Account Executive, Health – Pharma PR

DJE Kinisi • New York, NY

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About The Position

Edelman is seeking an early-career Account Executive to join its U.S. Health team in New York. The role supports communications programs for a leading global pharmaceutical company, with an emphasis on scientific data, healthcare innovation, and compelling storytelling. The Account Executive helps translate complex healthcare information into clear, accurate, and impactful communications while working collaboratively on high-profile client initiatives in a fast-paced agency environment.

The position is suited to an organized, proactive communicator with strong writing skills, attention to detail, and an interest in healthcare innovations and pharmaceutical communications. Relevant experience may come from pharmaceutical communications, consumer health, wellness, or another communications discipline. The anticipated annual salary range is $55,000–$68,000 USD. Pay is based on factors including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, paid time off, and region-specific benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• At least 1 year of professional experience in public relations, communications, public affairs, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently on assigned tasks, and communicate proactively with colleagues and clients.
• Genuine interest in scientific storytelling, healthcare data, and the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong collaboration skills and willingness to learn, share knowledge, and contribute to an inclusive team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience or exposure to healthcare, pharmaceutical, consumer health, or wellness communications.
• Familiarity with medical, legal, and regulatory review processes.
• Experience working in an agency environment or supporting multiple client deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day communications programs for a global pharmaceutical client, focusing on scientific data, healthcare innovation, and storytelling.
• Draft, edit, and proofread client-facing materials, including emails, social media content, status updates, and communications documents.
• Coordinate weekly client agendas, hot lists, project timelines, and tracking documents to keep deliverables organized and on schedule.
• Support medical, legal, and regulatory review processes, ensuring materials are accurate, consistent, and aligned with client requirements.
• Monitor relevant media coverage, industry developments, and healthcare trends to identify insights and opportunities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams to support timely execution of communications initiatives and client deliverables.
• Partner with and provide day-to-day guidance to junior team members.
• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities, anticipate next steps, and maintain high standards of accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Annual bonuses may be available.
• Paid time off policy.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Travel assistance.
• Wellness programming.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level