Senior Copywriter, Healthcare & Medical

Department:  Creative

Reports to:  Creative Director

About Us

Norton Agency (nortondvertising.com) is a Chicago based, Independent Advertising Agency with a Global reach. We have a sizable Healthcare practice as well as other diverse clients in Finance, Education, Tech and more. We’re smart, friendly, and caring people who put our hearts and souls into the work we create for our clients.

About the Role

We’re seeking a senior copywriter (medical/technical) to lead and elevate copy development across multiple medical and healthcare brands. This role is ideal for a senior-level writer who thrives in highly regulated environments and brings deep expertise in scientific storytelling, regulatory precision, and creative leadership. You’ll partner closely with Creative Directors, Strategy, Medical, and Account teams to ensure work is both inspiring and impeccably compliant.

Responsibilities

Creative Leadership & Copy Excellence

• Lead copy development across a range of medical and healthcare brands, from early concept through final execution
• Write and oversee scientifically accurate, strategically sound, and creatively compelling copy for a wide range of deliverables, including:
  • HCP and patient campaigns
  • Professional detail aids and sales tools
  • Disease education and unbranded materials
  • Websites, OLV, social, and digital assets
  • Print, video, and experiential content
• Translate complex clinical data into clear, engaging, and persuasive narratives without sacrificing accuracy
• Establish and maintain a high bar for craft, tone, and consistency across all touchpoints

Medical, Legal, and Regulatory Rigor

• Demonstrate expert understanding of FDA, OPDP, and pharmaceutical advertising regulations
• Develop copy that is fully aligned with brand strategy, medical positioning, and regulatory requirements
• Partner with Medical and Legal reviewers to proactively address claims substantiation, fair balance, and risk mitigation
• Confidently lead MLR reviews, revisions, and discussions, advocating for strong creative while ensuring compliance

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and guide copywriters, helping them grow in both craft and regulatory fluency
• Provide clear, constructive feedback that improves work quality and efficiency
• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and intellectually curious creative culture

Strategic Partnership

• Collaborate closely with Art Directors, Strategists, and Account leads to shape integrated creative solutions
• Participate in brand planning, concept development, and client presentations
• Ensure copy solutions align with broader business objectives and brand narratives

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in medical, pharmaceutical, or healthcare advertising (agency experience strongly preferred)
• Proven success writing detailed, data-driven medical and professional copy
• Deep knowledge of FDA/OPDP regulations, MLR processes, and legal review requirements
• Ability to interpret clinical studies, data tables, and medical references with confidence
• Strong portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking, creative excellence, and regulatory precision
• Experience leading projects and mentoring junior and mid-level writers
• Exceptional attention to detail and comfort managing multiple brands and timelines

Desired Attributes

• Equal parts creative storyteller and regulatory expert
• Comfortable pushing creative boundaries within a compliant framework
• Clear, persuasive communicator—both written and verbal
• Highly organized, resilient, and solution-oriented
• Curious about science, medicine, and the evolving healthcare landscape

Why Join Us

• Work on meaningful brands that improve patients’ lives
• Collaborate with smart, passionate teams in a supportive, mid-size agency environment
• Opportunity to shape creative work while influencing process and culture
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities