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WA Health is different to our competitors. We’re a fast-growing and ambitious team, determined to support our consultants to reach their full potential. We’ve got a diverse and interesting client base across pharmaceuticals, med tech, public health, nutrition and professional bodies, and we’re now looking for a talented Account Manager looking for their next move in health public affairs.

Ideally you’ll have agency experience, a passion for healthcare and an understanding of how a great client programme works. You may have experience across communications disciplines – public affairs, media relations, digital – and will certainly know what makes an impact. You’ll love engaging with clients and are looking for the opportunity to shine.

We are keen to talk to candidates with:

  • Proven public affairs consulting experience, playing a role on healthcare accounts;
  • A strong grasp of UK health policy, the NHS and, ideally, one or more disease areas;
  • Client-centric approach, highly organised and a confident communicator;
  • Ambition and commitment to professional development;
  • Interest in business development and winning new clients.

As a people-focused business WA offers:

  • A competitive starting salary, significant growth potential and involvement in the company’s incentive and reward scheme;
  • A tailored professional development package that will continue your progress as a healthcare public affairs consultant;
  • A lively, open and collaborative working culture, in which everyone is valued, listened to, and encouraged to generate ideas and opportunities;
  • A wide range of employee benefits, including pension scheme, subsidised gym membership, cycle to work scheme, interest free travel loans and more.

Closing date

Applications for this post closed 11:59pm on Friday 21st December 2018