Meeting Planner, Congresses

BCD Travel; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join BCD Travel as a Meeting Planner, Congresses, where you'll orchestrate successful congresses and manage key relationships. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with a passion for event management. With a flexible working environment and opportunities for growth, you'll be part of a team that values your unique perspective and contributions.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Room to Grow

Comprehensive healthcare

Retirement plans

Continued education support

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in congress or meeting planning in the life sciences sector.
• Pharmaceutical/HCP meeting planning experience is a must-have.
• Experience working with medical societies in the congress environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing multiple congresses simultaneously.
• Communicating effectively with clients and suppliers.
• Coordinating on-site logistics and conducting thorough site inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budget Management

Logistics Coordination

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in a business-related program

Tools

Cvent

Word

Excel

Job description

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 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E's team of 1,800+ 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.

See what life is about at BCD M&E atbcdme.com/careers

About the Role
Join our dynamic team as a Meeting Planner, Congresses (Congress Project Manager), where you'll lead the charge in orchestrating successful congresses and ensuring seamless delivery every step of the way! From collaborating with internal teams to managing budgets and building relationships with key stakeholders, you'll play a pivotal role in creating unforgettable experiences. If you have a passion for event management and enjoy tackling challenges head-on, this is the opportunity for you!

You're Good At

• Leading and managing multiple congresses simultaneously with a keen eye on details.


• Communicating effectively with clients and suppliers to build strong relationships.


• Crafting and managing budgets while ensuring compliance with all guidelines.


• Coordinating on-site logistics and conducting thorough site inspections.


• Implementing new processes and training team members to enhance efficiency.

You Might Also Have

• A degree in a business-related program or equivalent experience.


• At least 5 years of experience in congress or meeting planning in the life sciences sector. Congress experience is highly preferred for this role. Pharmaceutical/HCP meeting planning experience is a must-have.


• Proficiency with tech tools like Cvent, Word, and Excel.


• Experience working with medical societies in the congress environment.


• A knack for problem-solving under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.

You Should Know

• This is a virtual role that operates in the Eastern Time Zone.


• This role requires 25%-50% travel.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and help us create outstanding congress experiences!

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.

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 Meeting Planner, Congresses is between $57,000 - $75,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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