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

Weber Shandwick

Köln, Germany
Not specified; benefits: 28 days vacation; hybrid ...
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Experience in pharma/biotech pr
Knowledge of rx medication regulations
Integrated media campaign development
** Weber Shandwick is seeking an experienced Account Director for their Public Relations team in the healthcare sector, specifically focused on pharmaceutical and biotech clients. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in strategic PR, experience in managing campaigns, and fluency in both German and English. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves strategic consulting and leading national and international clients focused on professional public relations for prescription drugs.
  • Candidates must translate complex medical concepts into compelling stories and secure placements in specialized health media and digital platforms.
  • The company offers a permanent contract, 28 days of vacation, hybrid work options, and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Weber Shandwick is seeking an experienced Account Director for their Public Relations team in the healthcare sector, specifically focused on pharmaceutical and biotech clients. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in strategic PR, experience in managing campaigns, and fluency in both German and English. **

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: 28 days vacation; Hybrid work; Subsidized Deutschlandticket; Bike leasing; Unlimited LinkedIn Learning

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience in Pharma/Biotech PR
  • Knowledge of Rx medication regulations
  • Integrated media campaign development
  • Strong German and English language skills
  • Team leadership and budget management

Nice-to-have

  • Crossmedia campaign collaboration
  • Event planning and execution
  • Stakeholder engagement with patient groups
  • Agile team environment experience

Key Requirements

  • Multi-year agency experience in Fach-PR
  • Fundamental knowledge of regulatory requirements
  • Fluent German and very good English proficiency

Work Rights

Not specified

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