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 atbcdme.com/careers

About the role:
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Contract Administrator to join our team. As a Contract Administrator, your main responsibility will be managing the contract process from start to finish. This includes creating meeting-level budgets, developing comprehensive Statements of Work (SOW) for specific meetings, and ensuring that contracts are properly routed through BCD and client tools for approval. You will also collaborate closely with our finance department to ensure accurate and timely generation of purchase orders. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in collecting funds from clients in accordance with agreed-upon terms.You're Good at:To excel in this position, you should have a strong understanding of contract management principles. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential, as you will be interacting with clients and stakeholders. You must be able to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and consistently meet deadlines. Attention to detail and the ability to analyze and interpret contract terms and conditions are also crucial for success in this role.You might also have:

• 1-2 years of experience in meeting planning
• Life Science expertise
• Prior budget and cost management experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, and email software

Preferred:

• Strong communication skills
• Strong customer relationship skills
• College degree preferred

You should know:

• This role is virtual.
• Our standard working hours are 8:30 AM -5:30 PM with an hour's break.

How to apply:

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THE PERKS

Flexible WorkingWe 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 GrowOur 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 voiceWe thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your moveThe 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 Contract Administratoris between $45,000 - $60,000 The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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