Associate Medical Strategy Director, McCann Health London
About McCann Health London
Part of the IPG Health network, McCann Health London is one of the most awarded healthcare communications agencies. Guided by our philosophy, Truth Well Told, and united by our vision to help our clients’ brands play a meaningful role in people’s health, we combine science, creativity, and strategy to deliver top-tier services to leading and emerging health and wellness brands. We challenge convention and strive to create innovative ideas that improve health outcomes worldwide.
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Description
The Associate Medical Strategy Director will lead the implementation of medical strategies, ensuring scientific rigor and strategic differentiation. As a key member of the leadership team, they will collaborate across disciplines, support business growth, and elevate the profile of medical strategy within the agency.
Responsibilities
Knowledge/Expertise
* Apply disease state knowledge, clinical expertise, and strategic skills to inform brand strategies.
Strategic Skills/Tools
* Integrate scientific understanding with market insights to develop communication plans.
* Assist the Director of Medical Strategy in delivering departmental strategic initiatives.
Client Relationships
* Meet client needs and deliverables effectively.
* Participate in brand planning and lead scientific workshops and projects.
* Represent medical strategy in client workshops.
Business Development
* Contribute to new business efforts by leading medical strategy in pitches.
Communication Skills
* Present confidently to internal teams, clients, and KOLs.
* Build collaborative relationships across disciplines and management levels.
* Provide effective leadership, training, and performance management for direct reports.
Requirements
* PhD preferred but not essential.
* Minimum 5 years of industry experience.
* Experience in medical strategy within healthcare advertising.
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