Job Overview
Lead the development, strategic direction and editorial services of several global editorial teams or a department for a specified service area or location. Hold ultimate responsibility for the full output of the editorial team, ensuring efficient and timely project delivery. Contribute to global leadership objectives by delivering in accordance with the strategic business plan and meeting key objectives to support growth.

Essential Functions
• Accountable for overall performance, efficiency and quality of the editorial team and assigned services, closely monitoring profitability and proactively initiating actions to maximize this.
• Ensure that all staff are trained and mentored, and that all relevant departmental processes are in place, efficient and up to date.
• Work with Head of Department and broader project teams in the planning, budgeting, forecasting and allocation of editorial staff and contractors for existing and new business.
• Assist Editorial Managers in planning departmental workloads, allocating resources for existing/new business activities and evaluation/improvement of internal processes
• Provide direction, support and troubleshooting for the editorial department to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to manage workloads/allocate accounts effectively.
• Forecast the required hours for large, complex projects and deliver on budget, communicating any variances to relevant stakeholders.
• Manage and motivate staff in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Manage department utilization and headcount.
• Cultivate strong, long-term working relationships with internal and external key decision-makers, and proactively network across functions.
• Assist in the strategic management of company initiatives and work closely with senior management to meet industry standards/client expectations and achieve business targets.
• Follow all company standard operating procedures (SOPs), as well as industry regulations, departmental guidance and quality control measures to meet industry standards and client expectations. Monitor and ensure compliance within the team.

Qualifications
• Other Life science degree preferred but not essential Req
• Typically requires a minimum of 5-7 years of prior relevant experience.
• r equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Strong computer skills, including MS office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Internet.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated ability in running an Editorial department.
• In-depth knowledge of the medical communications industry.
• Demonstrable experience across a wide range of medical communications accounts, including publication planning programs, symposium and exhibition materials, new business proposals and promotional materials (for a range of audiences).
• Ability to oversee department outputs, ensuring all edited materials meet client communication objectives.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent copy-editing and proofing skills, to a standard appropriate for QC sign-off.
• Proficiency in layout-checking/copy-fitting, to a standard appropriate for QC sign-off.
• Extensive knowledge of current print/production procedures and timelines, and ideally experience in studio/production management and dealing directly with suppliers.
• Excellent coaching and mentoring skills, and ability to delegate effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively.
• Ability to work to tight timelines, and to organize/motivate colleagues to meet team deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, clients and suppliers.
• Commercial focus and financial awareness/ability to provide accurate hours estimates.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all, including veterans and candidates with disabilities. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

IQVIA’s ability to operate and provide certain services to customers and partners necessitates IQVIA and its employees meet specific requirements regarding COVID-19 vaccination status.https://jobs.iqvia.com/covid-19-vaccine-status

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $120,000.00 - $222,800.00. 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.