Senior Account Executive

In the fast-changing world where our clients deliver life-changing medicines and technology, Cognite’s dynamic team drives our mission of bringing science to life.

As an independent agency, we create clear, compelling communications, focusing on the transformative therapies that are inspiring the future of healthcare and the highly complex diseases they treat.

The agile and forward-thinking mindset of our Client Services team ensures strong client partnerships across global, regional and local teams. Always relied upon to deliver solutions with a smile, we go above and beyond to deliver for our clients.

We are looking for a Senior Account Executive to join our growing team. You will be responsible for:

• Building and maintaining strong and enduring relationships by ensuring the client’s needs and expectations are not only met, but exceeded through a proactive and positive attitude
• Meticulous project planning encompassing accurate timeline development, budget development and tracking, project brief creation, and requesting internal resources to ensure projects are delivered on time, in budget and to the brief
• Being seen as the “go-to person” for driving your assigned projects forward with a fast, yet measured, approach
• Maintaining organisation and efficiency while managing multiple projects

We believe someone with the following skill set and experience could be a good match for this role:

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant science
• Proven experience as a Senior Account Executive in a medical communications agency
• The ability to remain organised with a high level of attention to detail, even when faced with competing priorities
• An approachable demeanour, with a respectful and honest outlook
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• A solution-orientated and collaborative attitude

Cognite’s agency values – Everyone matters; Science at the heart; Entrepreneurial mindset; True partners; and Doing the right thing – shape how we work every day. We believe every individual can make a positive difference; we put science at the core of everything we do; we embrace curiosity and courage to find solutions; we build lasting partnerships focused on shared goals; and we act with integrity and inclusivity in all our interactions.

Our benefits include:

• Discretionary company bonus and incentive schemes
• Hybrid working (home-based + co-working space in Holborn, Central London)
• Private healthcare
• Frequent social and team events
• 24 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Company closure between Christmas and New Year

If you are passionate about bringing science to life, then we would love to hear from you.