Account Director - Healthcare

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. Learn more at .

At Burson our people are at our heart. Together we are 'Moving people'. In our teams, we are moving them forward in their careers, enabling their aspirations and nurturing them through a growth mindset. For our clients and end audiences, we are moving people to be informed, to think differently, to act, to evolve, to communicate better, all through our hugely impactful rated communications campaigns.

When the world's biggest healthcare brands are seeking solutions, they come to Burson. From awareness campaigns and activations to one-of-a-kind app experiences and beyond, our work reaches people despite the complex ecosystem. Known for pushing the limits of traditional healthcare communications with a complete 360-degree integrated offer for our clients; social, digital, data, brands, celebrity, science, corporate, consumer, policy and more. We're a group of people who work hard as a team to continue building our reputation as visionaries in the industry.

We are looking for individuals who want to challenge both themselves and the status quo. Who will bring their true selves and their passion to the team, and the work we do.

Creativity, collaboration and insight-led integrated communications is at the heart of the agency's offering. There is unrivaled encouragement from all corners of the company to push the envelope and deliver bold client proposals and campaigns which create valuable business impact - making Burson an employer of choice for those who wish to be at the forefront of the industry.

YOUR ROLE AS A BURSON PERSON

The Account Director role is open to experienced Senior Account Managers and existing embedded Account Directors, looking to learn and grow with us. You will have a solid grounding in communications, within agency or similar environments. We are seeking candidates with a breadth of experience in communications for the pharmaceutical industry. Proven experience of leading projects is essential, as well as involvement in leading teams to success. In this role, under the guidance of senior team members, you will have a hands-on approach in managing client relationships and delivering strategic and well-thought-out integrated communications programmes that are based on industry specific knowledge. You will be able to contribute your strategic thinking and shape programmes and activity. You will also take a proactive role in new business development, and in agency operations and forums, always contributing to the strength of our broader team both internally and externally.

YOU'LL BRING ALONG WITH YOU

• Previous experience working across Global/EMEA communications programmes for pharmaceutical clients
• Experienced in building strong client relationships
• Well versed in leading and implementing client projects
  • Data and brand communications
  • Digital and social media campaigns
  • Disease awareness/unbranded campaigns and advocacy relations
• Exposure to account financials, internal forecasting and reporting
• Prior experience in new business pitching
• People management in client teams and line management

WHAT MAKES A BURSON PERSON

• Collaborative, curious, hardworking, kind, fun and willing to get immersed to deliver brilliant work
• Eagerness to learn, to grow, and find the positives
• Readiness to contribute to team culture and well-being
• Inclusive and open-minded outlook, with readiness to embrace individuality

OUR LONDON OFFICE

Burson employs over 450 people in the UK, and our stunning Southwark offices run over two floors as part of the larger WPP Campus, Rose Court. We have access to a beautiful roof terrace with panoramic views across London and a bar/restaurant area, which is a great spot for client meetings and socialising with the wider agency and other WPP OpCo's.

DE&I

At Burson, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting, and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. It also enables our agency to thrive and deliver brilliant work.

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• 25 days holiday per year. After 3 years continuous service the entitlement will rise by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 30 days after 7 years
• Your birthday off
• Flexible Public Holidays - you can swap public holidays for days of personal significance.
• Group life assurance scheme (4x basic salary).
• Discounted holiday travel insurance
• Full access to Headspace app
• Westfield Health Cash Plan
• Benefits Portal - Employee benefits portal provided by Telus Health
• Matched pension contributions