PR Account Manager (Health)

Do you know the difference between psychology and physiology? Are you addicted to health news? Would meeting inventors of new medicines and health technology excite you? Are you passionate about giving a voice to patients?



WE Communications, a leader in integrated health communications, are looking for a seasoned health communicator able to combine their gift of the gab with their love of all things health to engage patients, educate doctors and launch life-changing medicines and innovative health tech and services.



This job is perfect for science enthusiasts looking to make a difference in the world of comms. So, if health and science is your passion and you’re looking to ignite your career in health comms, working with some of the world’s best health brands in a super exciting agency – then this is the role for you!



At WE, we're independent, people-driven, and passionate about the power of communications to ignite positive change. We’re proud of the award-winning work we deliver across technology, health, consumer and corporate sectors - work that not only starts conversations but also delivers real business results.





Why Join Us?

WE Communications is a full-service communications agency delivering integrated campaigns that drive positive impact for our clients and for the world. Our divisions include health, technology, and corporate, as well as offering strategy, creative and digital services to our clients. WE are dedicated to our health offering, with almost 40% of WE’s business in this space.



Our Australian team is a powerhouse of talent that enjoys hybrid work arrangements across Melbourne and Sydney. And we’ve got some impressive silverware too.



Agency specific awards:

‘Best Agency in Asia Pacific’ - PRWeek Global Awards - 201+, 2020, 2021, 2023
‘Midsize Consultancy of the Year’ – Provoke Awards, 2021; Finalist 2023 & 2024
‘Large Agency of Year’ – Mumbrella CommsCon – Finalist 2024
‘PR Consultancy of the Year’ – ANZ PRWeek/Campaign Asia Awards - 2022
‘Global Technology Agency of the Year’ – PRovoke Awards, 2022


Health specific awards:

PRIME Awards: Launch of the Year Winner 2024 (Organon Maxalt)
Health Industry Hub Awards: PR Agency Team of the Year Winner 2023
PRIME Awards: Best Public Health Initiative (CSL Seqirus National Venomous Bites and Stings Day) Highly Commended 2023
PRIME Awards: Launch of the Year Winner 2022 (Janssen Spravato)
Mumbrella CommsCon Awards: Best Social Media or Digitally Led Campaign (St Johns WA Singing Their Praises) Highly Commended 2023




About you

You’re an enthusiastic and experienced Account Manager with approximately 3-5 years of experience in either agency, in-house or within media. Please note, communications experience is required.



You’re a natural storyteller and writer, with strong media relations expertise, who is able to drive communication strategies and media programs for clients across the healthcare industry.



You are a team player who will thrive in a fast-paced environment and has purpose to create positive impact for our clients and public health.



Overall, you should display a passion for health, sophisticated knowledge of the Australian media landscape, an understanding of the healthcare environment and a desire to do good for the patients and healthcare professionals our clients support.





About the role

Supported by senior health comms pros, you will manage the day-to-day activity of retainer and project-based clients.



You will project manage integrated communications campaigns, which will include client liaison, strategy and content development, and execution across owned, earned and paid channels.



We are looking for someone with strong traditional media relations skills who can craft creative pitches and smart strategies to secure coverage.



In this fast-paced environment, your ability to multitask and manage competing priorities is crucial. We expect you to bring your unique perspective, contributing bold and creative ideas. You will independently build positive and long-lasting relationships with clients and colleagues while also mentoring junior team members, including Account Executives and Interns.





Your responsibilities

A solid understanding of the healthcare industry, code of conduct and the latest insights and trends relevant to the health sector
Content development skills, including the ability to develop and guide integrated communication strategies, supported by senior colleagues
Stakeholder engagement skills, including HCPs, PAGs, and healthcare clients
Competent in all forms of communications writing and services including superior editing skills
Exceptional time management and organisational skills
Strong media relations skills and management of media relationships
Able to build trust with key internal and external stakeholders
Responsible for delivering client service that is consistent with WE’s standards, including day-to-day management of accounts
Responsible for the management of client account budgets, with support from senior colleagues
Contribute to the development of junior staff through mentorship, coaching and training
Share agency vision with the team and advocate team’s/clie