Associate Director Project Management

Director, Global Talent Acquisition | WebMD & Medscape

Summary

Are you a seasoned digital project manager or former account director from a med comms or medical education agency? Do you thrive on leading complex digital programmes that make a real impact in healthcare?

WebMD/Medscape Medical Affairs is looking for a strategic, hands‑on Associate Director, Project Management to drive flawless delivery of global digital programmes for top pharmaceutical clients.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of project managers across multiple client programmes.
• Oversee end‑to‑end delivery of digital Medical Affairs initiatives, including education hubs, videos, slide decks, email campaigns, and live/virtual meeting content.
• Collaborate closely with Account Management, Editorial, Scientific, Creative, and global teams to ensure client priorities are met on time and on budget.
• Drive operational excellence—streamline processes, maintain compliance, and champion continuous improvement.
• Act as a senior escalation point for project challenges, risk management, and resource alignment.

Who You Are

• 7–10+ years in project management within med comms, medical education, or pharma agencies, ideally with digital programme experience.
• Experienced in managing teams and mentoring PM talent.
• Comfortable translating client priorities into actionable plans while keeping projects on track.
• Strong communicator, collaborator, and problem‑solver with a proactive mindset.
• Knowledgeable about global pharma regulations (ABPI, EMA) and able to navigate complex, cross‑functional environments across multiple time zones.

Why Join Us

• Work on innovative digital programmes that reach healthcare professionals worldwide.
• Lead and grow a talented PM team in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Be part of a respected brand in Medical Affairs and make an impact on the future of digital healthcare education.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applicants must possess the legal right to work in the United Kingdom; where applicable, visa sponsorship may be considered for eligible candidates.

We remain fully committed to an accessible and inclusive recruitment process and invite candidates to inform us of any reasonable adjustments required to support their application. All personal data submitted during the recruitment process will be processed strictly for recruitment purposes in compliance with UK GDPR and will not be disclosed to third parties without prior consent.

Please note that the duties and responsibilities associated with this role are indicative rather than exhaustive and may be amended in response to organisational or operational requirements. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the receipt of satisfactory references and, where appropriate, the successful completion of relevant background checks.

This advertisement is issued for information purposes only and shall not be construed as forming any part of a contractual offer of employment.

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