Commercial Education Meeting Planner

BCD; Florida; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Growth Opportunities

Employee Voice

Career Mobility

Healthcare & Benefits

Positive Culture

Job summary

BCD M&E in the United States is seeking a Commercial Education Meeting Planner to coordinate Life Sciences meetings for a medical device client in a highly regulated, detail-driven environment. You will lead the logistics behind moderate to complex internal educational meetings, partnering with clients, venues and suppliers to create smooth, compliant, high-impact experiences.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong project management, and proficiency with Cvent and Excel.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree and background in logistically managing corporate meetings and events (live / virtual meetings).
• Experience supporting data-driven, client-facing programs with strong attention to deadlines and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Planning and executing meetings from kickoff to closeout while keeping timelines, details, and deliverables on track
• Working in a regulated, quality-focused Life Sciences environment where compliance, accuracy, and process matter every step of the way
• Managing multiple programs at once, building reports, and keeping project information organized and actionable
• Partnering with clients, venues, speakers, and other service providers to deliver polished events and maximize ROI
• Using tools like Cvent, Excel, and Microsoft Office to manage budgets, attendee experiences, and event communications

Skills

Meeting planning

Project coordination

Vendor management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cvent

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Commercial Education Meeting Planner

Date: Oct 13, 2026

Company: BCD

About Us

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.

At BCD Meetings & Events, we believe the best outcomes come from combining human expertise, innovation and responsible AI. We're investing in technology and talent to help our teams solve complex challenges, create exceptional experiences, advance more sustainable event practices and deliver stronger outcomes for clients around the world. AI supports how we work, learn and innovate, but people remain at the center of every decision, including all hiring decisions.

About the Role

If you love bringing order to complexity, this could be your kind of role. As a Commercial Education Meeting Planner, you’ll support Life Sciences programs for a medical device client in a highly regulated, detail-driven environment where flawless execution really matters. You’ll lead the logistics behind moderate to complex internal commercial education meetings, partnering with clients, venues, and suppliers to create smooth, compliant, high-impact experiences. It’s a great fit for someone who enjoys implementing a meticulous attention to detail, while balancing strategy, service, and problem-solving in a fast-paced setting.

• Planning and executing meetings from kickoff to closeout while keeping timelines, details, and deliverables on track
• Working in a regulated, quality-focused Life Sciences environment where compliance, accuracy, and process matter every step of the way
• Managing multiple programs at once, building reports, and keeping project information organized and actionable
• Partnering with clients, venues, speakers, and other service providers to deliver polished events and maximize ROI
• Using tools like Cvent, Excel, and Microsoft Office to manage budgets, attendee experiences, and event communications

You Might Also Have

• A four-year college degree and a background in logistically managing corporate meetings and events (live / virtual meetings)
• Experience supporting data-driven, client-facing programs with strong attention to deadlines and business objectives
• Confidence working with hotel contracts
• Experience creating financial updates, reports, and reconciled budgets (in Cvent, preferrably)
• A collaborative, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to troubleshoot issues quickly and professionally
• Strong communication and presentation skills, plus the ability to guide clients and teammates through the meeting lifecycle

You Should Know

• This role is hyrbid; being onsite at the clients' offices in Palm Beach Gardens, FLfor program execution is required
• Travel outside of the immediate area will be 1 - 3x a year

THE PERKS

• Flexible Working

  We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

• Room to Grow

  Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

• Everyone has a voice

  We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

• Make your move

  The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

• We’ve got you covered

  Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

• We’re positive. You’ll love it.

  It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.

Travel requirements for this role are as follows:Less than 25%

We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Commercial Education Meeting Planner is between $60,000 - $70,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.