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This range is provided by Spectrum Science. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
$140,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr
Connecting humankind to its best healthlife is not just our mission at Spectrum; it’s what drives us to “Be Thinkful.” A term we use to encourage innovation, spark creative solutions to our client’s greatest challenges and your invitation to passionately share your unique perspective and ideas. As the only full-service, fully-integrated, science-focused firm that unites global marketing, communications, and media under a single P&L, we specialize in going beyond the science quo to deliver best-in-class work for our clients.
The Vice President will be responsible for closely supporting the Client Relationship Leader (or taking on the role of Client Relationship leader, account dependent) to drive interwoven programs which may include corporate communications, scientific and data milestones, product approval and launch communications, digital and social strategy, patient ambassador program launch, internal communications, KOL development, advocacy relations, executive visibility, patient and HCP engagement and public affairs. This person will have a deep understanding of client subject matter with an emphasis in oncology, an ability to communicate effectively internally as well as with clients and other external partners and an eye for flawless execution that delivers ROI. An ability to effectively manage, mobilize and mentor teams is critical to success in this role.
Job Responsibilities
Manage all facets of a multidimensional, interwoven team and provide sound, strategic counsel to ensure progress, action and results; keep senior leadership informed and bring them in when necessary to maintain high-quality service and execution
Develop thorough knowledge of client industry landscape, scientific approach and business objectives as to identify strategic opportunities
Partner with intermedia team to develop strategic programs that meet client goals
Lead teams in executing patient-centric client events including strategic planning, material development, coordinating with client cross-functional teams and overseeing logistics
Work with senior leadership to expand strategic thinking and identify growth opportunities
Review wide-array of complex, strategic scientific communications materials and other deliverables (e.g., corporate/product narratives, messages and Q&As, results reports)
Take the lead on plans and high-level deliverables (e.g., yearly planning)
Participate and actively contribute to all-agency/IAT meetings, as appropriate and as the face of Spectrum
Manage account financials including staffing and projections, budget tracking and monthly billing packages to ensure team is on trend; liaise with client on budget recommendations
Ensure team meets deadlines, manages priorities and effectively communicates to both internal and external stakeholders
Fully master the Spectrumtific Method/other client service methodologies
Demonstrate and nurture agency values and principles
Participate in agency activities and professional development opportunities; communicate areas for improvement
Supervise junior staff and play an active role in their professional development; identify and champion both account-specific and agency-wide visibility opportunities for self and team members
Contribute to new business opportunities
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s Degree in communications, English or similar major
At least 8 years of agency experience, with a focus in health and science
Experience working in cross-functional teams preferred
Experience in patient engagement and advocacy preferred
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) and prior familiarity with media tools (e.g., Cision, Bloomberg Terminal, HootSuite) Deep understanding of client subject matter, industry landscape
Ability to manage multiple projects and/or accounts simultaneously
An extreme attention to detail
Professional demeanor
Ability to excel in a team environment as well as work independently
Resourceful and effective problem solver
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong presentation skills
The anticipated salary range for this position will be $140K-$185K. Salary is based on job-related factors such as: years of relevant experience, qualifications and/or certifications. Spectrum reserves the right to modify this pay range at any given time.
We want to ensure our employees are living their best (health and professional) life and offer a variety of benefits and perks which support our flexible work environment.
All positions are remote friendly. At Spectrum, you choose where you work. We are a hybrid work environment with options to work in one of our three offices (D.C., New York, and Chicago or remotely from anywhere in the United States, or a combination.
If you choose to go into an office, take advantage of the pre-tax transportation benefits.
If you choose to work from home, use the office equipment stipend.
No matter where you work, you’ll benefit from the monthly cell phone reimbursement.
Flexible time off. Take the time you need in addition to company holidays, voting time, jury duty and bereavement. We also offer a Sabbatical Program after 7 years of service.
13 weeks paid Parental Leave, inclusive of adoption and foster care placement.
Continuous learning and development through Greatest Potential Self (proprietary talent program), Gallup CliftonStrengths Coaching, Rembrandt Development, and tuition reimbursement programs.
Bring your friends to work at Spectrum and earn a generous referral bonus.
Virtual concierge services to ensure your time can be spent in the most meaningful ways.
Medical concierge service to assist with scheduling appointments, finding care, estimating and resolving claim issues, etc.
Thorough onboarding including accessible conversations with leadership.
401k with company match and 1:1 Financial Coaching and Education.
Wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, as well as science-backed meditation and mindfulness tools through Headspace & Ginger.
Spectrum is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Spectrum is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Careers@spectrumscience.com
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Public Relations
Industries
Public Relations and Communications Services and Marketing Services
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