Account Executive

Description

• Conduct research and assemble overviews across a variety of platforms
• Assist media outreach activities including development of pitch letters, media lists, outreach, results report, etc. by working with Knowledge Centers
• Assist team and Knowledge Centers with development of social media content and channel community management
• Develop Scientific Communication materials (press releases, fact sheets, backgrounders) and determine if there is a need to bring in Knowledge Centers as needed
• Align communications with client preferences (tone, writing style, formatting)
• Manage communications and logistics coordination with patients for attendance at client events
• Conduct research to inform new business insights
• Oversee and execute media monitoring
• Actively listen and develop agenda/call recaps with next steps; contribute as assigned to a portion of internal and external client calls
• Demonstrate an understanding and assist with referencing on client materials
• Takes direction, follows through, and makes corrections to stay on track
• Adhere to project timelines from conception to completion
• Meet deadlines and adhere to team norms, manage priorities, and effectively communicate to team members and supervisors
• Adhere to Spectrum’s guidelines in recording and submitting time, expenses, and Pos utilizing proper job codes
• Manage vendor relationships
• Ability to adjust and respond well to competing priorities and immediate demands
• Gain and demonstrate understanding of client industry focus, therapeutic and competitive landscape (understand marketing, strategies, key players)
• Lead and execute review of client materials through appropriate platforms and processes
• Review materials for consistency, accuracy, and proper use of grammar

• Obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in communications, English or similar major
• Has at least 1-2 years agency experience, interest in healthcare and science communications/public relations
• Experience supporting biotech and/or pharma clients preferred
• Possesses advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) and familiarity with media tools (e.g., Cision, Bloomberg Terminal, HootSuite)
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrates adaptability to new information and shifting priorities
• Focuses on extreme attention to detail
• Exhibits a professional demeanor, takes pride in the work product
• Ability to excel in a team environment as well as work independently
• Demonstrates strong sense of urgency, proactivity, resourcefulness, independent and critical thinking skills, and effective problem solving
• Showcases excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Client-service oriented mindset

• All positions are remote friendly. At Spectrum, you choose where you work. We are a hybrid work environment with options to work in one of our three offices (D.C., New York, and Chicago) or remotely from anywhere in the United States, or a combination.
• If you choose to go into an office, take advantage of the pre-tax transportation benefits.
• If you choose to work from home, use the office equipment stipend.
• No matter where you work, you’ll benefit from the monthly cell phone reimbursement.
• Flexible time off. Take the time you need in addition to company holidays, voting time, jury duty and bereavement. We also offer a Sabbatical Program after 7 years of service.
• 13 weeks paid Parental Leave, inclusive of adoption and foster care placement.
• Continuous learning and development through Greatest Potential Self (proprietary talent program), Gallup CliftonStrengths Coaching, Rembrandt Development, and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Bring your friends to work at Spectrum and earn a generous referral bonus.
• Virtual concierge services to ensure your time can be spent in the most meaningful ways.
• Medical concierge service to assist with scheduling appointments, finding care, estimating and resolving claim issues, etc.
• Thorough onboarding including accessible conversations with leadership.
• 401k with company match and 1:1 Financial Coaching and Education.
• Wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, as well as science-backed meditation and mindfulness tools through Headspace & Ginger.