Global Meetings & Events Manager, Meeting Planning

Amgen

. Lead end-to-end strategy, planning, execution, and closeout of assigned complex, high-visibility programs, including executive programs .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,590 - $129,328 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex event planning and execution, with a strong focus on stakeholder management, budget oversight, and compliance within corporate environments. Proficient in utilizing Cvent and Microsoft Office for effective program management and communication.

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Event PlanningBudget ManagementStakeholder ManagementCvent ProficiencyCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Event ManagementBudget OversightSupplier Scope ReviewInvoice CoordinationPost-Event ReconciliationProgram PlanningRisk MitigationData ManagementCompliance RequirementsVirtual Meeting Platforms

Soft Skills

CommunicationOrganizationProblem-SolvingJudgmentDiscretion

Tools & Technologies

CventMicrosoft OfficeEvent AppsProject Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Corporate EnvironmentLife SciencesRegulated IndustryHigh-Visibility ProgramsOnsite Execution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end strategy, planning, execution, and closeout of assigned complex, high-visibility programs, including executive programs
Translate sponsor objectives into program plans, milestones, agendas, production requirements, run-of-show documents, communications, registration, travel requirements, and coordinated workstreams
Set program ownership, priorities, decision points, and contingency plans while managing concurrent programs
Define objectives and success measures, assess outcomes, and recommend improvements
Serve as primary planning partner for sponsors, senior leaders, administrative partners, and key stakeholders
Advise on meeting approach, attendee experience, timing, cost, standards, and compliance requirements
Lead planning meetings and status reviews, communicate decisions and progress, and raise risks with proposed solutions
Coordinate with Corporate Affairs, Executive Teams, Commercial, IT, Global Security, Legal, Procurement, Finance, Facilities, and other internal partners
Oversee the attendee journey, including invitations, communications, registration, travel, accommodations, hospitality, accessibility, and onsite service standards
Lead onsite operations across registration, attendee services, production, transportation, food and beverage, and supplier delivery
Resolve escalated issues and activate contingency plans
Collect feedback and lead post-event debriefs
Develop and manage budgets and forecasts; monitor commitments, actuals, variances, and financial risks
Ensure compliance with GMM policies, approval processes, and legal, privacy, and compliance requirements
Identify and mitigate operational, financial, attendee, safety, and reputational risks
Review supplier scopes, contracts, deliverables, invoices, concessions, deposits, cancellation and attrition exposure, payment tracking, and reconciliation
Own registration strategy and governance, including data requirements, communications, reporting, and user experience
Review registration sites, event apps, technology workflows, integrations, and reporting; coordinate testing and technical support
Maintain accurate program records in Cvent
Evaluate approved event technology, AI tools, and automation
Partner on venue requirements, sourcing, site selection, and stakeholder recommendations
Set supplier responsibilities and retain accountability for supplier performance
Work with GMM, Procurement, and authorized signatories on contracts and obligations
Direct and prioritize the Senior Associate’s operational workstreams, providing guidance, coaching, quality review, and decisions
Communicate with the Senior Associate and Associate Director regarding status, workload, risks, milestones, and resource needs
Improve service quality, consistency, efficiency, and cost effectiveness through reporting and feedback
Promote standard processes, templates, collaboration, and technology improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business, communications, event management, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
5+ years of corporate or agency meeting or event planning experience delivering complex, high-visibility programs in a corporate environment
Experience managing budgets, forecasts, supplier scopes, invoice review, payment coordination, and post-event reconciliation
Proficiency in Cvent and Microsoft Office, with experience using registration and project management tools
Strong cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder management, communication, organization, judgment, discretion, and problem-solving skills
Experience providing day-to-day direction, coaching, or oversight to planning colleagues
Able to manage competing priorities and lead onsite execution in a fast-paced environment
Approximately 30% travel for onsite event support, with occasional evening or weekend work based on program schedules
Preferred: Experience in life sciences or another regulated industry
Preferred: Familiarity with virtual and hybrid meeting platforms and attendee-facing event apps

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive employee benefits package
Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Discretionary annual bonus program
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible
Career development opportunities
Work/life balance