communications and PR jobs at award-winning agencies, contact Tasmin Khin at Tasmin.k@ellwoodatfield.com.

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