[Hiring] Program Director, Health @Thrive Global

Role Description

Advisory Services has rapidly become the defining growth engine for Thrive for Health. This role sits at the center of Thrive for Health’s most critical and highest-revenue work. The Program Director, Health Advisory Services serves as the operational and strategic backbone of this growing business.

This is a highly execution-oriented role — you’ll draft client-facing communications work products, own operational trackers, brief cross-functional teams, and build the systems and processes that make this business scalable and repeatable.

• Own the master tracker and governance cadence across every advisory services account and pipeline.
• Ensure every deliverable lands on time, on spec, and on budget.
• Drive execution of pharma tentpole activations.
• Manage vendors, budgets, invoicing, MLRO submissions, and client review workflows.
• Draft client-ready communications work product as the primary author — annual comms plans, tentpole comms strategies, executive briefing materials, media narratives, status decks, governance review documents, and activation plans.
• Translate strategic direction into executable briefs for the Communications and Content tactical teams.
• Collaborate with the Global Head of Strategic Health Partnerships to scope new advisory services opportunities.
• Your program management discipline, MLRO fluency, and governance ownership are key to delivering on commitments.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in healthcare communications, corporate affairs, pharma advisory services, or account management.
• Direct experience drafting client-ready strategic comms documents, particularly in pharma or a highly regulated industry.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including client-ready strategic documents and concise executive briefing materials.
• AI-forward working style with active use of tools like Claude and ChatGPT.
• Senior account leadership experience at a leading healthcare communications agency.
• Director-level experience within corporate communications or corporate affairs at a major pharmaceutical company.
• Direct experience supporting major life sciences clients across therapeutic areas.
• Cross-functional communications experience spanning various domains.
• Demonstrated ownership of complex advisory services delivery.
• Working fluency in MLR/PRC review processes, FDA OPDP guidance, and the PhRMA Code.

Requirements

• You’ve built your career at the intersection of pharma, communications, and complex program delivery.
• You are a strong tactical leader able to generate a lot of the work product yourself.
• You instinctively know where every workstream stands and identify risks before they escalate.
• You understand the realities of regulated healthcare communications.
• You’re comfortable leading a CEO-level check-in, briefing a cross-functional team, or managing vendor operations.
• You thrive in high-complexity environments and hold multiple priorities simultaneously.

Benefits

• Mission-Driven Impact: Be part of a company that’s truly making a difference in people’s lives around the world.
• Career Growth: Develop within the company and help shape our growth strategy.
• Human-Centric Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment with a range of wellness perks and benefits.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive and rewarding total compensation package.
• Health & Financial Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage plus a 401(k) program with company match.
• Time to Recharge: Generous paid time-off programs designed to help you rest, reset, and recharge.

Compensation

Base compensation for this role will likely fall in the $136,000-$180,000 range. Please note: We provide a competitive mix of salary, performance bonus, and equity. The final offer amount will depend on factors like experience and expertise.

Company Description

Thrive is deeply committed to creating a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Thrive is proud to ensure equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.