Healthcare Communications Recruitment

Talent partnership for healthcare communications agencies delivering high‑impact work in regulated, science-led environments

Talent partnership for specialist, high‑impact healthcare communications agencies

Healthcare communications is defined by nuance, credibility and influence. Agencies operate at the intersection of science, creativity and regulation, delivering work that must resonate with multiple audiences whilst meeting strict compliance standards.

RBW Consulting partners with healthcare communications agencies across the UK, Europe and the United States, providing recruitment solutions that reflect the complexity and pace of the sector. We support agencies working across public relations, medical communications, advertising, education, creative and digital; from specialist boutiques right through to global networks.

Our role is to help healthcare communications organisations secure talent that can operate with confidence, judgement and impact in a demanding landscape.

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Recruitment built for the healthcare communications environment

Healthcare communications hiring is rarely straightforward. Roles often combine scientific understanding, creative skill, commercial awareness and regulatory sensitivity and (crucially) the best talent is typically passive, highly selective and in demand.

Because RBW operates exclusively within life sciences, and has a long‑standing presence within the healthcare communications sector, we understand the subtleties that define successful hires in this space.

We support recruitment across healthcare communications environments including:

  • Medical communications and education
  • Healthcare and pharmaceutical PR
  • Advertising and creative strategy
  • Digital, content and omnichannel communications
  • Integrated agency and consultancy models

Our focus is on identifying individuals who can think critically, communicate clearly and operate effectively within regulated, client‑facing environments.

 

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Supporting agencies at every stage of growth

RBW Consulting works with healthcare communications agencies at different stages of maturity, including:

  • Specialist boutiques building depth in niche areas
  • Growth‑stage agencies scaling teams and capabilities
  • Established global agencies strengthening leadership, succession or responding to urgent multi‑hire demand
  • Organisations evolving service offerings or operating models

At every stage, hiring decisions shape culture, client relationships and delivery quality. We work closely with agency leadership to understand where talent will make the greatest impact, not just today, but as the organisation evolves.

 

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Permanent, contract and leadership hiring for healthcare communications

Healthcare communications agencies require flexibility in how they access talent. RBW Consulting supports clients through a range of recruitment solutions, aligned to role seniority, urgency and business need.

This includes:

Rather than segmenting capability into rigid categories, we adapt our approach to the realities of agency life, ensuring speed where needed, and rigour where it matters most.

 

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Why healthcare communications agencies choose RBW Consulting

Agencies partner with RBW because we understand that talent in healthcare communications is as much about judgement and influence as it is about technical skill.

What sets RBW Consulting apart:

  • Deep experience across the healthcare communications landscape
  • Life sciences exclusive focus, with strong scientific literacy
  • Ability to recruit across creative, medical, strategic and digital disciplines
  • Access to highly sought‑after, passive talent
  • Consultative, relationship‑led approach, grounded in careful listening and understanding of agency dynamics

We take time to understand not just what a role requires, but how it contributes to client delivery, team dynamics and long‑term agency success.

 

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A long‑term partner for healthcare communications agencies

RBW Consulting supports healthcare communications recruitment across Europe and the United States, partnering with agencies through growth, transition and transformation. We build long‑term partnerships with agencies, often supporting them over multiple years and across successive phases of growth.

Whether you are:

  • Expanding client teams
  • Building specialist capability
  • Strengthening leadership and succession
  • Navigating change in services or structure

we act as a trusted partner, helping you build teams that deliver confident, credible and compliant communications

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Let's talk

If you lead or operate within a healthcare communications agency, and need a recruitment partner who understands the realities of regulated, science‑led communications, we’d welcome the conversation. Our role is simple: to help healthcare communications agencies build teams that deliver influence, credibility and impact.

Healthcare Communications Jobs

Programme Executive (IME/CME)

United Kingdom
Up to £35,000 per annum DOE

Programme Executive (IME/CME)

Are you looking to develop your career in medical communications and medical education, working on impactful programmes that support clinicians around the world? Our client is seeking a Programme Executive to join their team on a permanent basis, supporting the delivery of both live and enduring (on-demand) educational activities.

About Our Client

Our client is a medical education organisation with a strong focus on IME and CME activities delivered via webinars, virtual events and on-demand content. Operating in a fast-paced, growth-orientated environment, our client’s team collaborates closely across functions to deliver high-quality educational programmes for healthcare professionals. You will be joining a business that values rigorous delivery standards, clear communication and a proactive approach to improving processes and ways of working.

The Role: Programme Executive

As Programme Executive, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of medical education programmes across live and enduring formats. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will manage day-to-day project administration, track timelines, coordinate materials and help ensure every activity is delivered smoothly and to a consistently high standard. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organisation, stakeholder communication and contributing to meaningful work in MedEd.

What You Will Be Doing

• Support the delivery of on-demand educational programmes, ensuring activities are produced and released on schedule.

• Assist with creating and maintaining project timelines, monitoring progress against agreed plans and flagging risks or issues as they arise.

• Coordinate programme materials with internal colleagues and external stakeholders to ensure content is accurate, complete and up to date.

• Upload, organise and maintain educational content within the platform used by our client’s team, ensuring information is clearly presented.

• Support the planning and execution of webinars and virtual educational events, including scheduling, platform setup and event logistics.

• Assist in transitioning live content into enduring educational resources, helping to maximise the impact and reach of each activity.

• Coordinate communications with faculty, speakers and moderators, making sure they are well informed and prepared at every stage.

• Track the receipt of presentations, recordings, disclosures and supporting materials, ensuring all deliverables are received on time and meet required standards.

• Work closely with Programme Managers and cross-functional teams to keep project trackers, timelines and documentation accurate and current.

• Use internal systems and the MedEd platform to support programme delivery, including creating simple visual assets using Canva where needed.

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve ways of working, contributing to continuous improvement across the team.

• Provide general operational support across the business and play an active role in a collaborative, delivery-focused environment.

About You

• Previous experience within a medical communications agency, ideally supporting programme or account delivery.

• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to keep multiple activities on track simultaneously.

• Confident written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with internal teams and external faculty.

• A proactive, can-do attitude and a genuine willingness to learn, adapt and step in where needed.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-velocity environment where priorities can shift and quality standards remain high.

• A background in science or life sciences is beneficial but not essential; an interest in healthcare and medical education is highly valued.

What’s In It For You

• Day-to-day exposure to webinars, virtual events and on-demand content, giving you a broad skill set.

• Close collaboration with experienced Programme Managers and cross-functional teams who will support your development.

• A role where your organisation, initiative and attention to detail directly contribute to closing healthcare gaps and improving education for clinicians.

• The chance to grow as the business evolves, expanding your responsibilities and shaping your career within medical communications.

How To Apply

If you have experience in medical communications and are keen to build your career in programme delivery within IME/CME, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your CV, outlining your relevant experience and motivation for the role, and a consultant will be in touch to discuss this opportunity with our client’s team.

Account Director

United Kingdom
GBP 50000 - 60000

Account Director – Medical Education (Remote, UK)

Are you an experienced Senior Account Manager or Account Director in Healthcare Communications, equipped with a Medical Education (IME or CME) background? If you're ready to make a meaningful difference while working in a fast-paced, rewarding environment, our client wants to hear from you.

About Our Client

Our client is a forward-thinking organisation specialising in Medical Education, committed to improving access to crucial medical education globally. By leveraging innovative approaches, they work to bridge healthcare knowledge gaps and improve outcomes through enduring and live formats.

Why Join Our Client’s Team?

• Thrive in a high-velocity environment where urgency meets excellence in delivery.

• Take charge of programme execution, combining precision, creativity, and impact.

• Become a part of a collaborative team dedicated to improving global healthcare education.

• Benefit from the flexibility of fully remote working while contributing to impactful projects.

Your Role as an Account Director

In this crucial position, you’ll lead the delivery of multiple educational initiatives, overseeing both live and on-demand formats. As a key operational link across various teams, you’ll be pivotal in ensuring high-quality, timely, and accurate execution of programmes that truly make a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Take end-to-end ownership of programme delivery, from internal kick-off to final execution, for live and enduring educational activities.

• Plan, support, and manage live events such as webinars or virtual symposia, handling everything from platform setup to rehearsal logistics.

• Act as a primary point of contact for faculty members, ensuring they are supported, informed, and consistently deliver at a professional standard.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain alignment and operational efficiency across projects.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Previous experience delivering Medical Education programmes (IME or CME) within an medcial communications agency

• Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects seamlessly.

• A strong eye for detail combined with a commitment to excellence in programme delivery.

• Outstanding stakeholder management and communication abilities.

What’s on Offer?

• The chance to work remotely within the UK while being part of transformative healthcare projects.

• A collaborative and professional work environment focused on impactful outcomes.

• Opportunities to innovate, contribute, and grow in a company genuinely driven by a mission to improve healthcare education.

Location

This is a remote position, open to candidates based in the United Kingdom.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a driven professional with a passion for healthcare communications and the skills to lead, apply today to join our client’s inspiring team. A rewarding career focused on meaningful work awaits!

Account Director Med Comms, London

United Kingdom
c. £60,000

Role Overview

Are you ready to make a lasting impact in the world of healthcare communications? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking team as an Account Director, where you'll take the lead on significant portions of accounts in a dynamic and fast-paced medical communications environment. Reporting to a Senior Account Director, you'll drive client success, shape strategy, and foster meaningful collaboration, all while helping to deliver groundbreaking solutions in oncology and medical affairs.

About Our Client

Our client is a specialist in the healthcare communications sector, known for their innovation, expertise, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of healthcare providers and patients. They provide a supportive, team-oriented culture where proactive thinkers, strategic leaders, and commercially minded individuals thrive. Offering a hybrid working model, they value flexibility while fostering collaboration and growth within their teams.

About the Role

  • Drive independent account leadership, owning strategy and delivering “headline-level” insights to senior stakeholders without micromanagement.

  • Build strong client relationships and provide solutions-focused leadership to navigate challenges and uncover growth opportunities.

  • Lead on diverse projects, from expert engagement to congress activity, digital content, and more.

  • Contribute to the development of junior team members over time, ensuring a collaborative and supportive team dynamic.

  • Support account growth by identifying and capitalising on organic growth opportunities.

Requirements / Experience

  • Experience in healthcare communications or medical affairs, particularly in oncology or related fields.

  • Strong client leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Commercial awareness with the ability to manage scope and maximize opportunities.

  • Proven experience in delivering strategic insights and driving forward account growth.

Skills

  • Proactive problem-solving: Navigate ambiguity and adapt to client challenges with ease.

  • Strategic leadership: Confidently engage in high-level conversations while keeping the bigger picture in focus.

  • Business acumen: Understand revenue streams and leverage opportunities effectively.

  • Collaborative mindset: Connect workstreams and build cohesive, engaged teams.

Next Steps

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply today. Join our client’s team and contribute to impactful work in the healthcare communications sector.

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