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A culture of purpose: Where will your BCD M&E career take you?
As perfectionists, artists, strategic thinkers and leaders in the industry, we believe culture is defined by its people. We are looking for exceptional people who rise to our standards while bringing their unique perspective to the table. Are you interested in adding to both our mission and our energy?
Event Manager
Singapore
The Event Manager works on a variety of meeting and events and serves as the day-to-day planning contact for a dedicated pharmaceutical client, based in the client’s office.
The Event Manager is accountable but not limited to:
The development, planning and overall operational execution of meetings and events for the client
Day to day project planning functions, including overseeing elements such as registration site development, attendee management, venue management and budget management.
Following operating processes and ensuring adherence to customer compliance processes and regulations.
Budget management of meetings, including meeting reconciliation and Transparency of Value reporting
Your responsibilities
Overall:
Act as a key point of contact for client for allocated meetings and provide a consultative approach to meeting planning.
Partner with the clients’ internal Meetings Management team, to ensure aligned approach to meeting delivery standards and operational processes.
Pre-Event:
Attend planning meetings with meeting lead and Meetings management team to obtain meeting requirements, whether it be a virtual, face to face or hybrid delivered meeting via the Event Brief template
Distribute, monitor and analyse supplier Request for Proposal (RFPs) for required meetings
Presentation of recommended/suitable hotel/venue options and negotiating of contracts
Document timeline for required tasks utilising the Critical Path template
Planning & Execution:
Building Registration websites for all meeting types, utilising client templates
Running registration/attendance reports regularly for meeting leads
Create budget and manage and monitor spend throughout the planning process and reconciling final event
Reporting of transparency of values for relevant Health Care Professional spend
Managing venue logistics from F&B, floor plans, AV, car parking & name tags
Ensure all meeting spend is in line with client and industry guidelines and policies
Coordinate all travel requirements for required attendees, for domestic/international air travel and ground transportation
Onsite execution and management of meetings (face to face/hybrid)
Provide online support for late registrations for all virtual meetings
Auditing and closing of each meeting in preparation for internal global audit review
Support the Senior Event Manager with any ad hoc team specific tasks
Day-to-day:
Escalate feedback/suggested changes to Senior Event Manager
Establish strong working relationship with client stakeholders & team members
We’re looking for you if your profile matches the following:
Essential
The ability to work seamlessly under pressure whilst adapting to ever-changing scenarios.
Correspondingly, proven problem-solving capabilities - anticipating, initiating, and resolving issues.
Meticulous to details
Excellent customer service skills.
Professional presentation
Sound knowledge of the events industry
You would possess excellent time management, budget management and organizational skills to manage multiple meetings.
Experience in managing virtual as well as hybrid meetings and events will be required.
You must also be able and willing to travel when required. Some domestic travel and evening attendance for a meeting is a requirement for this role (face to face or virtual)
Preferred:
An undergraduate degree in a field relevant to the role could help greatly
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in planning meetings, incentives, conventions, conferences and/or special events.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in managing external partners, suppliers and vendors, sourcing and negotiating contract services.
Experience within the pharmaceutical or healthcare environments would be advantageous.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in software/apps including but not limited to Cvent, Microsoft Teams and Cisco Webex.
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
What we offer you
This is an exciting experience within an international work environment. You’ll be working with a great international team of colleagues in a dynamic work environment.
How to apply
Click apply now to be considered.
Get to know us
BCD Meetings & Events are experts at creating experiences that connect organizations with the people that matter most. With 1,+00 passionate people servicing clients in 60+ countries around the world, we offer services across event design, brand experience, meetings management, production and content, venue search and sports travel and hospitality. For more information, visit www.bcdme.com. BCD Meetings & Events is a division of BCD Travel Group.
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A culture of purpose: Where will your BCD M&E career take you?
As perfectionists, artists, strategic thinkers and leaders in the industry, we believe culture is defined by its people. We are looking for exceptional people who rise to our standards while bringing their unique perspective to the table. Are you interested in adding to both our mission and our energy?
Event Manager
Singapore
The Event Manager works on a variety of meeting and events and serves as the day-to-day planning contact for a dedicated pharmaceutical client, based in the client’s office.
The Event Manager is accountable but not limited to:
The development, planning and overall operational execution of meetings and events for the client
Day to day project planning functions, including overseeing elements such as registration site development, attendee management, venue management and budget management.
Following operating processes and ensuring adherence to customer compliance processes and regulations.
Budget management of meetings, including meeting reconciliation and Transparency of Value reporting
Your responsibilities
Overall:
Act as a key point of contact for client for allocated meetings and provide a consultative approach to meeting planning.
Partner with the clients’ internal Meetings Management team, to ensure aligned approach to meeting delivery standards and operational processes.
Pre-Event:
Attend planning meetings with meeting lead and Meetings management team to obtain meeting requirements, whether it be a virtual, face to face or hybrid delivered meeting via the Event Brief template
Distribute, monitor and analyse supplier Request for Proposal (RFPs) for required meetings
Presentation of recommended/suitable hotel/venue options and negotiating of contracts
Document timeline for required tasks utilising the Critical Path template
Planning & Execution:
Building Registration websites for all meeting types, utilising client templates
Running registration/attendance reports regularly for meeting leads
Create budget and manage and monitor spend throughout the planning process and reconciling final event
Reporting of transparency of values for relevant Health Care Professional spend
Managing venue logistics from F&B, floor plans, AV, car parking & name tags
Ensure all meeting spend is in line with client and industry guidelines and policies
Coordinate all travel requirements for required attendees, for domestic/international air travel and ground transportation
Onsite execution and management of meetings (face to face/hybrid)
Provide online support for late registrations for all virtual meetings
Auditing and closing of each meeting in preparation for internal global audit review
Support the Senior Event Manager with any ad hoc team specific tasks
Day-to-day:
Escalate feedback/suggested changes to Senior Event Manager
Establish strong working relationship with client stakeholders & team members
We’re looking for you if your profile matches the following:
Essential
The ability to work seamlessly under pressure whilst adapting to ever-changing scenarios.
Correspondingly, proven problem-solving capabilities - anticipating, initiating, and resolving issues.
Meticulous to details
Excellent customer service skills.
Professional presentation
Sound knowledge of the events industry
You would possess excellent time management, budget management and organizational skills to manage multiple meetings.
Experience in managing virtual as well as hybrid meetings and events will be required.
You must also be able and willing to travel when required. Some domestic travel and evening attendance for a meeting is a requirement for this role (face to face or virtual)
Preferred:
An undergraduate degree in a field relevant to the role could help greatly
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in planning meetings, incentives, conventions, conferences and/or special events.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in managing external partners, suppliers and vendors, sourcing and negotiating contract services.
Experience within the pharmaceutical or healthcare environments would be advantageous.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in software/apps including but not limited to Cvent, Microsoft Teams and Cisco Webex.
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
What we offer you
This is an exciting experience within an international work environment. You’ll be working with a great international team of colleagues in a dynamic work environment.
How to apply
Click apply now to be considered.
Get to know us
BCD Meetings & Events are experts at creating experiences that connect organizations with the people that matter most. With 1,+00 passionate people servicing clients in 60+ countries around the world, we offer services across event design, brand experience, meetings management, production and content, venue search and sports travel and hospitality. For more information, visit www.bcdme.com. BCD Meetings & Events is a division of BCD Travel Group.
#LI-Hybrid-TL2
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Event Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Event Management Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Event Management Jobs is a plus.
