VP, Client Services at EVERSANA in London, England, United Kingdom

companyDescription EVERSANA INTOUCH® is a global, full-service marketing agency network serving the life sciences industry, and is the first – and only – agency network to be part of a fully integrated commercialization platform through EVERSANA®. We provide next-generation creative and media services, enterprise solutions and data analytics services for clients. We get fired up when people talk about getting—and staying—healthy. That’s where we find our inspiration: in the very human experiences of patients, doctors, and even each other. Then, we collaborate on ways to make caring for one’s health more achievable, connecting patients and physicians with the information and tools they need. We embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs. jobDescription THE POSITION: The VP of Client Services will have ownership of the senior-level client and agency partner relationships beyond the day-to-day operations. This person will be responsible for client retention by maintaining executive- and senior-level relationships and identifying additional opportunities with existing clients. They are responsible for assessing and managing the risk associated with clients and agency partners, as well as meeting client and EVERSANA INTOUCH goals for each account’s financial health, targets, and objectives. They lead the coordination and development of the integrated marketing plans internally and with external agency partners. Strong thought leadership within EVERSANA INTOUCH and within the industry is required, along with the ability to bring new services to our clients frequently, allowing them to understand the depth of EVERSANA INTOUCH’s offerings. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Our employees are tasked with delivering excellent business results through the efforts of their teams.  These results are achieved by: Client Leadership & Strategic Partnership Act as a senior, trusted advisor to key global and regional clients, building long‑term strategic partnerships and ensuring the agency is positioned as a critical business partner. Client Portfolio Ownership Own and lead a portfolio of flagship accounts, with full accountability for client satisfaction, retention, organic growth, and overall financial performance. Business Growth & Revenue Expansion Drive organic growth across existing clients through upsell and cross‑sell of integrated services, while partnering with New Business teams on pitches, renewals, and strategic opportunities. Agency Integration & Delivery Excellence Lead cross‑functional, multi‑disciplinary teams (Strategy, Creative, Media, Digital, Data, PR, Production) to deliver best‑in‑class work on time, on budget, and to scope. Commercial & Financial Management Oversee account profitability, forecasting, billing, and cost control; ensure disciplined commercial governance, margin optimization, and accurate revenue reporting. Client Experience & Quality Standards Set and uphold high standards for client service excellence; proactively identify and mitigate risks, manage expectations, and resolve complex client issues at an executive level. Leadership & Team Development Build, mentor, and inspire senior Client Services leaders and account teams; develop succession plans, capability growth, and a strong performance culture aligned with agency values. Global & Multimarket Coordination Lead and coordinate multinational account teams across regions and markets, ensuring consistent strategic approach, operational alignment, and governance. Strategic Planning & Insight Translate client business objectives into integrated communication strategies, leveraging market insights, data, and emerging trends to drive measurable impact. Executive Stakeholder Management Represent the agency at senior‑level client meetings, industry forums, and internal leadership forums; contribute to agency‑wide strategy and decision‑making. Process, Innovation & Transformation Champion continuous improvement of client service models, tools, and workflows; drive innovation in ways of working, including new technologies, platforms, and operating models. All other duties as assigned. PEOPLE LEADER People leaders must possess both the skills to effectively accomplish these tasks and the emotional intelligence to do so in alignment with our cultural values.  In addition to the critical management and leadership tasks listed above, this role also includes the following unique responsibilities: Responsible for and oversee their respective department. Interview, select and supervise the activities of the department staff; communicate interpret and discuss with team the company policies and procedures. Determine job objectives, work methods and performance standards; review performance relative to departmental objectives discussion appraisal with each employee and performance; authorize and communicate salary changes, promotions, transfers, discipline, and discharge and administer all other personnel actions. EXPECTATIONS OF THE JOB: Travel (% or number of days): 30% Hours (Hours per week, days of the week): 40hrs, Monday-Friday qualifications MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, education, knowledge, skill and/or abilities required. Approximately 12 to 15 years of agency, consultative, pharmaceutical and/or healthcare experience is required Thought leader for integrated and digital marketing and communications Self-sufficient and self-motivated with the ability to independently manage major clients and brands Demonstrated P&L targets met through existing and expansion business opportunities Proven leadership and mentoring skills Leader of cross-functional project teams across the organization Experience negotiating and executing agreements Creative thinker with analytical skills Ability to collaborate effectively at all levels and functions Applied understanding of technical development and processes Demonstrated problem-solving skills Ability to determine staffing needs within the account team and extended teams Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Marketing, Journalism or Communications Demonstrated written, presentation and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills; able to interact at all levels with clients and the Intouch organization Travel required additionalInformation Patient MindedI act with the patient’s best interest in mind. Client DelightI own every client experience and its impact on results. Take ActionI am empowered and hold myself accountable. Embrace DiversityI create an environment of awareness and respect. Grow TalentI own my development and invest in the development of others. Win TogetherI passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results. Communication MattersI speak up to create transparent, thoughtful, and timely dialogue. Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do. Our team is aware of recent fraudulent job offers in the market, misrepresenting EVERSANA. Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated scam commonly perpetrated through online services using fake websites, unsolicited e-mails, or even text messages claiming to be a legitimate company. Some of these scams request personal information and even payment for training or job application fees. Please know EVERSANA would never require personal information nor payment of any kind during the employment process. We respect the personal rights of all candidates looking to explore careers at EVERSANA. From EVERSANA’s inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility. Follow us on LinkedIn | Twitter