Junior Medical Writer – Manchester

Company: Havas Lynx
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Havas Lynx is looking for Junior Medical Writers to join two of our Manchester based agencies. Application deadline: 30th June. Assessment centre: 9th July. Start date: 1st October.

Who We Are

We are an award‑winning integrated communications agency committed to bringing about change in healthcare – informed by experience, driven by innovation, and proven in delivery. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates to produce global campaigns that aim to enhance people’s lives: empowering patients to understand their treatment options, providing support to carers, and educating healthcare professionals to make effective treatment decisions.

The Junior Medical Writer Role

Using your scientific background and expertise, you will help connect healthcare professionals and patients with the knowledge, tools and services they need to better achieve their goals. Working on global healthcare accounts, you will help clients deliver well‑informed, scientifically accurate and compelling communications across a range of media. Expect to be:

  • Writing creative, scientifically accurate communications – from patient information to websites to social channels
  • Carrying out research and analysing data that supports your communication
  • Working collaboratively with each discipline to ensure accuracy and the most engaging method of communication
  • Gaining in‑depth understanding of different therapy areas and brands

The Successful Candidate Will

  • Have a Life Science degree
  • Be able to demonstrate a genuine interest and ability in scientific and creative writing
  • Be technologically (including AI) literate, proficient and curious to supercharge their writing skills
  • Have a passion to work in healthcare and produce creative and engaging communication
  • Possess a high level of attention to detail
  • Display very strong organisational and time management skills
  • Be professional, approachable and confident in sharing their ideas
  • A team player with excellent initiative and problem‑solving skills

What We Offer

  • Havas Archway – our early careers 6‑month training programme
  • Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 from home
  • 28 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
  • Increasing holiday allowance connected to length of service
  • Option to buy, carry or sell holidays
  • #LXAcademy – our bespoke training programme for personal and professional development
  • Full wellbeing programme including organised sports – yoga, football, padel and more
  • Sabbatical opportunities
  • Volunteer days
  • Early finish on Fridays throughout the year plus extra early finish during summer months
  • Later start on Mondays during winter months
  • Wellness Wednesdays extended lunch hour to focus on wellbeing
  • 24/7 access to a free, confidential and independent Employee Assistance Programme
  • Medicash healthcare cash plan
  • Life insurance (4 x salary)
  • Auto‑enrolment pension
  • Office dogs
  • Fully paid company parties and socials

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Posted: June 8th, 2026