VP, Strategy Director, PRI

About the position

The VP, Strategy Director is responsible for defining medical communications strategy on behalf of our clients with a deep understanding of the market, customer, competition, and brand. Additionally, the VP should efficiently identify and persuasively present actionable implications and recommendations to clients. They are expected to have deep experience with uncovering novel insights and developing innovative strategic recommendations. This is a client-facing position and being seen as a valued client partner is critical to this role. This position reports to the SVP, Strategic & Scientific Services.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic deliverables that include but are not limited to: competitive analysis; brand positioning; creative core idea; market research synthesis, creative brief, workshops (activities and output reports), and brand plans
• Support strategic thinking and analytical skills beyond the department
• Understand and access available tools and data resources; recommend tools that would expand agency capabilities
• Understand beliefs (rational and emotional) of the target audiences (HCPs and patients) as well as drivers and barriers of behavior, and identify leverage points for change
• Build strong relationships with client teams
• Support business development (RFP, pitch, relationship development, and organic growth)

Requirements

• 7-10 years' experience in pharmaceutical marketing and/or strategy consulting in pharmaceuticals/healthcare or pharmaceutical advertising agency experience
• Bachelor's degree required
• Proven experience in having a leadership role in crafting communications strategy and programs in alignment with strategies
• Demonstrate current knowledge of and excellent communication skills on medical and pharmaceutical industry issues
• Experience leading competing priorities and tight deadlines
• Ability to travel (US and International) as necessary

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in oncology and/or rare diseases preferred

Benefits

• A competitive compensation package
• The salary range for this position is $150,000-$175,000
• Paid annual vacation, holiday and sick time off
• Comprehensive health plans including medical, dental and vision
• Competitive 401(k) investment options and generous company matching program
• Life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Employee referral awards
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training opportunities through industry-recognized programs
• A creative and passionate workplace and a fun, collaborative team environment
• Three Week 'Work from Anywhere' benefit, to ensure work life balance