Managing Account Supervisor, Sports/Health (Pharma) Communications

Job Description

Ketchum, a global communications consultancy, is seeking a Managing Account Supervisor to join its sports specialty team, focusing on healthcare/pharma. The ideal candidate will have experience leading and growing businesses, strong media relationships, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a passion for sports and excellent teamwork skills.Responsibilities include:

• Serving as the day-to-day manager for Ketchum Sports Health programs.
• Providing strategic guidance to clients.
• Managing client budget allocation and team billability.
• Troubleshooting issues and offering solutions.
• Writing clear media strategies and securing earned media placements.
• Staying current on sports, sports business, and gaming trends.
• Creating a positive and safe environment for teams.
• Motivating and coaching junior team members.
• Growing incremental budget and participating in new business opportunities.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7+ years of agency and/or corporate public relations experience.
• Demonstrated track record in building strong client relationships.
• Consumer healthcare/pharma background.

Ketchum offers:

• Hybrid Workplace: Three days a week in the office
• Robust benefits program, effective within 30 days of hire
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Family Forming Benefits
• Employee Recognition Program
• Generous paid time off includes vacation, wellness, and extended holiday schedule
• Various development opportunities to enhance personal and professional life
• Tuition reimbursement
• Monthly Cell Phone & Wi-Fi reimbursement