Senior Account Executive

Are you an ambitious account handler with a creative flair and an interest in healthcare, life sciences and improving patients’ lives? We’re looking for a Senior Account Executive to join a truly independent and purpose-driven healthcare advertising agency.

Working closely with major global clients, you’ll help bring multi-channel creative and digital campaigns to life. You’ll be part of a close-knit, supportive team who value collaboration, learning and shared success.

Everything you need to know about the role

As Senior Account Executive, you’ll support the day-to-day running of key accounts and manage your own projects from start to finish. You'll liaise directly with clients, contribute ideas to campaign planning, and ensure projects stay on track, on time and on budget.

• Support Account Managers and Account Directors in delivering creative and digital campaigns for major life sciences and healthcare brands
• Develop a thorough understanding of clients’ brands and market environments
• Manage your own projects, timelines and budgets – ensuring quality and profitability
• Delegate tasks to and support Account Executive colleagues
• Prepare studio briefs, attend brainstorming meetings and help shape campaign strategies
• Review creative work against briefs and proofread content before delivery
• Maintain clear and prompt communication with clients, often leading conversations for your projects

Experience and qualities that make you a strong fit

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a client management role, ideally within healthcare advertising or communications
• High motivation, creative mindset and can-do attitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Organised, proactive and eager to learn
• Ideally degree-educated in advertising, marketing or life sciences

What’s on offer?

• Competitive salary up to £37,500 (depending on experience)
• Flexible hybrid working from bright, modern Oxfordshire offices (currently two days in office per week)
• Private healthcare and pension scheme
• Performance-based bonuses
• 28+ days annual leave including birthday day off
• Regular social events and creative brainstorming sessions
• Supportive, people-first environment that values growth and wellbeing

Could this be the role for you?

If you’d love to progress your career in a creative, friendly agency supporting clients who make a difference in healthcare and life sciences, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply below or send your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected]

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