Vice President, Consumer Science

Brace your career – you’re going beyond the science quo with Spectrum. We’re the integrated marketing, communications and media agency that’s out of this world. We’re fiercely independent and 100% science-focused so we can go where other “science-light” agencies can’t or won’t. Together with superhuman strategy, atomic creative, intermedia magic, interwoven ingenuity and indomitable innovation we dream beyond the realm of the possible – and do it.

The Vice President on the Consumer Science team will be responsible for closely supporting the Client Relationship Leader (or taking on the role of Client Relationship leader, account dependent) to drive interwoven programs which may include scientific communications, branding and positioning. strategy, digital and social strategy, KOL development and engagement, and collaboration with our earned and paid media teams. This person will have a deep understanding of client subject matter, an ability to communicate effectively internally as well as with clients and other external partners and an eye for flawless execution that delivers ROI. An ability to effectively manage, mobilize and mentor teams is critical to success in this role. We are looking for a person that can help us continue to drive the business forward.

Job Responsibilities 

• Manage all facets of a multidimensional, interwoven team and provide sound, strategic counsel to ensure progress, action and results; keep senior leadership informed and bring them in when necessary to maintain high-quality service and execution
• Develop thorough knowledge of client industry landscape, scientific approach and business objectives as to identify strategic opportunities
• Partner with intermedia team to develop strategic programs that meet client goals
• Work with senior leadership to expand strategic thinking and identify growth opportunities 
• Review wide-array of strategic scientific communications materials and other deliverables (e.g., corporate/product narratives, press materials and assets, messages and Q&As, results reports) 
• Take the lead on plans and high-level deliverables (e.g., yearly planning, incremental program opportunities throughout the year)
• Participate and actively contribute to all-agency/IAT meetings, as appropriate
• Manage account financials including staffing and projections, budget tracking and monthly billing packages to ensure team is on trend; work with internal Project Management team; liaise with client on budget recommendations
• Ensure team meets deadlines, manages priorities and effectively communicates to both internal and external stakeholders
• Fully master the Spectrumtific Method/other client service methodologies 
• Demonstrate and nurture agency values and principles 
• Participate in agency activities and professional development opportunities; communicate areas for improvement 
• Supervise junior staff and play an active role in their professional development; identify and champion both account-specific and agency-wide visibility opportunities for self and team members
• Contribute to new business opportunities

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in communications, English or similar major
• At least 8 years of agency experience, with a focus in consumer healthcare and science
• Experience working in cross-functional teams preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) and prior familiarity with media tools (e.g., Cision, Bloomberg Terminal, HootSuite) Deep understanding of client subject matter, industry landscape
• Ability to manage multiple projects and/or accounts simultaneously
• An extreme attention to detail
• Professional demeanor
• Ability to excel in a team environment as well as work independently
• Resourceful and effective problem solver
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong presentation skills 

You choose where you work. We are a hybrid work environment with options to work in one of our four offices (Washington, DC, New York, Chicago, and Atlanta), remotely anywhere in the United States, or a combination.

Spectrum is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.