Senior Account Director (Healthcare)

TL;DR

Senior Account Director (Healthcare): Leading client partnerships and account growth for a global healthcare communications agency with an accent on strategic leadership and delivery excellence. Focus on translating brand strategy into actionable account plans and driving organic revenue growth.

Location: Hybrid/Remote (Must be based in the UK)

Company

hirify.global is a global healthcare communications partner fusing scientific, behavioural, commercial and strategic expertise to drive outcomes in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors.

What you will do

• Serve as a senior strategic partner and trusted advisor to build long-term client relationships.
• Translate brand and portfolio strategies into insight-driven account plans.
• Lead multiple programs and workstreams to ensure high-quality, on-time, and on-budget delivery.
• Drive organic growth by identifying new opportunities and leading pitch development.
• Manage account finances, including forecasting, margin performance, and revenue delivery.
• Mentor and coach cross-functional teams to foster professional growth and accountability.

Requirements

• Experience within the medcomms or healthcare industry.
• Extensive experience in account management or partnership-focused roles.
• Proven track record of leading and coaching teams in fast-paced environments.
• Experience creating innovative strategic programs and "big picture" thinking.
• Strong skills in delivering presentations and building client partnerships.
• Must be based in the United Kingdom

Nice to have

• Life Science degree.
• Experience leading client pitches.
• Demonstrable success in delivering projects on time and within budget.

Culture & Benefits

• Discretionary bonus scheme and regular incentive schemes.
• Contributory pension (up to 5%) and 4x basic salary life assurance.
• Generous leave: 25 days holiday, Celebration Day, and Christmas closure.
• Comprehensive private family health and dental cover including EAP.
• Flexible holiday buy/sell scheme and family-friendly policies.
• Support for wellbeing via Medicash Healthcare Cash Plan and Season Ticket Loans.