A Strategic Account Associate (SAA) is the first level position in the Strategic Account Management department. It is the intent that SAAs will develop to the Strategic Account Manager position and, having mastered the job responsibilities outlined below, eventually take on their own book of business as a Strategic Account Director.

DESIRED SKILLS

We seek highly motivated people with outstanding professional credentials, business accomplishment, and leadership. In addition, we place high value on relevant personal qualities: resourcefulness, tenacity, independence, energy, and self-confidence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree (PhD, MD, or PharmD) in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, and/or advanced degree in management, marketing, or business preferred
• At least 1-year account management experience within the medical communications or related industry
• PowerPoint design proficiency
• Strong strategic and analytical background
• Strong desire to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and presentation skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The SAA’s primary role will be to help the team meet and exceed their goals through support and execution of their core responsibilities:

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stay abreast of developments (eg, science, competitors, regulations) in clients’ industries
• Keep honing marketing and strategy expertise to better serve clients and Precision AQ
• Network and connect to grow your influence and add value
  Support of the Strategic Account Director or Strategic Account Manager may include tasks, such as: assisting in the preparation of annual strategic/tactical plans for clients and Precision AQ, addressing ad hoc client requests and needs, reviewing and finalizing materials for distribution to the client or other external parties, participating in and/or leading calls with clients or healthcare practitioners, preparing content as necessary to fulfill client requirements, traveling to and attending and supporting live meetings with clients and/or healthcare practitioners, and more. The day-to-day activities of a SAA will vary greatly depending on client needs, account size, product status, and Precision AQ needs.