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Freelance Associate Director

Langland
City of London
1 week ago
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We are looking for someone who thinks with their heart and their head. Someone who is passionate about public relations and healthcare policy and someone who is committed to doing the right thing by the clients, brands and companies.


We want an experienced PR associate director with regional, European expertise in public affairs and healthcare communications to join our brilliant team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of healthcare policy, corporate reputation, and stakeholder influence, and who can provide both thought leadership and hands-on counsel to leading health and pharmaceutical clients.


Policy & Public Affairs Insight

• Advise clients on policy, regulatory, market access, and reputational challenges at a European level

• Translate complex health and policy issues into clear, compelling messaging for media, advocacy, and corporate audiences

• Lead the development and execution of integrated PR / Public Affairs strategies for pharmaceutical clients

• Pharmaceutical client experience is a must and you should have a strong grasp of this industry

• You’ll have proven experience in public affairs and policy projects at a European level, working with pharma and other health clients

• You’ll have demonstrable skills of working on a variety of global/regional/UK projects, and multiple accounts

• Deep understanding of European healthcare policy frameworks, market access, and patient advocacy landscapes



Disclaimer for Applicants:

Please note that all applicants must attach their CV and include their expected day rate in their application. Only candidates who meet the required experience criteria will be considered. Applications that do not meet these requirements or lack either the CV or day rate will be automatically rejected. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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