SVP Medical Communication Strategy MedComms Agency

Job Description

The Senior Vice President (SVP) of Medical Communication Strategy will serve as a visionary leader accountable for strategy development for Medical Communications client work. This individual will shape and drive the development of innovative, evidence-based communication strategies that effectively convey the clinical and scientific value of our pharmaceutical clients’ products. With expertise in bridging science, medicine, and marketing, the SVP will inspire teams, foster client relationships, and position the agency as a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry.

In addition, this individual will be a key driver in growing the Agency’s Med Comm body of work by leading teams in new business pitches and expanding existing agency’s relationships.

Our employees are tasked with delivering excellent business results through the efforts of their teams. These results are achieved by:

• Develop and oversee medical communication strategies across multiple client therapeutic areas to support product launches, lifecycle management, and HCP-focused education initiatives.
• Provide strategic counsel to pharmaceutical and biotech clients on best-in-class scientific messaging and evidence dissemination.
• Lead the conceptualization and execution of high-impact programs, in collaboration with cross-discipline leads (AM, Creative, Medical, PMO, CS, CX, et al), including unbranded and branded campaigns, scientific platforms, and disease education initiatives.
• Serve as the primary strategic advisor for key accounts, ensuring client satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
• Translate complex scientific data into compelling, actionable insights tailored for healthcare professionals.
• Lead workshops, advisory boards, and strategy sessions with clients and external KOLs.
• Act as the pitch-lead for medical communications opportunities.
• Drive the agency’s growth through organic and identifying new business opportunities, expanding client portfolios, and supporting RFI and RFP responses.
• Provide thought leadership in industry forums and publications to enhance the agency’s reputation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align medical communication strategies with broader client opportunities.
• Work closely with SMEs to identify opportunities for innovation in medical communications.
• Establish and refine processes for efficient, high-quality delivery of medical communication services.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive landscapes to adapt strategies proactively.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, including FDA, EMA, and other global health authorities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• All other duties as assigned.

People leaders must possess both the skills to effectively accomplish these tasks and the emotional intelligence to do so in alignment with our cultural values. In addition to the critical management and leadership tasks listed above, this role also includes the following unique responsibilities:

• Build, mentor, and inspire high-performing teams of medical communication strategists.
• Ensure best practices in the development of medical communications deliverables.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability across the organization.
• Ensure team members stay abreast of emerging trends in medical communications, therapeutic landscapes, and regulatory environments.
• Client Engagement.

• 15+ years of experience in medical communications, pharmaceutical marketing, or related fields, with 5+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven track record in developing and executing successful medical communication strategies.
• Highly collaborative, with a proactive approach and focused on delivering value to clients.
• Deep understanding of pharmaceutical product development, commercialization, and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding communication, time management and interpersonal skills, with the…