Vice President, Healthcare, Ruder Finn

Ruder Finn is one of the world’s largest independent global communications and integrated marketing agencies, recognized for bold ideas, strategic thinking, and a culture that continually pushes   what’s   next. The agency continues to earn recognition for its industry leadership, creativity, and growth, including being named Large Agency of the Year at the 2026 PRWeek U.S. Awards and one of PRWeek’s Best Places to Work .

Ruder Finn is seeking an exceptional   Vice President ,   Health accou nt   lead   to provide strategic counsel and execution for its clients in the healthcare sector. This role will oversee the planning and execution of   strateg ic   programs ,   product communications , DSE   and   regu latory mil estones   as well as   play a key role in growing   existing   business and   managing and cultivating staff.   The individual will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task,   lead   workstreams   and provide sound strategic counsel.

We   are se ekin g cand idates who are   excited to work on breakthrough product communications in the areas of oncology, immunology,   r are   dis ease   and neuroscience. This individual will need to build strong client relationships ,   manage   interna l   cros s- functional   a ccount teams,   drive growth within an agency   environment   and   possess   a strong record of account management with exceptional client service.

If   you’re   passionate about healthcare, energized by complex challenges, and excited to build campaigns that make an impact, this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities

- Serve as the day-to-day lead for healthcare clients, managing   strategy ,   planni ng   and   execution

- Oversee multiple projects and workstreams from planning through execution,   anticipating   challenges, troubleshooting issues, proposing solutions, and ensuring deadlines and budgets are   a dhere d to

- Contribute significantly to the development of comprehensive   and innov ative   integrated communications programs,   campai gn   recommendations   and budgeting

- Provide   an excellent level of client service by   delivering projects on time and that are high quality in nature   and   error-f ree ;   manage multiple workstreams keeping teams on   task and on deadline

- Manage, mentor, and develop junior and mid-level talent by   identifying   skills and repositioning roles as necessary to create a best-in-class team s

- Provide thoughtful client counsel and recommendations that reflect an understanding of client priorities, the healthcare landscape, and communications best practices

- Demonstrate strong knowledge of clients’ businesses, including competitors, product landscapes, public opinion and market trends, influencers, media dynamics, and factors that may   impact   communications strategy

- Apply innovative thinking to generate   new approaches , alternative strategies, and creative program ideas

- Identify   potential issues early, elevate challenges with recommended solutions, and know when to seek senior counsel

- Lead the development of core communications materials, including media strategies, press releases, key message documents, social media content, briefing materials, communications plans, and client presentations

- Ensure strong quality control across client materials, reviewing for accuracy, strategic alignment, clarity, and polish

- Maintain   a high level   of responsiveness and communicate with clients, supervisors, and account teams in a clear,   timely , and solutions-oriented manner

- Motivate team members to work together toward shared   objectives   and high-quality outcomes

- Convey ideas clearly and confidently in client meetings and presentations

- Serve as a role model for junior team members by   demonstrating   sound judgment, accountability, curiosity, and openness to new ways of thinking

- Delegate effectively by setting clear expectations, deadlines, context, and measures of success

- Build program budgets, track finances, create SOWs, and support forecasting while ensuring resources align with client needs

Qualifications

- Minimum   8 +   years of experience within public   relations/communications, healthcare /pharma   experience is   required

- Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations , Communications,   Journalism   or related field

- Previous   experience in healthcare communications with experience working on pharmaceutical products,   biotech   and/or patient advocacy

- E xperience with data and regulatory milestone s   communications   is   required

- E xperience in working with patient advocacy groups, patients and influencers is   required

- A personal passion to work across all verticals in the healthcare space

- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build relationships

- Demonstrated   track record   of developing and executing successful communications programs for healthcare brands

- Curiosity and comfort with integrating AI into communications and workflows

- Strong writing and organizational skills and ability to multi-task

- Ability to contribute to strategic thinking and the development and execution of programs

Benefits and More

- You will receive a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity

- You will also be able to enroll in our Health, Dental, Vision, company paid Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, as well as 401k (match) plan.

- Monthly allowance for cell   phone , office equipment, etc.

- Generous PTO policy with paid maternity/ paternity leave

- Transit benefits

- Professional learning and development opportunities

- Workplace flexibility

- On-site and off-site social gatherings

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The   anticipated   salary range for this position, at the time of posting, is $ 120,000 - $145,000 . The salary of the applicant selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, internal equity, geography, relevant years of experience, certifications, skills, abilities of the selected applicant, and other job-related qualifications. In addition, a range of medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits   also are   available by the company.

W e have openings across multiple levels within the agency. If you're interested, please reach out to [email protected] , we'd be happy to discuss similar opportunities that align with your experience.

Ruder Finn provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Ruder Finn will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Ruder Finn believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.