Global Meetings & Events Manager, Meeting Planning

Amgen

. Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, high-visibility programs and executive events .

Posted 10/16/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $95,590 - $129,328 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate event management, including strategic planning, budget oversight, and compliance within regulated industries. Proficient in managing complex programs and enhancing attendee experiences through effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.

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Corporate Event Management ExperienceBudget ManagementCvent ProficiencyStakeholder EngagementRisk Mitigation

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningEvent ExecutionFinancial TrackingSupplier ManagementPost-Event Analysis

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationWorkload Management

Tools & Technologies

CventMicrosoft OfficeVirtual Meeting PlatformsEvent AppsProject Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesRegulated IndustriesCompliance RequirementsHigh-Visibility ProgramsAttendee Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, high-visibility programs and executive events
Translate business objectives into actionable plans, timelines, agendas, and operational workstreams
Manage multiple programs simultaneously, including priorities, risks, contingencies, and stakeholder expectations
Partner with sponsors, senior leaders, and key stakeholders to define objectives and measure success
Provide strategic guidance on event design, attendee experience, compliance requirements, and budget management
Lead planning meetings, communicate progress, and proactively resolve issues and risks
Coordinate cross-functional teams across logistics, technology, security, legal, and operations
Oversee end-to-end attendee experience, including registration, communications, travel, accommodations, and onsite support
Direct onsite event operations and resolve execution issues
Manage program budgets, forecasts, financial tracking, and reporting
Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and audit standards
Identify and mitigate operational, financial, safety, and reputational risks
Oversee supplier performance, contracts, invoicing, payment reconciliation, and service delivery
Lead registration strategy, event technology implementation, reporting, and data management in Cvent
Evaluate approved event technologies, AI tools, and automation
Partner on venue sourcing, selection, and contract execution
Provide guidance and oversight to the Senior Associate, including workload management, coaching, and quality review
Drive continuous improvement through post-event analysis, stakeholder feedback, and best-practice implementation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctorate degree OR Master’s degree and 2 years of corporate event management experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of corporate event management experience OR Associate’s degree and 8 years of corporate event management experience OR high school diploma/GED and 10 years of corporate event management experience
Experience ideally within life sciences or highly regulated industries
Experience in life sciences or another regulated industry
Familiarity with virtual and hybrid meeting platforms and attendee-facing event apps
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
Experience using registration and project management tools
Ability to manage competing priorities and lead onsite execution in a fast-paced environment
Approximately 30% travel for onsite event support
Occasional evening or weekend work based on program schedules

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 where possible
Career development opportunities
Financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals
Work/life balance support