Ogilvy Health - Principal Medical Writer

Ogilvy Health Medical Education Ogilvy Health one of the largest global networks in healthcare communications provides strategic, integrated communication solutions for our clients, including many of the biggest names in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and medical device industries. In the UK, we operate under the name Ogilvy Health UK and comprise over 170 healthcare communication specialists across medical education, medical communications, advertising, digital, public relations, and market access. In medical education, our approach is founded on expertise that combines biomedical science, learning theory and behaviour change to create impactful medical and professional education. Were Scientifically Grounded, Creatively Driven. What we can offer: * An exciting and supportive working environment, highly creative and committed colleagues, and a culture that openly encourages new and creative thinking from employees at all levels * The opportunity to work across multiple disciplines in addition to medical education, including promotional, digital, and market access * Unrivalled opportunities for training and personal and professional development due to the depth and variety of expertise within Ogilvy Health and the wider WPP network The core role: Our Principal Medical Writers are responsible for: * Designing and creating the full range of medical education/communication programmes for implementation under their guidance * Directing delivery of high quality scientific content and providing internal leadership of editorial teams across several accounts * Leading scientific discussions with clients and external experts, face to face and on calls * Developing scientific strategy to inform tactical planning of accounts, both internally and with clients * Managing editorial resource * Driving organic growth opportunities on accounts * Acting as scientific lead for proposals and pitches * Line management, mentoring, coaching, and training Requirements * 5+ years agency experience, with 2+ years as a Senior Medical Writer * A track record of scientific and editorial leadership for large/complex accounts * Strong leadership and communication skills, high emotional intelligence, the ability to adapt your approach according to the needs of clients and teams, and the ability to respond rapidly to situations and manage internal/external issues * Ability to deliver eventsand experience of digital projects * A track record of identifying organic growth and contributing scientific insight to proposals and pitches * Excellent understanding of pharmaceutical regulations, e.g. ABPI, GPP3, ICMJE If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us via jessica.richardson@wpphealth.com Benefits