Principal Medical Writer

Principal Medical Writer

We are seeking a Principal Medical Writer to lead scientific strategy and content development for key accounts, working in close collaboration with the Programme Director. This role involves translating client objectives into compelling, multi-channel activities designed to drive behavior change. You'll also oversee processes, resources, and training within the medical writing team to ensure consistent, high-quality output.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive strategy and content development for key accounts, leveraging a deep understanding of clinical data, therapeutic areas, and brand objectives.
• Guide brainstorms for new proposals and projects, ensuring content aligns with client objectives across multiple channels.
• Write or mentor junior writers to produce engaging content that tells a compelling story in line with client goals.
• Provide guidance on adapting writing styles for different audiences and media platforms.
• Work with programme teams to ensure content is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.
• Act as the primary data and therapeutic area expert for specific accounts, building strong relationships with clients and key opinion leaders (KOLs).
• Confidently lead scientific and editorial discussions with clients and KOLs, offering strategic insight and direction.
• Take a lead role in presenting scientific strategy and content plans during client meetings and pitches.
• Oversee writing processes, ensuring alignment with editorial standards and identifying areas for improvement.
• Regularly assess team capacity, plan for freelance support, and handle recruitment where needed.
• Brief and manage freelancers, ensuring they understand client objectives, brand strategies, and content expectations.

• Manage and mentor junior writers, providing feedback, conducting training, and developing induction programmes.
• Offer ongoing support and training to ensure continuous professional development for the writing team.
• Identify and recommend external training opportunities for team members as needed.

• Ensure writing support estimates are accurate and project reconciliations reflect actual work delivered.
• Regularly communicate with the programme team regarding any budget, time, or schedule impacts.
• Uphold and support the company's core values of Ambition, Accountability, Collaboration, Agility, and Quality, setting a strong example within the team.

If you're an experienced medical writer looking to lead on high-impact projects, collaborate with top-tier clients, and mentor a dynamic team, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!