Senior Meeting Manager

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 at bcdme.com/careers

About the role
Ready to take charge of “high touch” meetings and lead with impact? As a Senior Meeting Manager, you’ll oversee program and project management, ensuring our operations run smoothly at every level. With your expertise, you’ll provide strategic guidance to executives while fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Join us to make a real difference in how we manage impactful meetings!
 

You're Good At

• Leading complex meetings with confidence and flair
• Anticipating client needs and proactively addressing concerns
• Developing and mentoring team members in project management best practices
• Analyzing operations to drive efficiency and improve processes
• Mastering vendor management and contract negotiations
   

You Might Also Have

• A degree in a relevant field (Bachelor's preferred)
• Extensive experience (8+ years) in event planning and/or program management specific to high touch events
• Previous pharmacuetical experience in event planning is a plus, but not required 
• Proven expertise (5+ years) in account management and budget oversight
• Excellent communication skills, including public speaking
• A knack for innovative problem-solving and adaptability in dynamic environments

Excited to elevate your career and make a significant impact in a leading company? Apply now and help us shape the future of high-touch meetings!

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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 Senior Meeting Manager  is between $64,000 - $85,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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