Assistant Account Executive, Health

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility empathy is progress and curiosity is momentum.

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all reflects and represents the world in which we live and fosters trust collaboration and with this approach we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions.

Edelman is seeking anAssistant Account Executiveto join our growingHealthcareteam! Health-related PR experience preferred but notrequired.

Edelmans Health Sector teamprovidesa wide array of communications services to a diversified portfolio of healthcare clients including major pharmaceutical companies hospitals and providers health insurers associations life sciences companiesgovernmentand public health organizations. By employing innovative and thoughtful strategies the Health Sector team develops integrated corporate reputation public affairs advocacy and brand campaigns that help our clients promote their brands and policy positions protect their reputations and license tooperate and influence publicperceptionsand policy outcomes.

Werelooking for a passionate proactive communicator to join our team in supporting a leading pharmaceutical client. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact meaningful work in a fast-paced collaborative environment. As an Assistant Account Executiveyoullgain hands-on experience across a broad range of pharmaceutical communications and can sharpen your skills alongside a team of seasoned professionals with deepexpertiseat the intersection of healthcare and public relations.

Responsibilities:

Support the day-to-day execution of communications plans that meet client objectives
Manage multiple projects from conception to completion byanticipatingchallenges and ensuring deadline and budget adherence
Consistently produce high quality internal and external communications content often under tight timelines and with competing priorities
Monitor for relevant industry newsmediaand social coverage
Help with coordination of agendasmeetingsand timelines
Buildrelationshipswith clients and colleaguesat all levels
Commit to continuous learning and improvement of leadership skills; set and pursuestretchgoals
Possess a solid understanding of the current healthcare landscape and topical issues
Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Edelmans values (Quality Integrity Respect Entrepreneurial Spirit Mutual Benefits) and Code of Ethics and Business Conduct

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 6 months of relevant experience in public relations and/or related fields including research advertising management consulting media and publishing
Possess good interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work effectively with a variety of account service staff within a specific set of accounts
Prior internship experience preferred
Strong research writing and editing skills and the ability to develop media contacts/relationships
Solid grasp of all basic public relations tools and how they are used to achieve client goals
Strong work ethic and dedication to consistently provide quality work to their team and clients

$40000 - $52000 a year

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An employees pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills seniority geographic location performance travel requirements revenue-based metrics any contractual agreements and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEHs total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses a Paid Time Off policy and region-specific benefits.

DJEH offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance vision 401K life insurance disability insurance paid time off travel assistance and wellness programing.

DJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity equity and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race color gender sex age religion physical or mental disability military and veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process please let us know.

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