Senior Strategic Communications Consultant

divh2Senior Strategic Communications Consultant/h2pThis role is posted in anticipation of a future need. To be eligible for this position, you must reside in the same country where the job is located./ppRequired experience:/pulliDeveloping effective scientific or communications strategies and solutions aligned to the clients business objectives/liliChallenging and interrogating client briefs through structured questioning and an understanding of the client and external landscape/liliProducing strategically aligned high-quality communications / scientific content (e.g. narratives, scientific platforms, messaging, senior leader presentations, articles, social content)/liliEffectively leading, motivating and inspiring account teams to deliver communications program and projects of high strategic value/liliBuilding and maintaining strong client relationships/liliEffectively engaging with senior level pharmaceutical executives/liliGrowing business both organically through existing client relationships or supporting with new business opportunities and proposals/liliAccurate financial planning, management, forecasting and team resourcing/li/ulpRole description:/ppClient service:/pulliLeads, builds and maintains excellent relationships with clients and provides them ongoing consultation and counsel on a peer-to-peer basis./liliDevelops strong and effective scientific and/or corporate communications strategies and program in service of client objectives. Always regards the clients challenges as unique, never generic, and a shared journey between them and Arc Bio. Unafraid of ambiguity and able to ask probing questions to get to the heart of a client brief./liliDevelops robust and relevant solutions which are always rigorous and evidence-based./liliProduces client-ready work of the highest standard, in an efficient and timely manner./liliBuilds enduring and successful relationships with colleagues, clients and suppliers./liliMaintains high level of professionalism and competence in all client communications./liliDevelops high quality business proposals for both new and existing clients./liliWorks consistently to grow existing accounts organically through high quality work and ongoing discussions with clients./liliNetworks outside of Arc Bio to support new business development identifying business leads and representing Arc Bio at industry events./liliGenerates and drives new business opportunities for both existing and new clients./liliActively brings new ideas and thinking to existing clients to drive business forward./li/ulpProject Management:/pulliSets up relevant systems and process to facilitate accurate program/project planning and management. Able to effectively and quickly course correct if challenges arise./liliProduces accurate cost estimates and controls budgets efficiently and carefully whilst keeping clients and team fully informed of eventual or possible overspend, providing relevant solutions where necessary./liliEnsures finances and budgets are managed in line with agency procedures./liliEstablishes the importance of regulatory and compliance measures and minimizes risk./liliIs able to use all in-house software and platforms competently./li/ulpLeadership:/pulliEffectively leads client account teams setting the strategy (in partnership with Arc Bio Partners and clients), proactively reviews and evaluates progress, course correcting where necessary./liliEffectively delegates and prioritizes within client account teams, providing direction to ensure delivery whilst providing ownership./liliDemonstrates ability to develop others and provide direction and feedback tailored to the skill level of team members./liliEmbraces and actions team and peer feedback as a driver for change./liliGenerates buy-in, listens openly to colleagues, recognizes contributions and ensures consistency of own and team decisions./liliTakes accountability for their team and outcomes, encouraging their team to do the same, inspires and fosters team commitment./liliDrives communication between teams and the client and takes ownership of strategic client discussions vs day-to-day delivery./liliSupports, encourages and challenges colleagues in a constructive and supportive way./li/ulpCommunication and impact:/pulliPresents with confidence and conviction at all times./liliDemonstrates the ability to influence, negotiate and overcome objections from senior stakeholders./liliEffectively adapts communication style to suit different audiences and to gain buy in./liliThinks clearly and quickly, always has a professional point of view and is able to provide ad hoc client counsel./liliDemonstrates ability to develop others and provide direction and feedback tailored to skill level of team members./liliSkilled at giving upward feedback to internal and external stakeholders/li/ulpTechnical ability and skills:/ppIndustry:/pulliKeeps up to date with factors influencing the pharma and biotech sectors (including MA activity, pharma corporate innovation strategy and the various industry head- and tail-winds)./liliUnderstands the mechanics underpinning industry sector activities and has a competent knowledge of the basics of business e.g. factors influencing company valuations, fundamental financial definitions and mechanisms/liliEngages in industry scanning and maintains a strong current knowledge of industry opportunities and developments and our clients operating environment. Uses these findings to draw conclusions, formulate actions and exploit opportunities relevant to the Arc Bio business. Aware of new and important product launches, pivotal clinical studies, new guidance, legislation and policies of relevance. Particularly those influencing their direct client account work./li/ulpScientific:/pulliHas a strong working knowledge of the science covering our clients areas of focus./liliHas an ongoing commitment to deepening and expanding knowledge in modalities, modes of action, epidemiology, clinical trial design and anything else that may be relevant to strategic planning and advice, both from the point of view of the client and their competitor environment./liliIn chosen areas of specialism (scientific or strategic), is capable of constructively challenging client thinking on a peer-to-peer level, producing novel points of view to help clients view potential solutions from new angles where appropriate and useful./liliKeeps aware of latest announcements coming out of key congresses, key experts in the field, and any overall, rapidly-evolving trends (such as genomics, AI, CRISPR or the application of big data) and how these might impact scientific or communications strategy recommendations to the client./li/ulpStrategy:/pulliCan confidently discuss strategy in reference to client goals and objectives./liliUnderstands theoretical approaches and models used in strategy and communications consulting and applies these to client challenges./liliIs a keen student of the evolving strategic communications environment (including new tools and models, and their strengths and limitations). Takes an active role in strategic development and strategic workshop facilitation./li/ulpMarketing and communications:/pulliUnderstands the fundamental principles of healthcare marketing and communications, with a strong capabilities in public relations, medical education and/or scientific communications./liliDemonstrate an understanding of the theory and application of new theories and tools in communications (e.g. behavior change, AI/big data etc.)/liliUnderstands means of evaluation and KPIs across communications channels./liliHas a good grasp of not only guidelines, but also the ethics of good communications practice in healthcare./li/ulpIQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide./ppIQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law./ppIQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism./ppThe potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $95,300.00 - $237,500.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may/p/div