Codes of Practice Assessor

Job Description

PAGB (Proprietary Association of Great Britain) is the UK trade association representing the manufacturers of branded over-the-counter medicines, self-care medical devices and food supplements.Were seeking a candidate to join our dedicated team of advisers for 12 months. You will be responsible for assessing and approving advertising copy submissions, finding creative solutions in claims development and running member training as well as supporting the wider work of the organisation.Applicants should demonstrate a keen interest in consumer healthcare and advertising and be able to present complex information persuasively and tactfully to a range of stakeholders. Were looking for a team player who can combine an analytical, detail orientated approach with a practical attitude in a deadline driven job. Key Areas of Responsibility: Provide efficient, high quality assessment and approval services for consumer advertising for food supplements, OTC medicines and medical devices advertising, meeting service targets whilst finding creative solutions and balancing conflicting points of view. Assist in the administration of the PAGB Codes and Guidelines on Advertising, including advising members on interpretation of the Codes and Guidelines, and assisting with the administration and processing of advertising complaints. Provide advice / feedback on acceptable advertising claims to help PAGB members develop compliant materials that achieve their marketing objectives. Engage with PAGB members to assist in claims development, marketing support, and problem resolution. Maintain processes and databases required to track workflow and PAGB precedent positions. Support the development and running of workshops and other training that may be required by PAGB members. Help monitor and report on advertising and marketing issues and provide content for member updates via mailings, presentations and PAGB publications. Contribute to internal projects and support strategy projects as agreed.Qualifications and Experience: Graduate, biology background is not essential but can be an advantage. Experience with advising, advertising or regulation all an advantage. Experience in a sales marketing environment for OTC medicines and/or food supplements an advantage. Experience in evidence assessment is not essential but can be an advantage.Profile and Skills: Keen interest in advertising and consumer healthcare. Service orientated team player. Analytical approach with good attention to detail. Good organisational, planning and prioritising skills. Excellent work under pressure in a deadline driven job. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with and the ability present complex information persuasively and tactfully. Able to deal with a range of stakeholders in a professional and polite manner. Good presentation skills. Strong Word, Excel, Adobe and PowerPoint skills.To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter (no more than one side) to the Senior Advertising Policy and Operations Manager by email via the button below.