Vice President, Healthcare/Pharma Communications

Porter Novelli is a global communication company with offices across the US and internationally in London, Mexico City, and Toronto. In a shifting landscape of audience power, our global network of sharp minds leverages our world-class smart data as we decode change, navigate culture, and deepen authenticity to unlock value for our clients. We believe that our culture is the beating heart of Porter Novelli. We have cultivated a vibrant environment where individuals come together to form a dynamic and supportive community, and we celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences that each team member brings to the table.  

The Role 

We’re seeking an experienced Vice President to join our dynamic Healthcare & Pharmaceutical team, Porter Novelli’s largest practice globally. This role will lead large pharmaceutical communications programs with pre-approval, approval and post approval HCP and consumer outreach, and require strong understanding of data and regulatory milestones. Neurology experience would be ideal, but more necessary is a passion for the healthcare space. 

As a VP on our team, you will be provided with a clearly articulated and well-supported path for career growth, which may include working with our other leading pharma clients across a variety of therapeutic categories as well as close collaboration with Global communications teams. The work is an interesting blend of product, corporate, disease state education, and reputational management.  

What you will be doing:

• Developing strong client relationships by providing strategic counsel, building and leading solid account teams, mentoring, motivating, growing and retaining employees and managing accounts to consistently achieve business objectives. 
• Demonstrating independence and autonomy with respect to responsibilities, and exhibiting a deep understanding of clients, their industry, the account, and the agency. 
• Participating in new business development, company-wide initiatives, and managing finances and resources profitably.   

The experience that will contribute to your success:

• A minimum of 8+ years of public relations experience with relevant healthcare agency experience or equivalent 
• Comfort and facility understanding data, the regulatory process, and the barriers to success 
• Well-developed knowledge of the healthcare marketplace and business practices 
• Current knowledge of the challenges facing the pharmaceutical industry in general 
• A passion for ideas and moving pharma clients forward into new avenues of thinking 
• Know-how to develop and execute integrated communications strategies and programs including digital and social 
• Leadership and management of relationships with multiple internal and external clients 
• Direct responsibility for organic account growth, and experience pitching and securing new business 
• Relevant level of expertise in general business acumen, budget management, communications, leadership and mentoring skills 
• Preferred experience in science-related healthcare public relations accounts, including pharmaceutical and direct-to-consumer product marketing, advocacy, program development and execution, social marketing and media relations 

The anticipated salary range for a Vice President position is $140,000 - $180,000.

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Benefits at Porter Novelli include a range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and generous paid time off benefits are also available.  Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

As an Omnicom company, Porter Novelli offers a robust suite of benefits for our employees:

• Medical & Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k (with discretionary employer match)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
• 14.5 Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Family Forming Benefits
• Wellness Benefit
• Hybrid Working Environment (2 days remote, 3 days in office)