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Client Engagement Director (Medical Communications)

rednucleus
Companyrednucleus
CategoryHealthcare
LocationCA
Remote
EmploymentNot stated
LevelDirector
SalaryNot stated by the employer
First seen24 Jul 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date)
Last verified11 Aug 2026
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Description
Red Nucleus is hiring a Client Engagement Director to join our global Medical Communications team! This is a home-based position out of Canada, the US, or the UK. Our purpose is advancing knowledge to improve lives. We succeed by being the premier provider of strategic learning and development, scientific advisory services, and medical communications solutions for the life sciences industry. Our global team is composed of nearly 800 full-time employees whose commitment to creativity, quality, and on-time delivery is unrivaled in our space. At Red Nucleus, we believe in providing a rich working environment that pushes us to innovate in ways that engages our employees to be their best selves. Our culture is about meaningful work, a true sense of community and fun.   We love to celebrate our people and we are proud to have been Internationally recognized as a “Great Place to Work". Job Overview The  Client Engagement Director   is responsible for  leading strategic client relationships across assigned accounts  of $2M - $4M in annual revenue . This role serves as the primary client  lead  and is accountable for client satisfaction, organic growth, and the overall financial health of  assigned accounts . The Client Engagement Director  acts as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams, translating business and scientific  objectives  into clear strategic direction  ensur ing projects are executed to the highest standards of  quality ,  compl i ance  and efficiency.   This role partners closely with Scientific, Creative, Project Management to align strategy and execution across multiple workstreams. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Client Engagement Director balances hands-on leadership with strategic oversight, proactively  identifies  risks and opportunities, and guides teams toward successful outcomes. This individual thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is recognized by clients and colleagues as a confident leader, sound decision-maker, and steward of long-term client partnerships. Responsibilities: • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building trusted, long-term relationships with senior stakeholders. • Lead strategic planning and contribute to medical communications roadmaps aligned  to  brand  objectives  and scientific strategy. • Maintains deep knowledge of client brands, therapeutic areas, clinical data, and market dynamics to guide project direction. • Identify  evolving client needs, recommend innovative solutions, and drive organic growth to meet or exceed revenue targets. • Lead weekly client status meetings, ensuring  timely  agendas, recaps, and proactive communication. • Partner with Scientific Services to ensure deliverables are strategically aligned to client objectives and maintain scientific integrity. • Guide  development and execution of core medical communications tactics including publications, scientific communication platforms,  advisory boards ,   congress  activities, speaker programs, MSL materials,  o mnichannel programs  and digital initiatives. • Own financial health  of assigned accounts  including forecasting, margin management, Earned Rate performance, and  timely  reconciliations and close-outs. • Lead scoping and SOW development  including Charge Orders, managing execution through client systems • Ensure  projects  are delivered on scope, on time, on budget, and to quality standards. • Manage and develop Manager- and Coordinator-level staff through coaching, feedback, and career development. • Uphold  agency and clien t SOPs and compliance standards including PhRMA and Open Payments g uidelines. • Provide onsite leadership for key initiatives and partner with events teams and external vendors to deliver premium experiences. Education  and  Experience Education • Bachelor’s degree  required  (Communications, Marketing, Life Sciences, or related field preferred). Advanced degree a plus. Experience • 8 – 10 + years of experience in medical communications, medical education,  pharma  marketing, or related fields. Knowledge,  Skills & Abilities • Strong understanding of the life sciences industry, therapeutic landscapes, and drug development process • Experience  with  strateg ic  planning  initiatives  including  publications planning, tactical planning,  congress strategy, etc. • Advanced financial acumen including forecasting, SOW development, and profitability management • Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills with executive-level client presence • Strong organizational and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment • Proven problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams • Demonstrated people leadership, coaching, and performance management capabilities • High attention to detail with commitment to quality and compliance • Proficiency  with Microsoft Office and project management systems • Ability to quickly learn and apply new tools and technologies Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range for this role is $120,000 to $140,000 CAN . Compensation will be determined based on an applicant’s skills, competencies, experience, and qualifications. Employees may progress within this range over time based on performance, tenure, and internal equity considerations. Red Nucleus Employees may progress within this range over time based on performance, tenure, and internal equity considerations. Diversity, equity and inclusion are valued at Red Nucleus and we believe we have a shared responsibility to provide equal opportunity and foster an inclusive spirit.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, caste, sexual orientation, gender, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. To learn more about working at Red Nucleus, please visit  Careers | Red Nucleus LI-LD1