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A dynamic commercial law firm is looking for a Press Officer to join their communications team to provide around 4 months sabbatical cover. Based in our clients impressive City of London offices you will be part of a team of business development professionals and PR savvy lawyers, working on campaigns in sectors as diverse as financial services, retail & consumer, real estate and public sector. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years PR experience at manager level or above. They will need to have experience delivering business-to-business and/or professional services media relations campaigns. A track record in building relationships, thinking creatively and delivering authoritative copy are also sought after. If you would like to work in an in-house position for a very successful law firm in a results-driven yet fun environment then get in touch!

Our client, one of London’s most exciting healthcare agencies is now seeking an experienced healthcare account handler to manage the day to day client programmes and assist in the development of new business proposals – you will also have the opportunity to show creativity and innovation outside the initial client remit. You will have existing medical education agency experience and will thrive on working within a multi-disciplinary agency. In addition, solid working knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry in the UK, client management skills, strong writing skills along with the ability to establish and build relationships with KOLs, are all essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and creative account manager to join a rapidly expanding, online and social media PR agency. You will be running a team across a number of high profile accounts developing campaign strategies and providing clients with senior counsel. The successful applicant will need 3 years agency experience and will have demonstrable experience delivering successful campaigns for Blue-chip brands. If you are passionate about digital PR and would like to join an innovative and vibrant agency based outside London’s stressful city centre then apply here.

At Media Contacts we are proud of the reputation we have built in the PR industry, having become one of its leading recruiters. We are on the preferred supplier list of both the top communications consultancies and the smaller, boutique agencies, and we have also successfully recruited for a number of in-house roles within FTSE 100 organisations. Our Consultants are known as the best in the industry and this is reflected in our top billers generating double the revenue of their direct competitors. Having successfully remained profitable through the recession we are now entering a growth phase and are looking for a Consultant to play a pivotal part in this. You will be given a full recruitment role, managing all parts of both the client and candidate side of the business, and enjoy plenty of autonomy. Our culture is based upon nurturing rather than micro managing and we are much more interested in the bigger picture than the stats-obsessed approach of many recruitment consultancies. We pay a generous commission package, which should double your basic salary, and earning potential is uncapped. Our management team has combined experience of over forty years, giving you the expertise to become a top PR recruiter. If you are an experienced recruiter and are looking to raise your game, or are working in PR and would like to transfer your skills and knowledge into a more lucrative role we would love to hear from you. All applications will be kept in the strictest confidence.

Leading financial, regulatory and political communications agency seeks Russian-speaking Account Executive to work across a range of client accounts. As Account Executive you will be responsible for news monitoring, press analysis and summaries, research for current clients and business opportunities, preparing messaging materials, implementing financial communications strategies, interacting with clients, press and analysts and submitting press releases. Our client is looking for someone with either native or fluent Russian language skills plus impeccable English. At least six months’ public relations experience is also essential.

Small, independently owned PR agency is continuing to grow and, as a consequence, they are now looking for a top quality SAE. You will be working on health food/drink and therapeutic nutrition accounts. This is a great career opportunity – it would suit a SAE now ready to assume management responsibilities – you will be managing a JAE and you will be given the chance to progress to Account Manager. You will need outstanding writing skills, to enjoy media relations, a genuine interest in consumer PR as well as experience from a food/nutrition/ consumer healthcare PR background. Call us now for an early interview!

Part of one of the world’s largest and most successful, dynamic, cross practice PR agencies, the healthcare division of this agency is one of the UK’s finest. Their excellent staff retention is based both on a fantastic client/project portfolio but also a relaxed, open and non-political team whilst still being part of a global network. You will have the opportunity to work across practices on major global pitches, but the core of the healthcare portfolio, be it ethical pharma, NHS relations, digital or med ed, offers variety and challenge that few competitor practices can offer. The therapy areas you will work on will include medical devices, respiratory and smoking cessation. To qualify for this role you must have ethical healthcare PR agency experience, demonstrate excellent client relations, superb handling of the media, a strategic mind that can just as easily provide tactical solutions with meticulous attention to detail, and a personality that is ambitious yet relaxed and non political.

For those of you have a life science degree, possess great communications skills and as well show drive, team work and commercial intelligence –this is a great opportunity to work for one of the UK’s top healthcare advertising agencies. Working across a variety of healthcare accounts, responsibilities will include drafting creative briefs, providing research material for account directors, producing production timetables, proof reading and much more. If are passionate about working in healthcare advertising and you think you have what it takes, send your CV to us now!

A global communications consultancy is looking for an AE to join its thriving consumer team to work on a number of high profile accounts. You will have the opportunity to develop your existing media, writing and client handling skills. Your work will span traditional and social media so an understanding of the digital space is vital. You will be involved in brainstorming creative ideas to implement across your accounts, so a confident proactive approach is also important. If you are a bright and enthusiastic graduate with consumer PR experience and are looking to join an innovative and progressive agency, then please send your CV to us!

A highly successful, boutique B2B technology PR agency is looking for AE/SAE to join its team. The right candidate needs to have solid technology experience within an agency environment and a strong track record in generating impressive trade coverage. You would help develop and then implement communications plans for your clients across a range of media and you would be expected to hit the ground running. This is an excellent agency and they’re looking for an ambitious, bright and passionate account executive who is looking to push their career to the next level.

This is a special opportunity to work for a leading out of London Healthcare advertising agency. Due to expansion, they now need an account executive to assist in the delivery of creative solutions to patient access globally. Responsibilities will include account planning, the creating of marketing programmes for patient access, assisting in the preparation of creative briefs as well as assisting with planning and booking of media. You will have a life science degree, possess strong communication skills and be able to demonstrate excellent organisation ability. To apply for this excellent career opportunity, send your CV to us now.

Rapidly expanding, established PR agency seeks an AE/SAE to focus on a key portfolio of accounts in the technology sector. Our client is renowned for its digital projects and online engagement, working with fast-track technology companies that are really going places. The successful applicant will need to have at least 6 months business-to-business PR experience in the technology sector and have a passion for social media. You will need to have excellent client handling skills, proven negotiation skills and formed strong media relationships. If you would prefer to work outside of London in an environment that offers a healthy work-life balance yet still pays extremely competitively, this is an opportunity not to be missed!

Medical communications agency seeks a talented associate editor with a science degree and hands-on editorial experience gained within a communications agency or a scientific publishing house. The work involves producing high quality educational materials for pharmaceutical clients and you’ll be contributing to the smooth running and timely completion of all projects so must possess excellent project and time management skills in order to manage multiple projects and deadlines, and extensive lay out experience.

Major communications consultancy seeks Account Executive for its thriving technology practice. Working across an impressive portfolio of accounts, you will be responsible for implementing a full range of PR activities as well as having client contact and input into strategic decision making. Our client is looking for someone who already has at least a year’s PR experience in a business-to-business environment and who has well-developed writing and analytical skills and a strong understanding of the news media. This is therefore a role that would be perfect for someone looking to consolidate experience already gained and take a step up into one of the top agencies and have the chance to learn from and develop with some of the best in the industry.

A leading healthcare advertising agency is looking for an exceptional science graduate to join one of the best account handling teams in the business. You need some sort of medical, pharmaceutical, marketing or advertising experience, a life sciences or medical degree, immense enthusiasm for and determination to get into the healthcare advertising industry, and a flair for communication and presentation. Apply now, explaining why you think you fit the bill, to join this agency's unrivalled on-the-job training and mentoring programme.

This multiple award winning healthcare communications agency is looking for an ambitious Account Executive to join the account handling team. You will be responsible for providing support to the team and liaising with clients whilst developing your PR/med communications knowledge and generally being groomed for the next step up. Experience within a healthcare communications agency or the pharmaceutical industry is a must. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful agency who offer fantastic career progression and training.

As a result of continuing profitability and further business wins, this leading global healthcare communications agency now seeks further experienced AE’s and SAE’s who will sparkle in this successful PR team. Responsibilities will include producing client plans, writing press releases as well as attending client meetings – in addition you will receive some of the best training in the industry. If you’re an AE or SAE with a life science degree, passionate about healthcare PR with previous in house or agency experience, contact us now!

Rapidly expanding, established PR agency seeks Account Executive to focus on a key portfolio of accounts in the technology sector. Our client prides itself on having a practical yet creative approach to PR and has a relaxed, fun culture. Its staff are passionate about technology and the use of social media and enjoy working with fast-track technology companies that are really pushing ahead. If you have at least six months’ business-to-business PR experience preferably, although not essentially, in the technology sector and would prefer to work outside of London in an environment that offers a better work-life balance yet still pays extremely competitively, this is an opportunity not to be missed!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a multi-award winning PR agency at a time when they are experiencing unprecedented growth. Our client is looking for an Account Executive with 12 months agency experience to work across its business to business portfolio. The successful applicant needs to be confident with journalists and not afraid to pick up the phone. Great communication skills are essential as you will be involved in a lot of client facing activities. Knowledge of media and marketing services will be looked upon fondly, but most importantly you will need to be enthusiastic, motivated and a real team player. If the sound of joining an agency with a great culture, comprehensive training programme and generous benefits package appeals to you then apply here!

One of the UK’s most dynamic social media and online PR agencies is looking for 3 account executives to join their rapidly growing team. Our client is looking for a proactive and motivated graduate with 12 months agency experience under their belt to develop some key accounts. The successful applicant must have excellent media relations skills and a comprehensive understanding of print and online media. Proven coverage generating skills and strong copy writing abilities are also essential. This is a unique opportunity for a bright and enthusiastic account executive to join a vibrant and innovative agency renowned for its award winning campaigns.

An award – winning PR agency is seeking a talented and driven Account Assistant to join its thriving corporate / technology division. Your responsibilities will include providing administrative support for to the team on their key accounts, as well as participating in media relations, event support and coverage report writing. The successful candidate will need to have an exemplary academic record, be enthusiastic with a ‘can do attitude’, and be able to demonstrate an excellent organizational ability. A passion for PR and some background knowledge on the technology market would also be desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an extremely successful agency that offers outstanding training and future career development. To apply, send your CV to us now!

This is an ideal next step for ambitious healthcare professional within one of the UK’s most successful healthcare PR agencies. Your responsibilities will be varied and rewarding. Duties will include assisting in new business development by doing research in various therapy areas and preparing presentations for pharmaceutical companies. Other responsibilities will include conducting client research, and assisting in event and PR programme planning. Experience will include good presentation and writing skills along with excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills and a science qualification is essential. Call us now for more information!

Scientific advisor required by leading medical communications agency with a solid client base, fantastic working environment and a unique talent for providing scientific and strategic council in the UK and across the globe.
You might be from an agency, pharmaceutical or academic scientific background, but you must have a vast number of years experience in Oncology. Good writing skills are essential as you will also be responsible for providing scientific documents for publication and for writing, editing and proofreading text for print and computer based materials.
In return you get to work in a culture that is still small enough to provide you with individual training and one to one career development, yet large enough to provide you with structured global training and excellent global prospects.

Are you an agency experienced medical writer, looking to move into a strategic hands-on role? My client, a global med ed agency is looking for a talented medical writer to provide clients with editorial, scientific and strategic expertise. The key focal point of this job is to work alongside the account leads and provide editorial leadership. You will be responsible for the resourcing of editorial functions and projects, and will manage the medical writing team to ensure delivery of a full range of medical communications services.
To be considered you must be a life science graduate with extensive publication/writing experience in the pharmaceutical field along with a wealth of relevant medical information, communications or marketing writing experience (agency or pharmaceutical).
In return you get to work in a culture that is still small enough to provide you with individual training and one to one career development, yet large enough to provide you with structured global training and excellent global prospects.