Strategic Planning Director — Healthcare & Pharma

GFL Environmental Inc.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare communications agency is seeking a Planning Director in Manchester or London. Candidates must have extensive healthcare experience, particularly in pharmaceuticals. The role involves leading the strategic direction of projects, mentoring team members, and building client relationships. A hybrid working model is in place, requiring office attendance on specific days. Benefits include flexible working, generous holiday allowance, and various wellness programs.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

28 days annual leave

Life insurance

Company pension scheme

Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Extensive healthcare experience is a must.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team.
• Experience in delivering creative and effective work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic offering and guide project excellence.
• Build strong client relationships and drive new business.
• Mentor strategists and planners within the team.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Pharmaceutical experience

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Client relationship building

Tools

Generative AI tools

Job description

A global healthcare communications agency is seeking a Planning Director in Manchester or London. Candidates must have extensive healthcare experience, particularly in pharmaceuticals. The role involves leading the strategic direction of projects, mentoring team members, and building client relationships. A hybrid working model is in place, requiring office attendance on specific days. Benefits include flexible working, generous holiday allowance, and various wellness programs.