Account Director - Public Relations

In the journey of life, your career should make a difference.

At Inizio Evoke, we come together-to do the best work, in the best possible place. We're all in. Because it's everyone's role to make health more human™.

About Us:

Inizio Evoke Comms is a global, award-winning health communications agency that partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medtech, consumer, and non-profit clients. We deliver insights-driven public relations campaigns, policy programs, and initiatives that advance health and wellbeing around the world.

We are looking for an Account Director to join our growing team and to lead projects and programs for multiple clients. This is an opportunity to lead hands-on planning, management, implementation and financial administration of Public Relations (PR) programming for healthcare and pharmaceutical clients, using your communications skillset and experience to improve health and make a difference.

This is a hybrid role that will report to a Senior Vice President.
You Will:

• Client Partnership
  • Develop relationships with clients and external audiences
  • Thoughtfully counsel clients based on communications landscape and business goals, showcasing ability to marry communications/PR tactics up to client's broader strategy
  • Direct planning and execution of projects ensuring timeliness, efficiency and high-quality delivery of results
  • Play a major part in drafting client communications materials, such as emails, project proposals, newsletters, research and results reports, press releases/materials, video scripts, social media content, etc.
  • Have skills necessary to handle issue management, mobilizing teams to provide strategically sound recommendations to clients on how to handle/address issues
  • Play active role in developing and overseeing development of client budgets and SOWs, overseeing monthly financials for each client, and mentoring mid-to-junior level staff on financials
  • Take an active role in monthly forecasting and developing staff plans for core clients
  • Lead client interactions and liaise with external partners
• Business Development
  • Research, develop and present new business proposals, gaining more confidence and experience leading new business efforts
  • Identify and realize opportunities for organic account growth
  • Utilize data to drive agency recommendations and idea generation
• Leadership & Teamwork
  • Provide direct and constructive feedback to junior team members, supporting them in developing fundamental skills (writing, research, logistics, etc.)
  • Encourage regular feedback from manager and team members
  • Conduct annual reviews for direct reports and regular check-ins, overseeing professional development and opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Oversee junior staff by mentoring, motivating, coaching and providing detailed feedback
  • Role model for company values and inspire an inclusive culture

You Have:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business or health / science related field or equivalent experience
• 7+ years' communications or related marketing / advocacy / health experience
• Health communications experience required
• Team player, ability to work cooperatively across teams
• A leadership presence
• Compelling style in communicating with clients, teams and external partners
• Experienced in managing resources and budgets
• Ability to develop well-crafted client presentations
• A passion for improving lives through innovations in health
• An understanding of current issues in domestic and global health

Inizio Evoke provides an exciting and flexible work environment, great compensation packages and outstanding company paid benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and flexible time off.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. This range may differ based on your experience and skill set, geographic location, and cost of living considerations. We consider compensation more than just a base salary - that's why we also offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits, personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

Compensation

$100,000-$135,000 USD

Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.

Location: Grand Central, NY, US

Posted Date: 9/29/2024