In the fast-changing world in which our clients seek to deliver life-changing medicines and technology, Cognite’s dynamic and forward-thinking team drives us in our mission of bringing science to life. As an independent agency, we develop innovative communications that convey science in the most effective and engaging way possible. Cultivating partnerships globally, we focus on the transformative therapies that are inspiring the future of healthcare and the highly complex diseases they treat.Our Creative Team is driven by imaginative thinking and expression as well as first-class creative implementation, to illustrate to everyone the power and value of creative communication. We are looking for a Deputy Creative Director to join our growing team. Reporting directly to the relevant Creative Director, this talented creative will be responsible for their allocated account(s), as well as creatively leading initiatives to promote and produce creative output of the highest standards expected from an agency that places excellence at the heart of its client offering. This role requires a dedicated and enthusiastic approach that inspires confidence in both internal and external stakeholders. Effectively, while reporting to the relevant senior creative lead when required, the Deputy Creative Director must be the confident and reliable creative face and voice of the agency across internal and external touchpoints for their allocated brands and initiatives.ResponsibilitiesCreative leadership Being a senior creative lead and team player – taking responsibility, instilling confidence and inspiring both internal and external stakeholdersBeing receptive and listening to both clients and colleagues to develop compelling conceptual ideas that bring our clients’ vision to lifeConvincingly presenting and leading work with a positive attitude and a “can do” mentality Creative excellence Pushing the boundaries of creative excellenceAlways seeking to elevate the agency’s creative offering and maintaining an innovative and contemporary approach to creative workDelivering projects that meet and exceed expectations, on time and every timeTaking the initiative and creatively leading colleagues to the best ideas and deliverablesCreative collaboration Communicating clearly and always listening to colleagues and clients, empathising with expectations and goalsSensitively bringing our clients’ vision to life, helping to meet and exceed their expectationsShowing flexibility and understanding towards the opinions and views of internal and external stakeholdersCreative confidenceProviding credible creative counsel and inspiring the trust of colleagues and clientsPresenting to colleagues and clients with flair, confidence, empathy and professionalismBeing constructive, positive and creatively solution focused Consistently guiding, reassuring and encouraging the team to achieve creative success for our clientsWith a strong portfolio and proven ability to reliably deliver work of the highest quality, we believe someone with the following experience could be a good match for this role:A degree-level qualification in a relevant subject and a minimum of 3 years in a fast-paced healthcare agency and/or proven experience is essentialThe ability to develop compelling conceptual ideas that align with communication strategyStrong experience with the Adobe Creative Suite and fluency in InDesign, Illustrator and PhotoshopCognite’s agency principles of Quality, Commitment, Responsiveness and Togetherness define how we collaborate with our clients as a valued and supportive thinking partner while working with each other as part of a united team in which everyone plays an important role. Our benefits include:Company bonus scheme Hybrid working (home based + co-working space in Holborn, Central London)Private healthcare Frequent social and team events 24 days’ holiday + bank holidaysCompany closure between Christmas and New Year If you are passionate about bringing science to life, then we’d love to hear from you.