Account Director - Medical Communications

Avalere HealthWashington, DC
$120,000 - $140,000Hybrid

About The Position

Avalere Health is seeking an Account Director to join their Client Service team. This role requires expertise in medical communications and strategic account leadership, focusing on building strong client relationships, driving strategic value, and leading teams to deliver exceptional work. The Account Director will partner with multiple US clients on commercial/marketing and medical affairs projects, ensuring strategic alignment and excellence in delivery. The company's mission is to ensure every patient is identified, treated, supported, and cared for equally, and they foster an enriching, purpose-driven culture that empowers employees to make a tangible impact on patient lives. Avalere Health offers a flexible approach to working, with global hubs and support for remote workers, and emphasizes an inclusive culture with Employee Network Groups and family-friendly policies. They are also committed to professional growth and are part of the Disability Confident Scheme.

Requirements

  • Strong client services experience achieved within a medical communications or healthcare advertising agency.
  • Experience working on medical affairs and commercial deliverables is essential.
  • Skilled in client relationship management and strategic planning.
  • A natural leader who inspires teams and creates a positive, inclusive environment.
  • Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering results.
  • Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain trusted client partnerships, ensuring expectations are met and exceeded.
  • Provide strategic and commercial insight to add value across accounts and deliverables.
  • Lead and motivate account teams, fostering collaboration and excellence.
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing accounts.
  • Drive financial performance, ensuring KPIs are achieved.

Benefits

  • 401K plan with an employer match contribution up to 4% (immediately vested)
  • Life insurance
  • Disability coverage
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote work
  • Option to work from anywhere across the globe two weeks each year
  • 20 vacation days plus one personal well-being day
  • Recognition of 9 public holidays
  • Gifted end-of-year holidays
  • Early Summer Friday finish in June, July, and August
  • Free counselling through employee assistance program
  • Personalized health support
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, family leave
  • Fertility policies
  • Continuous opportunities to professionally develop with on-demand training, support, and global mobility opportunities
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