WA Communications is looking for a new Account Executive to join our industry-leading health practice recently awarded Communique Public Affairs and Policy Consultancy of the Year.
This position is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious new consultant. You’ll get involved across our health client base in life sciences, medtech and the charity sector, broaden your communications skills and gain experience in business development. You’ll play your part in our growing team, solving client problems, delivering creative and purposeful campaigns, and producing research and insights to shape client programmes. There’ll be excellent professional development support to help you develop and grow the skills to move forward in your career.
WA is based in Victoria, central London. Our success is underpinned by our independence and partnership model – giving us the flexibility to advise, invest and innovate around what our clients and people need.
OVERVIEW
Job Type: Full time, permanent position;
Reports to: Associate Director / Account Director;
Location: WA hybrid working – minimum 2 days a week in the office, up to 3 days working from home.
ROLE SPECIFICATION & RESPONSIBILITIES
You’ll be a graduate or in your early career with a genuine interest in healthcare and health issues. Qualities we value include:
- Understanding of government and policymaking, and interest in health policy, media and communications;
- Ability to analyse, summarise and communicate complex policy, regulatory and commercial issues;
- A client-centric attitude that prizes accessibility, responsiveness and quality;
- Strong communication, interpersonal and team working skills;
- Organisation and planning, time management and attention to detail;
- A clear and engaging writing style;
- Curiosity, initiative and willingness to learn;
- Desire to develop strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities;
- Consideration and care for colleagues;
- Experience in consultancy, parliament, a charity or another related organisation welcome not essential.