Account Executive (Brand & Marketing)

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re hiring an Account Executive – Brand & Marketing for a hybrid opportunity in Mettawa, Illinois. This is a 12-month project with a global biopharmaceutical company’s in-house advertising agency.

In this role, you'll serve as the primary liaison between the agency and brand teams, managing day-to-day relationships, guiding creative development, and ensuring that all initiatives align with brand strategy and business goals. You’ll collaborate with creative teams, vendors, and cross-functional partners to deliver compliant, high-quality marketing materials that drive meaningful results.

Account Executive – Brand & Marketing Responsibilities:

• Partner with brand teams to develop and execute creative briefs and promotional strategies.
• Provide strategic direction and counsel to ensure alignment with brand goals and sales objectives.
• Oversee projects from initiation through completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and brand standards.
• Collaborate with creative, production, and regulatory teams to ensure compliant and effective communications.
• Maintain a strong knowledge of corporate branding, review promotional materials, and compliance processes.
• Manage communication and workflow between teams, issuing contact reports and tracking deliverables.
• Facilitate timely project updates and ensure all initiatives are completed on time and within budget.
• Prepare annual forecasts and conduct monthly financial reconciliations.
• Track project time and maintain accurate documentation.

Account Executive – Brand & Marketing Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of account management or marketing experience, ideally within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• In-house or external advertising agency experience is a plus.
• Deep understanding of brand strategy, marketing objectives, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong creative thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and collaborate effectively.
• Skilled at conflict resolution and driving projects toward successful outcomes.
• Proficiency in project management and financial tracking tools.
• Positive, proactive attitude with the ability to balance big-picture strategy and detailed execution.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning & Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.