Account Supervisor, Health

Edelman•New York, NY

10d•$68,000 - $96,000

About The Position

Edelman Health is seeking a dynamic and strategic Account Supervisor to join its growing team. The role is suited to a healthcare communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Account Supervisor serves as the primary day-to-day client contact, provides strategic counsel, manages projects and account finances, supports integrated communications planning, and mentors junior staff. The role also requires keeping current on healthcare trends, regulations, media, and stakeholders, and contributing to messaging, media strategies, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
At least 4 years of experience in health communications; agency or in-house experience preferred.
Strong understanding of the healthcare landscape, including regulatory considerations, industry trends, and key stakeholders.
Account management experience and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience crafting compelling narratives and strategic messaging.
Experience managing account budgets and financials.
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior team members.
Ability to collaborate across teams and work effectively in a fast-paced, integrated agency environment.

Nice To Haves

Fluency in leveraging AI tools to enhance communication strategies, optimize content creation, and drive personalized, data-informed engagement across channels.
Agency or in-house health communications experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary day-to-day client contact, build strong relationships, and support client satisfaction through strategic counsel and proactive communication.
Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and workflow, coordinating with cross-functional teams to execute initiatives.
Monitor healthcare industry trends, regulatory updates, and media landscapes and provide timely, relevant client counsel.
Manage budgets and financial performance, support account profitability, and identify opportunities for efficiency and growth.
Mentor and oversee junior staff, providing guidance and development opportunities.
Support the development of integrated communications plans aligned with client objectives and industry best practices.
Help develop messaging, media strategies, and stakeholder engagement initiatives to enhance brand awareness and credibility.