VP, Group Account Director - Medical Communications
The Lockwood Group, LLCSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, AdvertisingIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline
- 10 to 15 years of pharma agency experience
- 5 years of experience as account director including management of major accounts
- Experience in building and managing teams including coaching and mentoring
- Proficiency and understanding of operations including the Tank process
- Excellent knowledge of the trends of the communication and marketing industries
- Strong strategic ability
- Business savvy and financial acumen
- Great communication and persuasion skills
- Self-starter aptitude and ability to work autonomously
- Inspirational leadership with ability to propose effective solutions and make decisions
- Emotional intelligence
- Ability to build trust relationships
- Passion about getting things done within stringent internal/external timelines and deadlines
- Multitasking ability and capacity to work under pressure in fast-paced evolving and growing internal/external environments
- Desire to be an important member of business growth
- Planning and organizational skills
Responsibilities
- Develop a deep understanding of the strategic/tactical needs of each brand under their responsibility and participate in the development of the strategic and tactical brand plans with their Account teams
- Develop and maintain long-term partnerships with both the brand team and senior management
- Provide leadership by anticipating opportunities and roadblocks in order to optimize team performance and intervene accordingly
- Act as a role model and coach to the account directors and other direct reports
- Actively meet with account directors and their teams to ensure the management of projects are running smoothly
- Be actively involved in ensuring the cross-fertilization of best practices within their teams and the Client Services group as a whole
- Provide guidance and clarity in identifying team priorities and gaps
- Monitor the performance of projects and programs, serving as a change manager to optimize the process
- Manage processes through internal teams, clients and suppliers
- Ensure that client mandates are successfully carried out
- Provide clear and timely information to any internal resources involved in project
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience is required for the Group Account Director role?
Candidates need a Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline, 10 to 15 years of pharma agency experience, 5 years as account director managing major accounts, and experience building and managing teams including coaching and mentoring.
What are the key skills needed for this position?
The role requires proficiency and understanding of operations including the Tank process, excellent knowledge of communication and marketing industry trends, strong strategic ability, business savvy and financial acumen, and great communication and persuasion skills.
What is the salary or compensation for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this position remote or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for the Group Account Director position?
A strong candidate will have 10-15 years of pharma agency experience with 5 years managing major accounts, proven team leadership including coaching, strong strategic and business acumen, and deep knowledge of pharma marketing trends and operations.
Tank Worldwide
Creates advertising campaigns for pharmaceuticals
About Tank Worldwide
TANK Worldwide exemplifies the perfect blend of art and science in the advertising sector, primarily serving pharmaceutical companies and innovative start-ups. By skillfully utilizing data analytics, digital media, and creative design, the company crafts advertising campaigns that not only captivate but also effectively change behaviors. This focus on impactful and measurable outcomes, coupled with a creative culture that promotes collaboration and innovation, makes it an exemplary workplace for those passionate about pushing the boundaries of advertising and healthcare communication.
Montreal, CanadaHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Industrial & Manufacturing, DefenseIndustries
51-200Employees
Risks
Potential backlash if 'Speechlist' is seen as performative.
Economic downturns may reduce client marketing budgets.
Increased competition in the health and wellness sector.
Differentiation
Tank Worldwide collaborates with DESTA to amplify Black voices through 'Speechlist'.
Focus on culturally relevant marketing campaigns enhances brand authenticity and engagement.
Utilizes AI in creative advertising, aligning with industry trends.
Upsides
Rising demand for personalized health and wellness marketing strategies.
Increased use of podcasts and audio content in marketing.
Growing consumer preference for culturally relevant marketing campaigns.
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