Manager, US Corporate Events

This role reports to the Head of US Communications with a functional dotted line to the AD Global Corporate Events in Germany, ensuring close alignment with Global event strategy, standards and best practices.

Your contribution 

• Plan, coordinate, and execute corporate events in the US ranging from town halls and annual celebrations to high-profile internal and external events.
• Create new event concepts and formats that align with strategic communications objectives and corporate priorities and bring fresh ideas to recurring events. 
• Manage timelines, budgets, vendors, venues, and agency partners to ensure seamless and cost-effective delivery.
• Coordinate event logistics, including technical set-up and Run of Show.
• Help brief and support executives, speakers, and key stakeholders to ensure a smooth and impactful event.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including Medical Affairs, Commercial, HR, IT, and R&D teams to ensure cohesive content and consistent brand alignment. 
• Oversee on-site execution, ensuring a positive attendee experience. 
• Maintain calm under pressure and resolve issues quickly as they arise.
• Measure event outcomes, gather feedback, and contribute to continuous improvement and best-practice development.

A good match 

• 5 plus years of proven experience as an Event Manager in a corporate environment. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Collaborative team player with strong ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across all organizational levels.
• Creative and strategic mindset, with a passion for designing memorable, high-quality event experiences and an understanding of how events support brand visibility, engagement, and business objectives.
• Proactive, self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, accountability and the ability to work autonomously.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Technical and business proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Willingness to travel up to 6 times per year.

Preferred qualifications; Pharmaceutical, biotech or healthcare company experience, proficiency in German. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, Veeva Events, SpotMe/Omoni is an advantage

US based candidates expected Pay Range: $115,100 - $140,000/year + benefits, annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance). *Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Your Benefits:

BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
• Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
• Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
• Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.
• 401(K) Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
• Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
• Professional Development Programs
• Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
• Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance

…and more! More details to be shared.

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