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[Remote] VP Group Account Lead, Speaker Bureau
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The HWP Group is seeking a VP Group Account Lead, Speaker Bureau to oversee pharmaceutical speaker bureau initiatives. The role leads strategic client relationships, operational execution, financial stewardship, compliance, and team development from proposal through program completion.
Responsibilities
- Oversee speaker bureau operations, including speaker management, utilization, and quality assurance, to drive operational excellence and consistent service delivery
- Serve as the executive-level point of contact for strategic client relationships, account performance, issue resolution, and overall client satisfaction
- Foster cross-functional collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure effective speaker bureau execution and alignment on client objectives
- Lead operational enhancements through the implementation of new technologies, systems, and processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and performance
- Oversee speaker bureau onboarding and implementation for new clients, ensuring alignment with client requirements and operational standards
- Lead financial planning and oversight, including SOW development, forecasting, invoicing, and accrual management
- Ensure financial transparency, accuracy, and accountability while maintaining alignment with client expectations and organizational objectives
- Identify and implement cost optimization strategies and process improvements to maximize operational efficiency and financial performance
- Provide strategic guidance on pharmaceutical industry standards, compliance requirements, and speaker bureau best practices to ensure consistent, compliant execution
- Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams through coaching, performance management, resource planning, talent acquisition, and succession planning while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Skills
- 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical speaker bureau industry
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and Adobe Acrobat
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical compliance requirements, speaker program regulations, and industry guidelines
- Proven ability to identify and resolve project-related challenges, ensuring smooth operations and optimal outcomes
- Experience with budget management, forecasting, and financial oversight of client programs
- Demonstrated collaboration, reliability, and proactive communication across cross-functional teams and client relationships
- Demonstrated success managing complex client relationships and growing strategic accounts
- Skilled in time management, multitasking, and problem-solving
- Adaptable and responsive to changing priorities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in a dynamic work environment
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams, including direct people management responsibilities
Benefits
- Immediate eligibility for all benefits, including medical, dental, vision, group term life, short-term and long-term disability
- Benefits 100% company paid
- 401k plan employer matching contributions
- Eligibility for company sponsored incentive plans
- Generous PTO, including a week off in December for the holidays
- Paid volunteer time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- On-site gym and other employee wellness initiatives
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comp pay or comp time for onsite weekend work
- Availability of cell-phone stipends, based on business need
- Leadership development training program and other career development programs
- Remote and hybrid work schedule options
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