Senior Account Director

Real Chemistry

. Manage client relationships on large or multiple engagements .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing client relationships and leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions in the integrated healthcare PR sector. Proven ability to drive business growth, manage budgets, and communicate complex information effectively.

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Integrated Healthcare PR ExperienceOutstanding Project Management SkillsStrong Influencing SkillsManagement ExperienceData Orientation

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Hard Skills

Client Relationship ManagementBudget ManagementStrategic DirectionBusiness DevelopmentTrend-SpottingOperational ExcellenceResearch AnalysisCreative Idea DevelopmentTactical Process InnovationMarket Understanding

Soft Skills

Outstanding Business Interpersonal SkillsAbility to Empower TeamsHigh EnergyEffective CommunicationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in CommunicationsBachelor’s Degree in Marketing

Industry Keywords

Public RelationsCommunicationsAdvertisingClient EngagementsMedia RelationsHealthcareClinical TrialsBrand InfluenceCompetitive PressuresDigital Content

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage client relationships on large or multiple engagements
Serve as a trusted partner to clients by understanding the market and identifying solutions to business problems
Lead client engagements and manage cross-functional team members
Drive innovative and integrated solutions and deliver client satisfaction
Lead and develop multiple client engagements of varying sizes
Provide counsel on research findings, industry knowledge, external marketplace conditions, competitive pressures, and brand influences
Sell agency expertise, gain consensus on creative ideas, and develop initiatives
Lead internal teams to ensure technical and operational excellence
Participate in leadership activities and recruiting events
Provide strategic direction for the business in partnership with internal leadership
Maintain and cultivate relationships with key media channels
Identify opportunities for clients to achieve greater success, reach broader audiences, and use Real Chemistry’s capabilities
Serve as the contact point for project challenges and keep projects timely and on-budget
Lead operations and maintain financial accountability for engagement budgets
Partner with practice and shared-service leads to streamline, elevate, and innovate tactical processes
Identify and develop integrated business across social media, digital, and content through trend-spotting and strategic recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing or a related field or equivalent experience is required
8+ years proven experience in a professional environment within the public relations, communications, and/or advertising industries
Integrated healthcare PR experience required
Demonstrated ability to grow existing business and participate strategically in new business
Outstanding project management skills
Ability to meet timelines, prioritize, and manage detailed budgets
Outstanding business interpersonal skills
Ability to explain sophisticated technical terms, clinical trials, and studies pertaining to the brand
Ability to communicate critical information to management and the client
Very strong data orientation
Ability to break down major business challenges into measurable steps
Strong influencing skills to affect change internally and with clients
Management experience required
Ability to empower teams, keep teams on track, and participate in professional development of staff
High energy and ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growing, and evolving environment
Willingness to travel domestically for client meetings and conferences, potentially 10 percent

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous holiday and paid time off
Options for private medical, dental, and vision plans
Support in saving for the future
Free snacks in offices
Mental wellness coaching and support
Access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning
Hybrid and remote flexibility where appropriate
In-person collaboration, culture-building, learning, and team connection opportunities
Great Place to Work® certified workplace