Strategist & Copy Lead

Location London
Discipline: Communications
Job type: Permanent
Salary: ££60,000-£70,000 DOE
Contact name: Nicky Stunt

Contact email: nicky.stunt@rbwconsulting.com
Contact phone: 01293 364066
Job ref: NS35209
Published: 15 days ago
Expiry date: 03 May 2025 23:59

​Are you a senior medical copywriter with a strategic edge, looking to step into a role that combines creative thinking, content leadership and big-picture planning?

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This independent healthcare communications agency is growing—and they’re looking for someone who can lead from the front. If you’re passionate about crafting clear, compelling science-led content and shaping strategy that makes a difference, this could be your next move.


The Role:

A hybrid role combining copy excellence and strategic leadership, you'll take the lead across two key areas:

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Strategy & Content Development

  • Help shape communication and marketing strategies for pharma and biotech clients

  • Build insight-driven, omnichannel content plans

  • Contribute to creative briefs, tactical plans, proposals and pitches

  • Develop standout creative concepts and scientifically robust copy

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Team Leadership & Quality Control

  • Mentor and support a growing team of writers

  • Ensure creative output meets scientific, creative and compliance standards

  • Oversee content quality from first draft to final approval

  • Champion the agency’s belief in making healthcare communication simple and powerful


About You:

  • Experienced medical copywriter with a flair for strategy

  • BSc or higher in a life sciences subject (essential)

  • Proven experience in a healthcare communications agency

  • Able to balance creative storytelling with scientific accuracy

  • Confident, collaborative and proactive – a natural team player and leader

  • A strong communicator who can guide, influence and simplify complex ideas


What’s On Offer:

  • Hybrid working with a flexible culture

  • Dedicated training and career development

  • A supportive, close-knit team that values fresh thinking and creativity


If you’re ready to take your skills to the next level in a role that blends strategy, science and storytelling, I’d love to hear from you.

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Apply now or contact Nicky Stunt, Principal Manageratnicky.stunt@rbwconsulting.com


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Strategist, Copy Lead, Healthcare Communications, Medical Copywriting, Strategic Planning, Content Development, Omnichannel Strategy, Life Sciences, Team Leadership, UK-based, Hybrid Working, Scientific Storytelling, Creative Campaigns, Client Strategy