IQVIA

Group Creative Director

IQVIA • $107K — $300K *
Montclair, NJ 07042In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
11 - 15 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 15+ years of agency experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare marketing
  • Prior experience as Group Creative Director, Executive Creative Director, or similar role
  • Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary creative teams
  • Strong portfolio showcasing strategic, award-winning work
  • Expertise in omnichannel engagement and healthcare marketing
  • Exceptional communication and client management skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Lead creative excellence across diverse agency projects
  • Inspire and motivate Art and Copy teams for innovative work
  • Establish and maintain high agency-wide creative standards
  • Serve as the senior creative reviewer for client deliverables
  • Mentor and develop creative talent within the team
  • Optimize creative operations and resource planning
  • Build strong client relationships and present work effectively
  • Champion new technologies and creative trends

Benefits

  • Remote work eligibility based on country of residence
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development
  • Support for a collaborative work culture
  • Potential for involvement in innovative projects
  • Exposure to emerging technologies in the creative field
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Group Creative Director to serve as a senior creative leader and strategic partner to the Chief Creative Officer.

In this role, you'll lead the creative vision and execution across our marketing and training businesses, overseeing multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional, strategically driven work. You'll mentor creative talent, elevate creative standards, strengthen client partnerships, and help shape a high-performing, collaborative culture. This is an opportunity for a creative leader who excels as a visionary, coach, and business partner.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead creative excellence across the agency, ensuring consistently exceptional work across marketing, training, promotional, and experiential initiatives
  • Inspire multidisciplinary Art and Copy teams to develop strategically grounded, breakthrough work
  • Establish and uphold agency-wide creative standards, guiding concept development, storytelling, campaign architecture, and execution
  • Serve as the senior creative reviewer, ensuring quality client or leadership deliverables
  • Mentor, develop, and inspire creative talent while fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability
  • Identify staffing needs and build high-performing creative teams
  • Lead client relationships, presenting work with strategic clarity, confidence, and persuasive rationale
  • Partner with clients and internal teams to drive innovation, growth, and long-term success
  • Optimize creative operations, resource planning, and workflow efficiency
  • Review creative estimates, staffing recommendations, and workload allocation to maximize quality, efficiency, and profitability
  • Serve as a strategic partner to the Chief Creative Officer, translating vision into execution
  • Lead pitch development, agency initiatives, and new business presentations to drive growth
  • Champion emerging technologies, AI capabilities, and creative trends to elevate agency capabilities and creative offerings


Qualifications & Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
  • 15+ years of agency experience, including pharmaceutical or healthcare marketing
  • Experience as a Group Creative Director, Executive Creative Director, Creative Director, or similar leadership role
  • Proven leader of high-performing, multidisciplinary creative teams
  • Deep understanding of client brands, business objectives, market dynamics, and business challenges
  • Strong portfolio of strategic, award-winning creative work
  • Expertise in healthcare/pharmaceutical marketing and omnichannel engagement
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and client leadership skills
  • Track record of driving agency growth and new business success
  • Strategic thinker with strong execution and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for creating meaningful experiences for patients and healthcare professionals


Please Note: In order to be eligible for this remote role, you must reside within the country where the position is posted.

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The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $107,900.00 - $300,800.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

About IQVIA

Innovex offers superior and creative advice to corporations. In addition, they raised venture capital for our own affiliate companies, in addition to having assisted clients in fund-raising efforts, new venture outreaches, and financing. Their engineers and technical staff offer varied backgrounds in manufacturing, high tech, product design, quality control, safety, biomechanics, and robotics.

IQVIA Careers

Join the vibrant team at IQVIA, a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the healthcare industry. IQVIA is recognized for its commitment to innovation, leadership in healthcare, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

Work You’ll Do

At IQVIA, we offer job opportunities that empower you to leverage your skills and drive healthcare forward. Become part of a team that thrives on innovation and the pursuit of operational excellence, helping to improve patient outcomes across the globe.

Transform Your Career

IQVIA is the place where you can transform the world of healthcare while advancing your career. With a variety of positions available, from research and development to business analytics, IQVIA is at the forefront of the industry. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture of growth and professional development, making IQVIA a prime environment for both seasoned professionals and those seeking an internship to kickstart their career.

Innovative Work Environment

Join over 50,000 dedicated professionals in a dynamic environment where technology meets healthcare. At IQVIA, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it's the backbone of how we solve complex challenges. With cutting-edge resources and a collaborative global team, your work at IQVIA directly contributes to advancements in life sciences.

Career Development and Benefits

IQVIA believes in nurturing its team members not just as employees but as individuals seeking to grow their careers. We support this with unmatched benefits, diversity training, and opportunities for leadership development. Our commitment to your career growth is matched by our dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, part-time work, or a graduate internship, IQVIA offers a range of employment options to match your career ambitions. Our hiring process is designed to be transparent and engaging, helping you to understand where your skills can best be utilized within the company.

Networking and Professional Development

At IQVIA, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. Engage with industry leaders, participate in global conferences, and take advantage of our in-house training programs designed to enhance your skills and advance your career.

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Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore the diverse job opportunities at IQVIA and find where you can make an impact.

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Learn more about IQVIA
Size
82,000 employees
Market Cap
$37.5 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
$279 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+15.3%
Revenue
$11.3 billion
NASDAQ
IQV
* Ladders Estimates

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