Senior Account Executive

Ogilvy was founded in 1948 by David Ogilvy. David created a culture that deeply respects and cares about its people and clients. Our mission is to inspire people and brands to make an impact and we are committed to attracting, growing, and retaining the best talent in the industry.

Ogilvy Health UK is made up of healthcare communication specialists across the disciplines of medical education and communications; brain sciences; brand promotion; digital and social; strategic planning; public relations; and creative/design. We believe we are like no other: we blaze new trails; we encourage a culture of creativity and innovation; we challenge, and we change; and we recognise and reward our team.

Job Title: Senior Account Executive | Brand & Marketing Communications | Ogilvy Health UK (12m FTC)
Department: Brand & Marketing Communications (BMC)
Location: London (Hybrid Model)
Contract Type: 12-month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC)
Working Hours: Full Time (5 days per week / 37.5 hours)

This is an incredibly exciting time to join Ogilvy Health! Working as global Agency of Record for an innovative pharma client, this is an opportunity to join a team supporting a client on a dynamic portfolio of brands.

We're looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced Account Executive or a newly promoted Senior Account Executive to become an integral part of this growing account team. You'll be instrumental in supporting the day-to-day work streams for brands, working closely with wider teams including project management and creative.

As a Senior Account Executive, you will play a pivotal role in the effective implementation of client campaigns and programmes.

• Developing and delivering creative campaigns that resonate globally.
• Supporting congress booth presence.
• Launching disease state awareness campaigns.

• Client Leadership: Serve as a key day-to-day contact, nurturing strong relationships with the client and, where appropriate, leading client meetings and presentations.
• Strategic Insight: Develop a thorough understanding of the client's brands, the competitive market environment, relevant clinical data, and overarching marketing strategy.
• Project Management: Devise project plans and timelines, taking responsibility for driving specific activities and ensuring all projects adhere to Ogilvy Health’s quality standards and deadlines.
• Quality & Accuracy: Produce accurate and compelling copy for a variety of outputs, including status reports, presentations, and social media posts.
• Financial Acumen: Become more involved in the commercial aspects, potentially assisting with budget development, sourcing quotes, budget control, tracking projects, and invoicing.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with our creative team, strategy & planning, and external suppliers, taking responsibility for briefing, tracking, and managing these key partners.
• Mentorship & Development: You'll report to your account team lead day-to-day and benefit from a dedicated line manager to support your career development.

• Experience: A solid foundation already gained within a healthcare advertising or medical comms agency.
• Collaboration: Naturally collaborative, thriving in a team environment while also capable of independent work.
• Proactivity: You anticipate problems and plan for them, proactively flagging any potential roadblocks.
• Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy are paramount – you take real pride in your work.
• Innovation: Bring fresh thinking, creativity, and new ideas to brainstorms and proactive client proposals.
• Curiosity: A genuine curiosity about our business, the wider world, and the evolving healthcare landscape.
• Passion: A demonstrable passion for global health and pharmaceutical communications, coupled with a good understanding of the highly regulated environment in which we operate.
• Time Management: Exceptional time management skills, able to work effectively on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communication: Confident in your communication, and comfortable asking for help or guidance when you need it.

• Time Off: 25 days holiday + your birthday off and a…