Account Director, Public Relations - Healthcare (pharma/rx) (m/w/div)

Weber Shandwick

Frankfurt, Germany
Not specified; benefits: 28 days vacation + holida...
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Pharmaceutical industry pr experience
Rx medication communication expertise
Regulatory knowledge in health communications
** Weber Shandwick is seeking an Account Director for its Public Relations team specializing in healthcare, particularly in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in strategic communications, media relations, and a deep understanding of regulatory requirements in health communication. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing strategic counseling and leading national and international clients focused on specialty PR for prescription medications.
  • Candidates will translate complex medical and scientific concepts into compelling stories and place content in relevant professional media and digital platforms.
  • The company offers a permanent contract, 28 days of vacation plus additional holidays, hybrid work options, and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning.

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** Weber Shandwick is seeking an Account Director for its Public Relations team specializing in healthcare, particularly in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in strategic communications, media relations, and a deep understanding of regulatory requirements in health communication. **

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: 28 days vacation + holidays; Hybrid work and flexible hours included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pharmaceutical industry PR experience
  • Rx medication communication expertise
  • Regulatory knowledge in health communications
  • Media relations in German-speaking markets
  • Team leadership and project management

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Digital platform content placement
  • Event planning for professional audiences
  • Stakeholder engagement capabilities
  • Agile team environment adaptability

Key Requirements

  • Several years of relevant agency experience in Fach-PR
  • Fluent German and very good English language skills
  • Experience with integrated media relations campaigns
  • Fundamental knowledge of regulatory requirements in health communication

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