Editorial Director, Medical Communications/Education Agency. London/Kent. Job in Kent, Southern UK

Editorial Director, Medical Communications/Education Agency. London/Kent.

The Company:
Taylor Made partner with a leading provider of medical education and marketing services to the pharmaceutical industry, they are a dynamic, scientifically focused team with a passion for communication and exceeding expectations!  The writing team is now looking for a new leader in the shape of an Editorial Director

The Role:
The Editorial Director over sees the medical writing team, setting and maintaining editorial standards and managing and motivating the team to reach objectives and agreed timelines.
•    Oversee the allocation and distribution of tasks to internal team members
•    Maintain awareness of the status of on-going editorial projects to ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within budget and to appropriate quality standards
•    Identify training requirements of writers/editors on an on-going basis and as part of the personal development process
•    Participate in at desk coaching of writers/editors
•    Participate in new business activities, contributing to and attending pitches etc, as required
•    An active participant in the Operations Management Team

The Candidate:
The successful Editorial Director will be an integral part of the business.  With enviable scientific knowledge and a genuine passion for communication within the industry.  Key sills will include,
•    Excellence in written and edited communications of any kind that may be required by the agency
•    Ability to coach and train writers and editors
•    Understanding of integrated communications programmes
•    Ability to contribute to pitch activity and win new business
•    Commercial awareness and budget appreciation
•    BSc (MSc), PhD or medical qualification
•    At least 5 years experience within medical communications
•    High level of scientific expertise across a number of therapy areas

How do I apply?
This role is a fantastic opportunity to lead the writing team within an agency with a passion for scientific communications.  Package on offer is Circa £70,000 - £80,000 with a great holiday package, bonus scheme, and other benefits.  Please send a CV to Alexia on alexia@taylormade-recruitment.co.uk or call 01892 511 863 for more information.