Account Director, Publications & Med Affairs

At Real Chemistry, making the world a healthier place isn’t just an aspiration—it’s our everyday reality. Our drive to transform healthcare is informed by our blend of deep scientific expertise, human-centred creativity, and AI-driven insights, fostering a unique environment where innovation thrives and our people are impact-obsessed. As a global agency, we provide a full suite of services across healthcare communications and marketing to our clients, including top players in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Our #LifeatRealChem culture is rooted in our people—we believe we are best together and are committed to excellence for both our clients and colleagues. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, if you share our passion for healthcare and connection, we invite you to explore our opportunities. Discover your purpose. Embrace innovation. Experience #LifeatRealChem. What do we need? We're looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Account Director to join our award-winning Real Chemistry team. Working across one of our growing global publications accounts as well as supporting across other medical affairs accounts, you will be responsible for excellence in delivery across the entire programme of work, providing strategic counsel to clients, autonomously leading a cross-functional internal team and proactively seeking opportunities to grow the account. What will you do? Be the go-to for clients, managing relationships and setting their expectations Take accountability for the delivery of client work on one of our growing publications accounts, plus an additional medical affairs account Maintain knowledge of clients' business and external factors impacting it Confidently formulate objectives and strategies for new client work Identify areas for organic growth within existing accounts and confidently sell ideas Identify new business opportunities outside of existing accounts Support the ongoing new business process Promote clear and free-flowing communication lines between accounts, MW, PM, creative, strategists and any other business functions Provide coaching and mentoring to junior team members and manage their performance Line manage at least one accounts team member AA – SAM, providing day-to-day support and longer-term career development guidance Take responsibility for financial management of your client business and participate actively in the monthly financial process Develop accurate budgets for clients and track resource use against available budget throughout the month Accurately forecast and proactively alert senior leadership to any changes/potential slowing down of business Ensure the profitability of your accounts, addressing any problems such as over-service or scope creep Who you are? Already working as an Account Director within a medical communications agency Extensive experience working on publications and medical affairs accounts Excellent business communication skills, including informal/formal presentation and writing skills Skilled in data communication and able to develop final documents and presentations Proven ability to develop solutions to client needs and problems Leadership skills, with experience and capability to lead and develop junior staff Proven ability to support and drive new business operations alone and as part of bigger team Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work Profile here . We believe we can do our best when feeling our best, which is why we’ve put together a benefits program designed to give you the support you and your family need at every stage of life. Real Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, tailored to your region. Globally, this includes offices in our key markets with free snacks to keep you running all day long, generous holiday and paid time off, options for private medical, dental, and vison plans,