Congress & Pharma Events Project Manager (UK, Virtual, EUROPE)

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 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E's team of 2,000+ 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 At BCD Meetings & Events, we believe the best outcomes come from combining human expertise, innovation and responsible AI. We're investing in technology and talent to help our teams solve complex challenges, create exceptional experiences, advance more sustainable event practices and deliver stronger outcomes for clients around the world. AI supports how we work, learn and innovate, but people remain at the center of every decision, including all hiring decisions. About the Role Due to continued growth with this dedciated client we are increasing the team. Love bringing complex events to life? As an Animal Health & Congress Project Manager, you'll lead Life Sciences congresses and related meetings in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment where precision, compliance, and great client service all matter. You'll own the planning journey from registration and logistics to budgets, supplier coordination, and final reconciliation. If you're energised by keeping lots of moving pieces on track while creating a smooth attendee experience, you'll fit right in. You're Good At Managing congresses or meetings from kick-off calls through closeout, with strong ownership of timelines, deliverables, and day-to-day coordination. Experience sourcing, negotiating, and managing outside vendors such as hotels, DMCs, transportation partners, and venues Working in a structured, compliance-focused Life Sciences environment where accuracy, documentation, and audit readiness are essential. Handling attendee registration, rooming, communications, reporting, and last-minute changes as your normal working day.. Partnering with clients, PCOs, medical societies, and suppliers to keep logistics running smoothly and solve problems quickly. Working on multiple projects with a variety of deliverables and deadlines. Building and tracking budgets, reviewing invoices and contracts, and keeping stakeholders informed on financial updates and risks You Might Also Have Previous experience of Animal Health events along with Human Health event experience. College degree in Event Management or similar. Pharmaceutical compliance knowledge. Familiarity with Cvent and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office You Should Know Role is home based in either Spain or United Kingdom, you must hold the relevant Rights to work in either country. Our core office hours are Monday - Friday 0900-1730 hours with an hour for lunch. You will be required to travel onsite to events on occasion which may include travel internationally and may include weekends. We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in Spain is between Euros 33,000 - 38,000 and for the UK is GBP 33,000 - 37,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget . 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 l #J-18808-Ljbffr BCD Travel