Content Strategist / Copywriter

Project overview

Our Healthcare Agency client is seeking a Content Strategist / Copywriter to join their team for the next 12 months, 40 hours/week. This role is hybrid onsite 3 days a week in Lake Bluff, IL. Role Summary The Content Strategist is a key member of a high-performing in-house marketing communications and events team supporting global internal and external communications initiatives across corporate, research and development, and commercial business functions.

This role combines strategic thinking, storytelling, and content development expertise to create impactful communications, campaigns, meeting and event materials, and brand experiences that engage diverse audiences worldwide. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, content strategist, and creative partner who can navigate ambiguity, influence stakeholders, and deliver compelling communications that align with brand standards and business objectives.

Top Must Have Skills 5-7+ years of professional copywriting, content strategy, or communications experience within an agency, in-house creative team, corporate communications department, or similar environment. Proven ability to develop strategic messaging, storytelling frameworks, communication plans, and multi-channel content campaigns. Expertise creating a wide range of communications deliverables including video scripts, leadership messaging, awareness campaigns, training materials, event content, and launch communications.

Strong collaboration skills with creative directors, designers, account teams, stakeholders, and external partners. Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and client-facing communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines and quality standards. Experience working through ambiguity and providing clear strategic and creative direction with limited information. Additional Qualifications Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

Strong understanding of creative media and the ability to recommend appropriate communication channels and formats to support messaging objectives. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with current trends in digital and print communications. Demonstrated ability to present ideas persuasively and gain alignment from diverse stakeholder groups. Highly self-motivated with strong initiative, accountability, and problem-solving skills. Passion for creative thinking and the ability to articulate strategic rationale behind recommendations.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also thriving in a collaborative team environment. Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and confidence working under pressure. Experience managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations. Knowledge of pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or regulated industry communications is preferred but not required. Familiarity with industry regulations, healthcare trends, and compliance considerations is a plus.

Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic internal and external communication plans, campaigns, and content initiatives that support organizational goals. Translate complex business objectives into compelling storytelling, messaging frameworks, and audience-focused communications.

Create a variety of communication materials, including: Campaign themes and taglines, Video scripts, Internal, awareness campaigns, Disease state awareness campaigns, Product launch communications, Leadership messaging, Training materials and learning content, Team-building and engagement initiatives, Culture change communications, Award and recognition programs, Event show scripts and speaker talking points Partner closely with creative directors, designers, account teams, and external vendors to develop integrated creative solutions.

Ensure all communications align with established brand standards and messaging guidelines. Establish strategic and creative direction for projects while navigating changing priorities and incomplete information. Collaborate with project stakeholders to define scope, timelines, budgets, deliverables, and success metrics. Communicate project status proactively and provide timely updates throughout the development process. Anticipate communication needs and recommend innovative solutions that enhance engagement and business impact.

Maintain high standards of content quality, accuracy, consistency, and effectiveness across all deliverables. Build strong relationships with clients and cross-functional partners while serving as a trusted communications advisor. Manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Track project time and utilization in accordance with department expectations. Incorporate feedback effectively and make strategic refinements to ensure successful project outcomes.

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data, including medical data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment. Additionally, drug products may be present in the workplace. Benefits

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Remote: hybrid
• Location: Lake Bluff, IL, US
• Rate: 55-58 EUR/h