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Overview
Job details
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Omnicom Health doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Barcelona for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 3+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
University degree
“Degree or equivalent in English, Communications, Life Sciences or a related discipline” — per the ad.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Essential
- Native English speaker or equivalent level
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a healthcare, pharmaceutical or medical communications setting
- Proven expertise in fact-checking scientific content and validating references
- Degree or equivalent in English, Communications, Life Sciences or a related discipline
- Excellent writing, proofreading and editing skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Organized and capable of multitasking, managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Demonstrated experience with Veeva PromoMats or similar document management/compliance platforms
Nice to have
Desirable
- Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat mark-up, EndNote and other reference management systems
- Familiarity with regulatory guidance and compliance requirements in pharmaceutical marketing
- Experience with healthcare style guides and brand guidelines
- Background in scientific or medical writing
The role
The Senior Medical Editor ensures exceptional quality control across all medical and scientific content, while leading editorial excellence, process development, and proper referencing. You are passionate about healthcare and the role that evidence-based, accurate content plays in enabling informed decisions. You're a meticulous professional with a genuine interest in science, a connector who thrives in collaborative environments, and a leader committed to mentoring and elevating editorial standards across the team.
What you'll do
Quality Control & Scientific Accuracy
- Proofreading and copy-editing a wide range of scientific and commercial content, from draft manuscripts through to final artwork
- Conducting rigorous fact-checking of scientific data, including validation of content against publications, clinical guidelines, EMA documents and other scientific sources
- Checking and annotating all references for completeness and accuracy
- Applying the agency style guide and client- and product-specific guidelines, with responsibility for updating existing guides and creating new ones
Veeva PromoMats & Platform Management
- Managing document upload workflows in Veeva PromoMats,
- Linking and organising references within Veeva PromoMats to enable seamless client review and approval workflows
Process Development & Standardisation
- Leading the development and refinement of editorial processes to enhance efficiency, consistency and quality across the team
- Creating templates, checklists, and workflows that elevate editorial standards
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Mentoring
- Partnering effectively with the Medical Writing team: helping writers develop stories, creating reference packs, annotating manuscripts, providing time estimates and constructive feedback
- Mentoring junior editors on best practices, scientific accuracy, and editorial excellence
- Serving as the subject matter expert for agency-wide English-language and healthcare communication queries
About Remedy Edge Spain
Welcome to Remedy Edge Spain. We activate potential, amplify with creativity, and accelerate outcomes. Remedy Edge brings strategic thinking and bold communications to healthcare - cutting through the noise to move people and change results. We don't do comfortable. We do cutting edge. Join us and GET THE EDGE.
About Omnicom Health
Omnicom Health is a global healthcare communications network and part of Omnicom Group, one of the world's largest marketing and corporate communications holding companies. The company specializes in health and wellness marketing, medical communications, and patient engagement, serving pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device clients. With a global footprint, Omnicom Health operates across multiple agencies and offices worldwide, employing thousands of professionals in the healthcare communications sector.
In Spain, Omnicom Health has a significant presence, primarily in Barcelona, where it runs a hub for medical writing, account management, and creative services. The company is known for its collaborative and multidisciplinary work culture, bringing together medical writers, creative teams, and account managers to deliver integrated healthcare campaigns. For international professionals, Omnicom Health offers opportunities in medical writing, account management, and creative roles, with a strong emphasis on scientific accuracy and regulatory compliance, making it an attractive employer for those with backgrounds in life sciences, communications, and marketing.
- Founded
- 1986
- Employees
- 5,000–10,000
- Headquarters
- New York, USA
- In Spain
- Barcelona
- Website
- omnicomhealth.com
Good to know if you are moving
- Omnicom Health is part of Omnicom Group, a global leader in marketing and communications, providing stability and career growth opportunities.
- The Spain office in Barcelona is a key hub for medical communications, offering roles in medical writing, account management, and creative services.
- Many roles in Spain require strong English proficiency, as the company serves international clients, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
- The company offers trainee and internship programs in finance, medical writing, and account management, which can be a good entry point for international professionals.
- Barcelona is a major European hub for healthcare communications, and Omnicom Health's presence there offers a vibrant, multicultural work environment.
In their own words
About the company & team
You will join a collaborative team of 4 editors working alongside medical writers, creative professionals, and account managers. This is an executional and leadership role where you'll set the standard for editorial excellence and help shape how the team approaches quality, accuracy, and process improvement.
Omnicom Health is committed to hiring and developing exceptional talent. We agree that talent is uniquely distributed, and we're focused on developing inclusive teams that can bring the best solutions to everything we do. We strongly believe that celebrating what makes us different makes us better together. Join us-we look forward to getting to know you. We will process your personal data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice.
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