Associate Account Director (Healthcare Communications)

Associate Account Director (Healthcare Communications)Real Chemistry is looking for an Associate Account Director to join our growing team!The Account Director is responsible for client relationships and serves as a trusted partner to clients. The ideal candidate for this role has a stellar client services reputation and is passionate about health care and digital health. In addition to leading client engagements, they will manage and galvanize cross-functional team members to think smarter, work effectively, drive innovative and integrated solutions, and deliver groundbreaking results and client satisfaction.This is a hybrid role, based in any of our US offices—including New York City, Boston, Chicago, Carmel, or San Francisco—or remotely within the US, depending on team and business needs.Develop and maintain productive client relationships to ensure that recommendations and results surpass client expectations.Manage internal teams to ensure technical and operational excellence in all executionsAct as a gate-keeper in identifying red flags and recommending proactive solutions to mitigate riskEscalate problems and risks appropriately using sound judgement and technical knowledgeCollaborate with colleagues and peers throughout the business to identify opportunities to streamline, elevate and innovate our tactical processesTrain junior staff on Real Chemistry processes, account management responsibilities and the healthcare / digital landscapeUnderstand cross-functional capabilities and motivates cross-functional teamworkMotivate teams through engaging and active management and career development practicesSet clear performance objectives and utilizes all management tools to communicate alignment and performance measuresThrough your stewardship of client budgets and internal resources you have become a trusted partner for your client, ensuring all campaigns are perfectly executedThoroughly understands and communicates clients' expectations internally to ensure staffing resources and performance expectations are metMaintain ongoing, effective communications with client peers to ensure there are no surprises and Real Chemistry's work is meeting all expectationsContribute to overall client financial management and establishes and meets internal client and project revenue targetsParticipate in quarterly and annual strategic communications planning and business analysisManage multiple client projects of varying sizes in a fast-paced environmentCollaborate with client peers to drive solutions that respond to business and communications challengesDevelop a thorough understanding of Real Chemistry's capabilities and demonstrates a passion for healthcare, digital and communications to help spot opportunities for the client to achieve greater successWork closely with the client and internal teams to identify organic growth opportunitiesSuccessfully create drafts of decks for programs, media strategies, POVs, etc.

for review and input from senior team membersLook for ways to identify, develop and grow integrated business (social media/digital, content)This position is a perfect fit for you if:Our Company values – Best Together, Impact-Obsessed, Excellence Expected, Evolve Always and Accountability with an "I" – really speak to you.You are adaptable, resilient, and OK with adjusting your scope, responsibilities, and focus as we grow. When things change, so do we. We're always evolving.You are proactive, driven, and resourceful with strong prioritization skills and a desire to dive into the data.You are highly organized self-starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines.What you should have:The position may require some domestic travel for client meetings and conferences (10 percent).

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing or a related field or equivalent experience is required (6-8+ years)Must have healthcare PR experience; integrated experience preferredThorough understanding of the ever-changing digital landscapeExceptional project management skills: demonstrated ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, prioritize and manage detailed budgetsExcellent business communication skillsInformal/formal presentation and writing skills; including presenting to clientsSkilled in data communicationCan explain complex technical terms, clinical trials, and studies pertaining to the brandAble to develop final documents and presentations and guide strategy for junior staffAble to communicate critical information to management and the clientProven ability to develop and maintain strong and productive client relationshipsAble to develop solutions to client needs and problems:Collaborates with internal partners to strategize ideasResearches the market to identify trends and data to support ideasUnderstands program objectives and strategiesAbility to direct and synthesize research for new businessHave a professional presence, perform with a sense of urgency and with a profound client service orientationHigh energy, able to effectively operate in fast-paced, growing and evolving environmentPay Range: $85,000 - $95,000 This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and geographical location. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.