Account Executive – Healthcare Communications – Remote Full Time

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Account Executive to join a specialist healthcare communications agency working across pharmaceutical, biotech and patient advocacy campaigns. This role is ideal for someone early in their PR career who is passionate about healthcare, patient outcomes, and strategic communications.

You will support the delivery of integrated communications programmes across multiple therapeutic areas, working closely with senior team members to deliver high-quality campaigns for global healthcare clients.

Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery of healthcare PR and patient advocacy campaigns across multiple client accounts
Assist in the development of press materials, campaign content, and stakeholder communications
Monitor media coverage and compile daily/weekly coverage reports and insights summaries
Conduct background research on therapeutic areas, patient journeys, and healthcare policy landscapes
Support the execution of disease awareness and education campaigns
Coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and advisory boards (virtual and in-person)
Liaise with internal teams including digital, creative, and public affairs specialists
Assist in managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables under supervision
Build relationships with journalists, patient organisations, and healthcare stakeholders (as appropriate)
Ensure all outputs comply with regulatory and ethical standards in healthcare communications

About You
0–1+ years’ experience in PR, communications, healthcare, or agency environments (internships considered)
Strong interest in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or patient advocacy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working with scientific or medical content (training provided)
Proactive, curious, and eager to learn
Strong team player with a collaborative mindset

Desirable Skills
Degree in life sciences, communications, journalism, psychology, or related field
Understanding of healthcare systems, NHS, or pharmaceutical industry
Experience with media monitoring tools or social listening platforms
Familiarity with digital communications or social media management
Interest in public health, patient engagement, or health policy

What We Offer
Opportunity to work on global healthcare campaigns that impact patients’ lives
Exposure to leading pharmaceutical and biotech clients
Training and development in healthcare communications and PR
Supportive, collaborative team environment with senior mentorship
Clear progression pathway within healthcare communications
Career Development

This role is remote with an expectation to visit their beautiful offices in London for meetings once a week ideally.

This role provides a structured pathway into:

Account Manager roles in healthcare PR
Specialisation in patient advocacy, public affairs, or digital healthcare communications
Opportunities to work on global product launches, disease awareness campaigns, and policy-driven initiatives