Associate Events Manager

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient Associate Events Manager position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.

How youll make an impact:

• Lead the planning and execution of complex international congresses and events from pre-planning onsite management post-event evaluation and administration
• Develop and manage project plans timelines budgets and key milestones.
• Coordinate all event logistics including agencies promotional materials booth design travel accommodation venues AV F&B and attendee communications.
• Serve as the primary liaison for internal stakeholders senior leadership external vendors partners and healthcare professionals (HCPs).
• Manage event administration contracts payment processing budget reconciliation Cvent and compliance-related requirements in partnership with Legal and Compliance.
• Drive post-event analysis ROI tracking lead generation process improvements and competitive intelligence activities.
• Provide event planning guidance and support to regional and national teams.
• Conduct site inspections and venue evaluations.
• Support additional projects and initiatives as assigned.
  

What youll need (Required):

• Solid experience managing complex events preferably including congresses.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
  

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Strong project management skills including familiarity with relevant methodologies and tools with a detail-oriented and process-focused approach.
• Experience in an international corporate environment preferably within the medical device industry and related compliance requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cultures organizational levels senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Proactive independent and highly dependable.
• Resilient under pressure with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Willingness to travel within Europe approximately 30%.
  

What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic

As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international dynamic and friendly work environment.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow personally and professionally. To achieve this we offer on-the-job development training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women Edwards Foundation charity team sustainability activities and others).

Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic also offers the following benefits:
Competitive Compensation and Benefits package
Flexible working hours home office
Pension Plan Risk Life Insurance
Virtual Medical Clinic (online access to healthcare)
Meal Benefits
Service Awards
Enhanced Sick Leave Benefits
Flexible Benefit Plan (Cafeteria)
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Employee Assistance Program
Comprehensive Wellness Program including onsite gym Yoga Pilates or SM System classes massages fresh fruit in the office healthy lifestyle workshops educational events charity activities and much more.
Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.