Location
London
Hours
Full Time
Salary
Negotiable
About the Role
Ogilvy Health UK, part of the global Ogilvy network and WPP, is seeking a highly organised and proactive Senior Account Executive to join our Medical Communications team. This role focuses on a high-profile global neurology and immunology account, supporting the delivery of scientifically robust and strategically aligned programmes that improve outcomes for patients and healthcare professionals worldwide. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and to the highest standard. Working closely with clients, scientific colleagues, healthcare professionals, and cross-functional agency teams, you will take ownership of project delivery while developing your strategic, scientific, and client management expertise. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious medical communications professional looking to accelerate their career within a collaborative, scientifically driven, and creatively focused environment.
What You’ll Do
Support the day-to-day delivery of a global neurology and immunology account, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.
Build strong relationships with clients, healthcare professionals, and internal teams, becoming a trusted and reliable partner.
Coordinate a wide range of medical communications activities, including publications, medical education programmes, congresses, advisory boards, and events.
Collaborate with scientific, creative, and digital colleagues to bring complex science to life in meaningful ways.
Take ownership of project plans, timelines, and budgets, proactively managing priorities and keeping programmes moving forward.
Develop therapy area expertise and contribute to strategic discussions shaping client programmes.
Support and mentor junior team members while continuing to grow your own medical communications career.
About Ogilvy Health UK
Ogilvy Health UK is made up of healthcare communication specialists across medical education and communications, brain sciences, brand promotion, digital and social, strategic planning, public relations, and creative/design. We foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and challenge, recognising and rewarding our team for their contributions.
About WPP
WPP is a trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands, uniting media intelligence, data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions, and strategic counsel to help clients navigate change and deliver transformational growth.
Benefits
Private Medical Cover OR Monthly Leisure Allowance (£45) OR Dental Cover
25 days annual leave, plus a day off for your birthday and a paid volunteering day
Access to an excellent Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Resources through our Learning & Development Academy
A dedicated Culture Committee organising inclusive sociable events
1:1 coaching to support personal and professional development
A generous pension scheme with contributions matched up to 17.5% (7% employee, 10.5% employer)
Season ticket loans, cycle-to-work scheme, property rental assistance, and generous employee discounts
We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an accessible and welcoming environment for all employees.
Experience
Experience working within medical communications, healthcare communications, or a healthcare agency environment.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
A keen interest in science, healthcare, and the pharmaceutical industry.
Confidence working with cross-functional teams and a range of stakeholders.
Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
Commercial awareness and understanding of budgets and project delivery.
About you
A collaborative approach with a desire to learn and develop within a fast-paced agency environment.
Highly organised, proactive, and able to take ownership of projects.
Committed to delivering high-quality work and building trusted relationships.
Ambitious medical communications professional eager to grow strategically and scientifically.
Qualifications
Relevant qualifications or experience in medical communications or related fields are preferred but not explicitly stated. A strong interest in science and healthcare is essential.