Managing Director

Syneos Health • New York City, NY

75d • $300,000 - $335,000

About The Position

Spherico is the market access agency of GSW, one of the largest full-service healthcare advertising agencies in the U.S. We exist because Syneos Health believes access is essential: life-saving and life-enhancing therapies should be available at the right time, every time. We communicate with payers, health systems, providers, patients, caregivers, pharmacists, and others. When brands need to gain or optimize access so their medicines reach their potential, Spherico identifies unmet needs and the issues that magnify a product's value—and we find ways to accelerate growth, regardless of the barrier. Our diverse capabilities—advertising, digital, communications planning and predictive modeling, media, and market research—are delivered by a team of best-in-class marketers. This leader manages the day-to-day operations of Spherico, partnering with functional leaders to maximize talent and inspire innovation for clients while achieving financial objectives. The role is accountable for retaining and growing the client base through organic expansion and new business wins.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (MBA desirable) with 12+ years of experience, ideally 7+ years in the healthcare industry in a communications capacity.
• Demonstrates strong character, particularly integrity, honesty, and empathy.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills with an interest in developing & mentoring people.

Responsibilities

• Directs agency leadership team toward the achievement of strategic and financial objectives outlined in an annual business plan.
• Defines the overall strategic direction for the organization, ensuring talent, resources and process are aligned to maximize organizational growth within approved budgets.
• Works with functional leadership to guide departmental efforts and achieve organizational goals.
• Ensures activities and processes align with agency mission and value proposition, leading efforts to develop a culture that supports individual and organizational growth.
• Identifies and develops new business relationships, creates growth opportunities, and helps secure new business wins.
• Fosters an agency environment and culture that helps develop, support and provide mentorship to the staff.
• Acts as a conduit between the agency and Syneos Health counterparts for sharing information and best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company match 401k
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees