Associate Director, Congress Portfolio Management

Servier; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 182,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Servier is seeking an Associate Director, Congress Portfolio Management, to lead congress strategy, governance, and execution within US Medical Affairs. The role partners across US and Global Medical Affairs, Commercial, Clinical Development, Compliance, Communications, and Operations to deliver compliant, high-quality congress experiences.

Based in Boston, MA with 25–30% travel, the position requires a Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience in congress operations or portfolio

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 8+ years of experience in congress/event operations, portfolio management, or strategic program management within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Experience managing large-scale national and/or international medical congresses.
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams through matrix leadership without direct authority.
• Experience with annual congress planning cycles, governance, vendor relationships, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance requirements, including PhRMA and EFPIA.

Responsibilities

• Lead congress portfolio strategy, governance, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration across US and Global Medical Affairs and other functions.
• Direct planning and execution of congresses and society engagements.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and vendor relationships.
• Establish scalable congress management processes and ensure compliance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

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Type of Contract: Full-time Employment / Unlimited

Job Requisition ID: 13141

About Servier

Servier Pharmaceuticals is an independent, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company built to think differently about what long-term impact can look like in healthcare. Launched in 2018 and backed by the strength and stability of the Servier Group, our foundation-governed model gives us the freedom to invest for the future, move with purpose, and stay focused on where patients need us most.

In less than a decade, we have grown from a small U.S. presence into a rapidly expanding, multi-billion-dollar organization with an award-winning culture, six commercial products, and a portfolio strengthened through bold strategic investments and innovation. Our teams are helping advance important new treatment options for patients facing serious diseases with high unmet need, particularly in rare oncology and neurology.

Our ambition is clear: to build a leading U.S. biopharmaceutical company known for scientific excellence, operational strength, and deep commitment to patients. Just as important is how we build it. We are creating a culture that values entrepreneurship, collaboration, accountability, and the belief that individuals at every level can shape the future of the company.

For people who want more than a job — who want the opportunity to build, lead, grow, and make a measurable impact — Servier offers the chance to be part of a company with purpose, momentum, and the ability to help define what comes next for patients and for our industry.

Role Summary

The Associate Director, Congress Portfolio Management plays a pivotal role in leading the congress portfolio within US Medical Affairs across multiple therapeutic areas. As a leader within the Medical Portfolio Management team, this individual oversees congress portfolio planning, governance, prioritization, and execution, translating Medical Affairs strategy into actionable plans and investment decisions. The Associate Director partners across US and Global Medical Affairs, cross-functional stakeholders, and external partners to deliver impactful, compliant, and differentiated congress experiences while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and portfolio performance. This role reports to the Director, Medical Portfolio Management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Congress Portfolio Strategy & Governance: Lead congress portfolio planning, governance, prioritization, and resource allocation processes, translating Medical Affairs objectives into actionable plans and investment decisions.
• Cross-Functional & Global Leadership: Lead collaboration across US and Global Medical Affairs, Commercial, Clinical Development, Compliance, Communications, and Operations to ensure alignment of congress strategies, priorities, and execution.
• Congress Planning & Execution: Direct the planning and execution of congresses and professional society engagements, ensuring delivery of high-quality, compliant, and impactful experiences.
• Financial Stewardship & Vendor Management: Manage portfolio budgets, forecasting, vendor relationships, and strategic agency partnerships to optimize service, innovation, resource utilization, and business value.
• Operational Excellence & Capability Building: Establish and continuously improve congress management processes, standards, tools, and best practices to enhance scalability, efficiency, and execution excellence.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure congress-related activities comply with regulatory, legal, and company requirements while proactively identifying, mitigating, and escalating risks.
• Portfolio Insights & Performance Measurement: Define and monitor success metrics, leveraging stakeholder feedback, engagement data, and congress insights to inform decision-making and optimize portfolio performance.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Evaluate and implement innovative technologies, digital engagement solutions, and data-driven approaches to enhance congress strategy, execution, and stakeholder experience.

Education and Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 8+ years of experience in congress/event operations, portfolio management, or strategic program management within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Experience managing large-scale national and/or international medical congresses, including scientific meetings, professional societies, and healthcare professional engagement activities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams through matrix leadership, fostering accountability, alignment, and execution excellence without direct authority.
• Demonstrated experience managing annual congress planning cycles, portfolio prioritization, governance processes, vendor relationships, forecasting, and budget management.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment on highly complex, business-critical assignments.
• Deep functional expertise and understanding of how congress activities support broader Medical Affairs strategies and objectives.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance requirements, including PhRMA, EFPIA, and medical review processes.
• Ability to mentor others, develop organizational capabilities, and build a reputation as a trusted subject matter expert.

Travel and Location

• Travel is estimated at 25-30% to support onsite execution at major domestic and international congresses.
• This role is based in Boston, MA (Hybrid) or may be eligible for US Remote status depending on business needs.

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Servier’s Commitment

Servier is committed to modeling diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that maintains equitable treatment for all and we welcome applicants who are passionate, committed, and innovative individuals. We encourage candidates to apply to our open roles as we are always willing to consider experiences and skills beyond what is listed in the job description.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is $182,000 - $216,000. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. Employees in this position are also eligible for Short-Term and Long-Term incentive programs.Servier also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, flexible time off (Servier provides unlimited sick time and flex time, and does not accrue time off), 401(k), life and disability insurance, recognition programs among other great benefits (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information on our benefits, please visit this link .