Account Manager - Healthcare Communications

Burson Open · verified Aug 17, 2026

London Manager Communications

Mid-level Communications role at Burson. London · no salary stated · we estimate £45,000–£88,000.

Estimated pay

Burson has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

£45,000 – £88,000

What the middle half of mid-level communications roles in London paid, among postings that did state a salary.

Worked out from 16 postings that stated pay, median £67,000. Last updated Mar 10, 2026.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Manage client relationships and deliver insight-led integrated communications programmes
Lead projects spanning data, brand, digital, social and disease awareness work
Support patient engagement, policy communications and other healthcare initiatives
Contribute to account forecasting, financial tracking and internal reporting
Help client teams succeed through people management and line management

What you bring

Communications experience from an agency or comparable environment
Broad pharmaceutical communications experience across global, EMEA or UK programmes
A track record of directing client projects and helping teams deliver successfully
Experience with client relationships, integrated campaigns and data or brand communications
Exposure to account finances, forecasting, reporting, new business pitches or people management

Who this fits

This role suits a communications professional with pharmaceutical experience who can manage client work, lead projects and support teams. It is open to a Senior Account Executive stepping into Account Manager responsibilities. The London-based team follows a hybrid pattern with office attendance around four days each week, while accommodations or flexibility can be discussed.

From the employer

Who we are:

Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.

WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com

For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

More about the role:
We are a diverse team of 40+ healthcare communications specialists who thrive on curiosity, the thrill of a challenge, good old-fashioned fun and working in partnership with clients to improve the health of the world, one brilliant idea at a time.

We deliver global, EMEA and UK integrated marketing communications solutions for many of the world’s leading healthcare companies. Our breadth of work is limitless, as we challenge ourselves to innovate in all that we do and really make a difference. If it’s led by solid-insight or data, nothing is out of reach; from traditional media campaigns, data communications and brand launches, to multi-channel digital and social media programmes, to influencer campaigns and disease awareness initiatives, to patient apps or patient advocacy partnerships, to multi-award-winning corporate re-positioning videos and crisis management, the list is endless.

We are very proud to have been awarded the EMEA Healthcare Consultancy of the Year for a few years running, as well as having received awards across the board in Social Media, PR, Marketing, Innovation, Digital and Influencer categories – an accolade to be proud of when pitted against some of the best consumer campaigns from less-regulated industries.

We believe that working here is a chance to change lives, including your own. We’re a super supportive team with a warm, friendly and social culture. Through our solid PDP process and ongoing training and support, we pride ourselves on nurturing our people to be their very best.

Our London Office
Burson employs over 450 people in the UK, and our stunning Southwark offices run over two floors as part of the larger WPP Campus, Rose Court. We have access to a beautiful roof terrace with panoramic views across London and a bar/restaurant area, which is a great spot for client meetings and socialising with the wider agency and other WPP OpCo’s.

What you'll do:

You will have a solid grounding in communications, within agency or similar environments.
We are seeking candidates with a breadth of experience in communications for the pharmaceutical industry.
Proven experience of leading projects is essential, as well as involvement in leading teams to success.
This role could be for an Senior Account Executive ready to be an Account Manager - we are open to level!!
In this role, under the guidance of senior team members, you will have a hands-on approach in managing client relationships and delivering strategic and well-thought-out integrated communications programmes that are based on industry specific knowledge.

Experience that contributes to success:

Previous experience working across Global/EMEA/UK communications programmes for pharmaceutical clients
Experienced in building strong client relationships
Well versed in leading and implementing client projects
Data and brand communications
Digital and social media campaigns
Disease awareness/unbranded campaigns
Patient engagement and policy communications
Exposure to account financials, internal forecasting and reporting
Prior experience in new business pitching
People management in client teams and line management

You belong at Burson:

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.

At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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