Freelance Account Director - Pharma

Overview

Aquent is partnering with a leading global agency that is at the forefront of driving marketing excellence for significant clients in the healthcare and life sciences sector. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to step into a pivotal role, immediately impacting global marketing initiatives for a key client. This is an incredible opportunity to leverage your strategic vision and deep industry expertise to guide multi-market campaigns and shape brand direction on a global scale. Your contributions will be central to the success of integrated digital strategies and the ongoing evolution of critical programs, making a tangible difference from day one.

About the Opportunity

In this senior leadership position, you will serve as a vital strategic partner to stakeholders across various regions, driving marketing excellence for complex, multi-market initiatives. You will guide brand direction, oversee campaign execution, and champion integrated marketing initiatives that resonate globally. This role demands a strategic thinker who can quickly assimilate into a fast-paced environment, providing senior oversight rather than day-to-day tactical execution. You will play a crucial role in shaping global programs, from core messaging rollouts to comprehensive digital campaigns and brand evolution strategies, ensuring alignment and impact across diverse teams and time zones.

This is a 3-month contract with the potential for conversion, offering an immediate chance to make a significant impact. You will be required to travel cross boarders 3-4x /year. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior strategic leadership for global brand initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders across regions.
• Guide the development and execution of integrated, digital-led campaigns.
• Oversee campaign planning from concept through delivery.
• Ensure financial oversight, scope management, and operational excellence.
• Align cross-functional teams across time zones, fostering seamless collaboration.
• Identify growth opportunities and proactively solve complex client challenges.

What You’ll Bring

• Min. 8 years of experience within the healthcare, pharma or life sciences sector, preferably in-house.
• Strong global and EU market exposure.
• Deep expertise in digital and integrated advertising.
• Strong commercial acumen and budget oversight experience.
• Strategic thinker with strong critical reasoning skills.
• Confidence operating at a senior client level.
• Ability to ramp up quickly and effectively manage ambiguity.
• Experience leading cross-functional and remote teams.
• Prior experience with global healthcare client accounts.