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

Meeting Planner

We are looking for a Meeting Planner to join our dynamic team within our Life Sciences Division to support Commercial Education (internal new hire/onboarding training events). In this role, you will support the end-to-end development, planning and overall execution of events for a corporate client. This extends to attendee registration websites, communication and list management. Sound like you? Read on!

This role is hybrid out of West Chester, PA.

Your responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of program planning and closeout
• Source/contract vendors
• Design and build websites that provide exceptional user experience and maintain efficient backend attendee management and reporting.
• Create and distribute client-facing communication/documents
• Submit requests for services and supplies
• Adhere to all deadlines, turnaround timelines & compliance requirements
• Assume other duties and responsibilities not specifically outlined herein, but which are logically and properly inherent to the position and can add value

You’re good at:

• Effective time management and balancing multiple priorities
• Being organized, efficient, and accurate
• Adaptability
• Being proactive and anticipating the next priority
• Effective communication with colleagues and vendors
• Proofing electronic documents/communication
• Cvent, Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.

You might also have:

• A college degree from a 4-year institution
• Background and/or education in pharmaceutical/medical device meetings and events industry

How to apply
Click apply now to be considered.

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 Meeting Planner is between $55,000 - $60,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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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.