Account executive in healthcare communications

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. We are seeking a Senior Account Executive (SAE) to join Edelman's Health Brands team in London, with a focus on integrated healthcare communications, policy and public affairs.

• Manage day-to-day client activities and account workstreams, ensuring high-quality delivery, proactive communication and timely responses to client needs.
• Support the planning, development and execution of integrated healthcare programmes, bringing together policy, public affairs, media relations, stakeholder engagement and creative communications.
• Develop compelling narratives and high-quality written content across a range of formats, including messaging frameworks, policy and stakeholder briefings, media materials, social media content and thought leadership, tailored to different audiences and channels.
• Support stakeholder mapping and engagement activities across the healthcare ecosystem, including policymakers, healthcare professionals, patient organisations, industry bodies and other influential voices.
• Monitor and analyse UK healthcare policy developments, political and regulatory changes, and broader industry trends to identify opportunities, inform client recommendations and shape communications strategies.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across communications disciplines to deliver integrated campaigns that engage audiences and support client objectives.
• Coordinate project timelines, budgets, action trackers and reporting, ensuring efficient account management and delivery.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues, providing constructive feedback and contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Contribute to creative brainstorms, strategic planning, new business proposals and opportunities for account growth.

• Previous experience in healthcare communications, public relations, public affairs or a related field, ideally within an agency, consultancy or healthcare-focused organisation.
• A strong interest in the UK healthcare landscape, including health policy, the NHS, government priorities and the broader political and regulatory environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex healthcare and policy topics into clear, engaging and accessible content for different audiences.
• Experience supporting integrated communications and policy programmes, stakeholder engagement, media relations, public affairs or healthcare-focused communications programmes.
• An understanding of how policy, stakeholder engagement, earned media, digital channels and creative communications can work together to shape conversations and deliver impact.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced agency environment.
• A proactive, curious and collaborative approach, combining analytical thinking, creativity, sound judgement and excellent attention to detail.
• An interest in the intersection of healthcare, policy, business and society, with an enthusiasm for helping clients navigate complex issues and communicate effectively.

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