Senior Account Supervisor, Corporate Health, Ruder Finn

Ruder Finn•New York, NY

4d•$100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Ruder Finn is seeking a Senior Account Supervisor, Corporate Health to support strategic communications, corporate reputation, thought leadership, narrative and content development, speaking engagements, and executive visibility for clients in the health and life sciences sectors. The role provides counsel to client stakeholders and manages day-to-day internal and cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, confident client partner, skilled project manager, and collaborative team leader who can translate complex healthcare topics into clear, compelling communications. The position leads client strategy and execution, develops communications plans and recommendations, oversees written materials and account teams, manages budgets and project scope, and supports new business. The Senior Account Supervisor also mentors junior and mid-level staff and works across traditional communications, digital, design, and video disciplines. The anticipated salary range is $100,000–$115,000, with a bonus opportunity. Salary is based on factors including education, internal equity, geography, relevant experience, certifications, skills, abilities, and other job-related qualifications. The role includes a range of company benefits and workplace flexibility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
At least 6 years of experience at a PR agency or in an in-house role.
Strong attention to all phases of account management and the ability to provide proactive, effective client counsel.
Experience interacting professionally with high-level executives, internally, externally, and with clients.
Excellent writing, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to speak knowledgeably with high-level executives.
Willingness and ability to work in a client-focused, team-oriented environment.
Comfort working in a dynamic, changing environment with multiple deadlines and demands.
Strong time-management skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize complex projects.
Proven experience managing a team.
Ability to display and encourage creativity and innovation.
Curiosity and comfort integrating AI tools into communications and workflows.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on healthcare, pharmaceutical, or biotech accounts.

Responsibilities

Serve as the day-to-day lead for clients, managing strategy and execution.
Write, edit, and proofread communications materials, including press releases, presentation decks, talking points, social content, briefing documents, pitch letters, fact sheets, and client correspondence.
Lead development of annual and ad hoc communications plans and strategic recommendations addressing client challenges and opportunities.
Apply analytical thinking to assignments and recommendations.
Lead team, staff, and client meetings and proactively seek and share relevant information with stakeholders.
Establish relationships and maintain regular contact with stakeholders, colleagues, vendors, and clients.
Manage account teams and delegate work to meet client needs on time and on budget while providing staff growth opportunities.
Work effectively in and maximize a cross-functional, integrated environment involving traditional communications, digital, design, and video.
Manage and mentor junior and mid-level staff through motivation, coaching, and regular feedback aligned with agency values.
Scope new projects effectively and manage client budgets.
Maintain a thorough understanding of clients’ businesses, industries, and relevant industry issues.
Contribute to new business activities through research, recommendations, and participation in pitches.