Account Director

The Company:

Are you ready to be part of an exciting team that is disrupting and changing the way Canadians access verified health care information?

Postmedia is a Canadian news media company representing more than 130 brands across multiple print, online and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it.

This exceptional content, reach and scope offers advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team.

Healthing is Canada’s leading media source for verified healthcare information. Powered by Curis Media and Postmedia and supported by some of the largest healthcare institutions, patient groups, industry researchers, physicians and more, Healthing provides trusted content on the health care issues and illnesses that affect us all.”

The Opportunity: 

In this position, you will spearhead the growth of Healthing’s partnerships across the healthcare sector, focusing on building new business and developing long-term client relationships. You’ll use your consultative selling expertise to uncover client needs and collaborate with our team of media strategists to craft tailored communications programs that maximize ROI.

What You’ll Do:

• Business Development: Own the full sales cycle – from generating leads and prospecting to delivering impactful presentations and finalizing contracts.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and sustain strong client relationships, providing holistic media solutions across both digital and print to ensure loyalty and success.
• Strategic Needs Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments to uncover your clients’ needs, working with our strategists to design customized solutions that meet their KPIs.
• Performance Analysis: Analyze KPIs to measure and optimize the effectiveness of multi-media programs, ensuring top ROI for your clients.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to develop B2B marketing strategies and deliver powerful solutions to business development leads.
• Mentorship: Guide and support team members, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Revenue Growth: Achieve revenue and portfolio growth targets, playing a key role in Healthing’s success.

Who You Are:

• You have 8+ years of experience in a sales, media, marketing role, with deep connections in the healthcare sector.
• You have an innate ability to solve complex problems and understand the nuances of the healthcare industry (pharmaceuticals, medical devices, natural health products, etc.).
• You're a client relations expert, known for your ability to build strong, lasting connections with decision-makers and deliver exceptional service.
• You are a motivated self-starter who excels in a fast-paced environment and is always up for a challenge.
• You bring a deep understanding of healthcare advertising, including ASC and PAAB regulations, and have experience positioning media solutions like SEM, Social, SEO, Website Development, Digital Display, and Print.
• You possess strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills and are proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Bilingual? French language skills are a bonus!

Why this role?

• Join a forward-thinking team that’s dedicated to making an impact in the healthcare space.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives that reward your success.
• Opportunity to work with an innovative and growing brand with a strong presence in the Canadian healthcare market.
• A dynamic, team-oriented environment where you’ll be empowered to bring your ideas to life and shape the future of healthcare marketing.

If you’re ready to leverage your expertise, make a meaningful impact, and grow your career with Healthing, we’d love to connect!

We thank in advance all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Only candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered. No phone calls or agencies please.

Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all areas of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please make your needs known in advance. Accommodation requests will be provided on an individual basis.

Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to employment equity and an inclusive barrier-free selection process and work environment. Postmedia Network Inc. encourages applications from women, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.