Group Account Director (AOR)

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey where your talents are valued, and your potential is limitless? At Deerfield, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, where every team member is empowered to make a difference and contribute to our collective success.

Deerfield is the marketing and communications partner of choice. Purpose-built to scale with our clients, our specialist teams craft stories that matter and bridge meaningful connections to advance healthcare products to the people who need them most. Our full-service capabilities are rooted in storytelling and powered by technology to deliver focused strategy, optimized execution, and tangible outcomes. Further, our flexible working model allows us to scale and grow alongside our clients – whether providing expert consultation, serving as a strategic executional partner, or acting as full agency of record.

We are built to serve and designed to deliver.

Position Summary

We are looking for a strategic and results-driven Group Account Director (GAD) to lead multiple healthcare communications/advertising accounts, manage client relationships, and drive business growth. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of HCP and/or DTC marketing, a firm grasp of pharma regulatory processes (MLR reviews), up-to-date with the latest industry trends, and a proven ability to oversee large-scale, integrated marketing campaigns across a variety of channels.

As a GAD, you will serve as a senior leader within the agency, responsible for shaping brand strategy, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving account profitability. You will also mentor and develop high-performing account teams while identifying new opportunities to expand client engagements.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Account Leadership

• Serve as the senior client partner, leading strategic discussions and fostering trusted relationships
• Develop and oversee the execution of brand strategies, ensuring alignment with client objectives and market trends
• Serve as a trusted resource, providing reliable and accurate information to both clients and internal teams
• Lead HCP and/or DTC marketing initiatives, overseeing campaign development across multiple channels
• Identify and drive organic growth opportunities, while supporting new business development efforts
• Possess a deep understanding of the assigned category and its potential parallels with other therapeutic areas

Strategic & Creative Leadership

• Collaborate with creative, medical, strategy, and media teams to develop compelling and compliant campaigns
• Guide market research, competitive intelligence, and strategic insights to inform brand positioning
• Fully understand various marketing channels and their applications. Provide strategic guidance on how and when to leverage these channels to achieve brand objectives effectively
• Oversee the Medical, Legal, and Regulatory (MLR) review process, ensuring all marketing materials meet compliance standards

Financial & Operational Oversight

• Lead account planning, budgeting, and financial forecasting, ensuring profitability and operational efficiency
• Manage resource allocation, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring high-quality execution
• Provide mentorship and leadership to Account Directors, Group Account Supervisors, and junior team members, fostering professional growth

Qualifications & Experience

• 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical advertising (agency experience required).
• Strong HCP and/or DTC marketing expertise, with a deep understanding of pharma regulations, MLR processes, and multichannel marketing
• Demonstrated ability to lead large accounts, drive strategic growth, and manage high-level client relationships. A strong, professional demeanor that instills confidence and creates comfort for both internal teams and clients during interactions
• Proven success in financial management, account profitability, and business development.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Bachelor’s degree (Advanced degree a plus)

At Deerfield, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic work environment, so if this role and our culture excite you, we encourage you to apply even if you do not have the exact experience or meet all of the requirements outlined in this job posting. Our HR team will review your resume and experience to see if you align at a different level or possibly better align to other open positions.

Deerfield is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.