Programme Coordinator: Partnerships & Investment Events

Guidant Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidant Global is seeking a Programme Coordinator to support the development and delivery of partnering and investment events for the life sciences sector in London. You will coordinate speakers, manage programmes, and ensure smooth delivery of both virtual and in-person events.

The role requires strong organisational skills, experience in event coordination or client-facing roles, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while communicating across diverse professional audiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in programme coordination, event management or client-facing roles.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across professional audiences.
• Proactive, positive, team-focused and able to work independently with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM platforms.
• Degree in Business/Life Sciences/Hospitality/Events or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate speaker and session logistics: registrations, bios, photos, scheduling, and event prep.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior speakers, sponsors and stakeholders.
• Manage programme updates within internal systems and event platforms.
• Research industry trends and identify potential speakers for future programmes.
• Assist with administration and onboarding of presenting companies.
• Deliver excellent customer service throughout the event lifecycle.
• Coordinate specialised sessions, sponsored programmes, and networking activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery.
• Attend selected conferences, supporting on-site programme operations when required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and special projects.

Skills

Programme coordination

Event management

Customer service

Account management

Client facing

Organisational skills

Communication

MS Office

Degree in related field

Education

Degree in Business/Life Sciences/Hospitality/Events

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

Guidant Global is seeking a Programme Coordinator to support the development and delivery of partnering and investment events for the life sciences sector in London. You will coordinate speakers, manage programmes, and ensure smooth delivery of both virtual and in-person events.

The role requires strong organisational skills, experience in event coordination or client-facing roles, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while communicating across diverse professional audiences.