Location
Central NJ
Position Id
201006
Job Type
Full-Time Regular

Account Supervisor Healthcare

The Account Supervisor will be instrumental in managing and developing client programs, strategic planning, media and client relations serving as key liaison among client, account team and agency management. She/He will lead by example and will further develop their leadership skills and their understanding of the Healthcare and Pharma Communications industry.

Responsibilities:

  • Previous and recent experience in healthcare including Rx, OTC, DTC and HCP accounts.
  • Experience with brand and/or unbranded campaigns.
  • Act as primary contact to clients, continually fostering client-agency relationship to build trust and become a valuable resource and counselor to clients.
  • Manage and delegate responsibilities of daily workflow of multiple accounts while driving consistent media results.
  • Communicate account status to agency management regularly.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in writing and editing materials particularly presentations, program plans and media strategies.
  • Provide strategic guidance to clients and team members on an ongoing basis; anticipate and address client needs.
  • Troubleshoot media, team, or strategy problems as they arise; seek senior management input when appropriate.
  • Motivate team members by promptly reviewing work and providing constructive feedback.
  • Strive to develop the best communication and presentation skills possible to effectively articulate ideas to clients, colleagues and others.
  • Conduct and lead monthly conference calls and meetings with clients.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with influential members of the media in order to ensure placements.
  • Conduct media training sessions with clients and junior staff.
  • Provide guidance and leadership to team members on effective pitching, team issues, account workflow and general account issues.
  • Participate in the development of materials for new business opportunities including timelines, proposals, business decks and case studies; assist in generating new business leads.

Qualifications:

  • B.S/B.A in Public Relations or related field.
  • At least 5 years of PR agency experience.
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong leadership and motivation skills.
  • Proven client relations and supervisory skills.
  • Creative and energetic personality.