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Job Title


Associate Director


Company : Meet Life Sciences


Location : Newcastle upon Tyne, England


Created : 2026-03-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Associate Director – Medical CommunicationsLocation: London, Macclesfield or Manchester (Hybrid)Full TimeA global healthcare communications agency is seeking an experienced Associate Director to join its Client Services team.This is a senior leadership role with primary accountability for client strategy, portfolio growth and commercial performance.The RoleThe Associate Director:Owns senior client relationships and acts as a trusted strategic partnerLeads portfolio-level strategy and drives organic and new business growthHolds accountability for revenue, profitability and financial forecastingProvides clear strategic direction to cross-functional teamsLeads proposal development and pitch processesOversees delivery of complex, multi-workstream programmesManages and develops high-performing teamsPortfolio responsibility typically exceeds £4M in revenue.What We're Looking ForProven senior client-facing experience within medical or healthcare communicationsPrevious promotional medical education experienceStrong strategic capability and commercial acumenDemonstrated success driving portfolio growth (organic and new business)Experience leading cross-functional teams in complex environmentsConfident presenter and pitch leadStrong financial and operational oversight experienceAbility to influence senior stakeholdersLife sciences background (desirable)What's on OfferCompetitive salaryDiscretionary bonusPension contributionPrivate healthcare and dental coverGenerous holiday allowance + Christmas closureFlexible benefits schemeInclusive, people-first culture