Sr. Account Executive, Influencer (Healthcare/Pharma)
Porter Novelli, Inc, Chicago, IL, United States
New York, NY; Boston, MA; Washington, DC; Chicago, IL
The Role Senior Account Executive (SAE), Influence, plays an integral role in supporting the planning, execution, and measurement of influencer marketing and social campaigns for major pharmaceutical and biotech clients. This position is designed for a proactive, detail-oriented team player eager to learn the ins and outs of influencer marketing while contributing unique ideas in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Reporting to senior team members, you will help ensure flawless campaign delivery, support account operations, and build the foundation needed to become a trusted advisor to clients and colleagues alike.
What You Will Be Doing
Leading account activities with minimal supervision, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all deliverables
Drafting client materials—including social content, influencer briefs, and campaign recaps—with high attention to detail and minimal errors
Proofreading and editing materials for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to client standards
Supporting internal and external project timeline updates and collaborating with project managers to keep deliverables on track
Leading the development of digital trend stories to support our weekly Mash Up and ongoing client communications
Guiding day-to-day account activities, overseeing account administration, and collaborating with team members to deliver client-ready call agendas and recaps
Delivering updates on client calls and actively participating in internal meetings
Understanding client review processes and working with supervisors to implement edits and revisions accurately
Remaining highly engaged with social media channels to stay current on platform trends and formats
Applying training in social listening, community management, and content management platforms to campaign work
Demonstrating knowledge of social media creative formats and requirements to support campaign execution
Monitoring influencer partners regularly for brand safety concerns and supporting/leading communications about deadlines and feedback
Actively participating in brainstorming and creative sessions, contributing fresh ideas and innovative solutions to campaign challenges
Summarizing outcomes from team discussions and collaborating on actionable next steps
The Experience That Will Contribute To Your Success
3+ years of professional experience in public relations, communications, or influencer marketing; agency experience and exposure to large, integrated programs is preferred.
Healthcare, pharmaceutical, or biotech communications account and relevant influencer experience is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with Veeva and preparing content for MLR reviews is a strong advantage.
Strong writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling disease state awareness materials, social media copy, and other client assets.
Understand digital and social media strategies and their role in communications campaigns
Demonstrates a strong understanding of influencer marketing fundamentals and social media platforms, including current trends and content formats
Communicates clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally, with meticulous attention to detail in all deliverables
Proactively manages project timelines and deliverables, ensuring tasks are completed on schedule
Conducts effective research on influencers, industry trends, and campaign performance to support team recommendations
Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams and maintains a positive, solutions-oriented approach
Applies creative thinking to brainstorming sessions and campaign development
Consistently models professionalism, reliability, and accountability in interactions with clients and colleagues
Embraces feedback and actively seeks opportunities for learning and professional growth
Utilizes digital tools for social listening, content management, and reporting
Contributes to an inclusive, respectful team environment and upholds DEIB principles in all work
The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000 - $78,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Benefits at Porter Novelli include a range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and generous paid time off benefits are also available. Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
Medical & Prescription
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
401k (with discretionary employer match)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
14.5 Paid Company Holidays
Family Forming Benefits
Hybrid Working Environment (2 days remote, 3 days in office)
Porter Novelli is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment against any person on account of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other eligible veteran, age, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental handicap unrelated in nature and extent to an individual's ability to perform a job or any other characteristic protected by the employment discrimination laws in any state or political subdivision in which Porter Novelli does business.
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The Role Senior Account Executive (SAE), Influence, plays an integral role in supporting the planning, execution, and measurement of influencer marketing and social campaigns for major pharmaceutical and biotech clients. This position is designed for a proactive, detail-oriented team player eager to learn the ins and outs of influencer marketing while contributing unique ideas in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Reporting to senior team members, you will help ensure flawless campaign delivery, support account operations, and build the foundation needed to become a trusted advisor to clients and colleagues alike.
What You Will Be Doing
Leading account activities with minimal supervision, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all deliverables
Drafting client materials—including social content, influencer briefs, and campaign recaps—with high attention to detail and minimal errors
Proofreading and editing materials for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to client standards
Supporting internal and external project timeline updates and collaborating with project managers to keep deliverables on track
Leading the development of digital trend stories to support our weekly Mash Up and ongoing client communications
Guiding day-to-day account activities, overseeing account administration, and collaborating with team members to deliver client-ready call agendas and recaps
Delivering updates on client calls and actively participating in internal meetings
Understanding client review processes and working with supervisors to implement edits and revisions accurately
Remaining highly engaged with social media channels to stay current on platform trends and formats
Applying training in social listening, community management, and content management platforms to campaign work
Demonstrating knowledge of social media creative formats and requirements to support campaign execution
Monitoring influencer partners regularly for brand safety concerns and supporting/leading communications about deadlines and feedback
Actively participating in brainstorming and creative sessions, contributing fresh ideas and innovative solutions to campaign challenges
Summarizing outcomes from team discussions and collaborating on actionable next steps
The Experience That Will Contribute To Your Success
3+ years of professional experience in public relations, communications, or influencer marketing; agency experience and exposure to large, integrated programs is preferred.
Healthcare, pharmaceutical, or biotech communications account and relevant influencer experience is strongly preferred.
Familiarity with Veeva and preparing content for MLR reviews is a strong advantage.
Strong writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling disease state awareness materials, social media copy, and other client assets.
Understand digital and social media strategies and their role in communications campaigns
Demonstrates a strong understanding of influencer marketing fundamentals and social media platforms, including current trends and content formats
Communicates clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally, with meticulous attention to detail in all deliverables
Proactively manages project timelines and deliverables, ensuring tasks are completed on schedule
Conducts effective research on influencers, industry trends, and campaign performance to support team recommendations
Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams and maintains a positive, solutions-oriented approach
Applies creative thinking to brainstorming sessions and campaign development
Consistently models professionalism, reliability, and accountability in interactions with clients and colleagues
Embraces feedback and actively seeks opportunities for learning and professional growth
Utilizes digital tools for social listening, content management, and reporting
Contributes to an inclusive, respectful team environment and upholds DEIB principles in all work
The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000 - $78,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Benefits at Porter Novelli include a range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match and generous paid time off benefits are also available. Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
Medical & Prescription
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
401k (with discretionary employer match)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
14.5 Paid Company Holidays
Family Forming Benefits
Hybrid Working Environment (2 days remote, 3 days in office)
Porter Novelli is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment against any person on account of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other eligible veteran, age, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental handicap unrelated in nature and extent to an individual's ability to perform a job or any other characteristic protected by the employment discrimination laws in any state or political subdivision in which Porter Novelli does business.
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