Global Meetings & Events Project Manager Location: Lisbon, Portugal Job Description: We are a diverse, inclusive and innovative group who identify, build and deliver excellent shared services to enable AstraZeneca to grow and change at speed. We focus on providing exceptional value that contributes to our company's success and future by freeing up the business to push the boundaries of science to deliver changing medicines for patients. A new and exciting Global Meetings and Events (GME) team was created within the Global Business Services (GBS) organization. This team is responsible for implementing and executing a global Strategic Meetings Management Program (SMMP) across various units. The GME Meeting Manager, reporting into the GME Regional Director, will drive class meeting and events planning services that are cost-effective and deliver value to AstraZeneca. Accountabilities: The ideal candidate will have strong project management, problem-solving, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, and be able to work with little supervision. They must be highly organized, flexible, thrive in a fast-paced and regulated environment, be willing to collaborate with other areas where needed, and handle multiple projects with tight deadlines. They should understand the business objectives and corporate culture and be able to keep up with evolving priorities. They will contribute to broader organization programs and company goals and be able to travel to and support on-site event delivery and execution when required (up to 30%). Essential Skills/Experience: - Bachelor's Degree- Advanced level of English and Polish languages- 5 plus years' industry experience- Experience with large meeting and events planning (100+ attendees)- Demonstrated financial/budget proficiency- Strong focus on adherence to industry guidelines, company policies, and financial transparency- Proven ability to act independently and be resourceful in problem-solving- Strong communications, negotiation, and influencing skills- Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)- Ability to travel when required Desirable Skills/Experience: - Pharmaceutical meeting planning experience- Experience with meeting industry technology (CVENT)- Certified Meeting Planning or Certified Meeting Management Certification- 5+ Years in Meeting management and/or Travel industry experience Why AstraZeneca? Join us at an exciting time of growth through innovation for AstraZeneca. Shape this journey by reimagining the way we work. Every single person plays a part in our story. Speak up, take the initiative and make it yours. Ready to make a bigger impact? Apply now and join our globally connected team! Date Posted: 24-Jun-2024Closing Date: 01-Jul-2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr
