Location: North Chicago, IllinoisJob Type: ContractCompensation Range: $30 - 40 per hourWe're building a talent pool for upcoming Ad Agency Account Management opportunities incoming from our client in the pharmaceutical industry. Please note that specific pay rates and project details will vary depending on the individual role that arises.This search is focused on identifying professionals across all experience levels-from Junior Account Managers to experienced Senior Account Executives who excel at fostering robust client relationships and driving marketing strategy within a regulated environment. Candidates must possess experience managing large-scale pharmaceutical or healthcare marketing accounts and must understand the dynamics of managing agency partnerships while adhering to strict regulatory compliance.Hybrid Requirement: Candidates must be local to the Chicagoland area and able to reliably commute to Lake Forest, IL 2-3 days per week. Remote applicants will not be considered. Responsibilities:The Account Manager serves as a key partner, translating the client's brand strategy into clear project deliverables and ensuring seamless workflow between commercial teams and creative partners. This role is focused on project delivery, process adherence, and stakeholder support.Client Support: Act as a reliable point of contact for internal commercial teams (Brand, Digital), assisting in defining project scope and ensuring alignment with marketing goals and budgets.Agency Coordination: Facilitate the day-to-day workflow with external creative and digital agencies, ensuring they have the necessary inputs and clarity to execute campaigns successfully.Project Execution: Manage the successful launch and tracking of integrated marketing materials (digital assets, sales materials, content) from kickoff to final deployment.Compliance Management: Ensure all marketing materials are prepared for and successfully routed through the essential Material Review Process (MRP/MLR). Focus on adhering to submission timelines and preparing necessary documentation.Budget & Timeline Tracking: Assist in monitoring project budgets, tracking expenses, and managing production timelines to ensure projects are delivered on time and within financial parameters.Qualifications:Experience Level: Typically 2-8 years of professional experience in an Account Management, Marketing Coordination, or Client Services capacity.Regulated Industry Focus: Direct experience working within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device sectors is required. Familiarity with the compliance process for promotional materials (MLR/MRP) is necessary.Agency Collaboration: Experience working closely with digital, advertising, or creative agencies (either from the client side or agency side) is highly valued.Marketing Foundation: A basic understanding of integrated marketing concepts, brand objectives, and digital execution.Academic Background: A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related discipline is required. Skills:Project ManagementJOBID: 092025-37505#LI-Cella#LI-AU1#PLEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.PandoLogic. Category:Marketing & Biz Dev, Keywords:Marketing Account Specialist, Location:North Chicago, IL-60064