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Associate Director, Meetings & Events
Location
United States
Posted
24 days ago
Salary
$180K - $190K / year
Job Description
Job Requirements
- Education: A bachelor's degree in hospitality, communications, marketing, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: A minimum of 15-20 years of relevant experience executing events within the US and globally is required. Experience working internally in a corporate pharmaceutical environment or working with pharmaceutical clients is preferred.
- Certifications: Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), Certified Meeting Professional – Healthcare (CMP-HC) or Certified Meeting Manager (CMM) designations are preferred but not required.
- Technical skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with event management software (e.g., Cvent, Exhibit Force) are required.
- Key skills and abilities
- Organizational skills: Exceptional ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
- Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills for interacting with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
- Problem-solving: Aptitude for creative, rapid problem-solving in high-pressure situations.
- Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable contracts or pricing with vendors and venues as it relates to event-related activities.
- Attention to detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure flawless event execution.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and manage last-minute adjustments.
- Customer service: A strong, service-oriented mindset with a commitment to internal stakeholder satisfaction.
- Global Aptitude: Ability to work well with and understand the various working styles of vendors and colleagues outside the US. Must be comfortable managing events outside the US.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Company-offered Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
- Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits
- Unique offerings of Pet Insurance and Legal Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
- Professional Development
- Health Saving Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Various incentive compensation plans
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Mental Health resources
- Paid leave benefits for new parents
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