Manager, Meetings and Conferences

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Manager, Meetings and Conferences to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will oversee the planning and execution of meetings and conferences that support critical business objectives across a complex life sciences environment. The manager will partner with internal stakeholders, vendors, and event management providers to deliver well-organized, compliant, and effective events. In addition, this person will help improve planning processes, strengthen technology use, and ensure resources are deployed efficiently. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end meeting logistics for a variety of events
• Lead relationships with vendors and event management companies
• Develop and oversee program budgets and contracts
• Ensure meetings comply with organizational policies and regulations
• Collaborate with internal teams to align meeting objectives
• Establish demand and allocate resources effectively
• Enhance technology and processes for event planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 5+ years of experience in meeting planning or event operations in life sciences
• Strong project management and communication skills
• Experience managing multi-stakeholder events
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with large-scale national conferences

Benefits

• Equitable pay commitment
• Transparent pay practices
• Virtual working opportunity
• Support for travel up to 20% for meetings
• Opportunities for professional development

Pay

$116,000 – $182,270 annually