Account Director (Promotional Medical Education)

Real Chemistry

6d•$100,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Real Chemistry is seeking an Account Director to join their Promotional Medical Education team. This role involves leading strategic client partnerships, overseeing the development and execution of healthcare marketing initiatives, and driving the success of peer-to-peer education programs and other brand initiatives. The Account Director will act as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring excellence in execution, compliance, and results-driven outcomes. This is a hybrid role, open to candidates in any of Real Chemistry's US offices (New York City, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, Carmel, IN, or Lambertville, NJ) or remotely within the US, with a preference for candidates local to the Carmel, IN office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field
7+ years of experience in healthcare marketing, agency, or pharmaceutical/biotech industries
Strong knowledge of peer-to-peer education, brand management, and regulatory compliance
Proven experience in strategic planning, project and budget management preferred
Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills

Nice To Haves

Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable with adjusting scope, responsibilities, and focus as the company grows.
Proactive, driven, and resourceful with strong prioritization skills and a desire to dive into the data.
Highly organized self-starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and point of contact
Drive strategic brand initiatives, including peer-to-peer education and channel strategy
Provide data-driven recommendations and adjust strategies based on market dynamics, ROI, and competitor activities
Lead the development and execution of peer-to-peer programs, including business planning and forecasting
Establish metrics to measure success and incorporate learnings into future strategies
Actively participate in brand planning processes and provide strategic guidance throughout project execution
Manage and mentor account team members, including Account Managers, Senior Account Managers, and Associate Account Directors
Set clear performance goals, provide feedback, and support professional development
Forecast resources and assign staff to ensure seamless project execution
Oversee project budgets, timelines, and deliverables to ensure client satisfaction
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with medical, legal, and regulatory requirements
Contribute to the development and refinement of internal processes, including SOPs and best practices
Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing accounts and new clients
Travel: this position may require moderate overnight/weekend travel (up to 30%)