Senior Manager, Global Meeting Planning
Core
Lead end-to-end planning and execution for medical and scientific congresses, managing portfolios, vendors, budgets, and cross-functional alignment to deliver high-quality onsite experiences.
Role type
Senior Manager, Congress Operations
Builds
Medical and scientific congresses (e.g., AAN, AES, EEC, MDS) in the US and abroad
Domain
Life sciences / Biopharmaceuticals / Healthcare
Required skills
Congress portfolio management, cross-functional execution, team leadership, vendor and budget management, onsite logistics, compliance adherence
Preferred skills
Knowledge of PhRMA Code, Sunshine Act, and fair-market-value requirements
Technologies
Project management tools, budgeting software, communication platforms
Responsibilities
Own the congress portfolio and establish plans, timelines, and success measures; Drive disciplined cross-functional execution across abstracts, exhibits, housing, and registration; Lead and develop the Meeting Planner; Manage vendor relationships and track spend; Oversee onsite staffing, production, and logistics; Ensure compliance with industry regulations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management