Senior Conference Producer - 12 month minimum FTC

Overview

Senior Conference Producer - Maternity Cover. 12 month minimum FTC

Who we are

GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world's largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals.

We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers.

The role

Arena International Healthcare events part of GlobalData Plc produces 25+ market leading international conferences, 100 webinars/digital meetings & private networking events annually across the Healthcare sector (Clinical Trials, Clinical Supply, Rare Diseases, Data Management) with an ambitious plan for continued accelerated growth.

We are looking for a Senior Conference Producer to lead the research, development and delivery from conception right up to programme management, cutting-edge conference programmes that speak directly to the needs of our audience. From building agendas, researching and briefing speakers to leading industry c-suite advisory boards you will play a key role in growing and scaling our global reach.

What you'll be doing

• Produce and deliver 4-6 international conferences each year (single and multi-track)
• Research, design and deliver innovative conference programmes with top-tier speakers and engaging formats
• Identify opportunities for new launches and creative angles in response to market developments
• Originate compelling commercial value propositions for each event
• Develop and deliver a 2 year growth plan per event
• Collaborate with internal teams (R&A, Consultants, Editorial, Sales, Marketing, Operations) to ensure seamless project delivery end to end
• Present confidently to senior stakeholders and maintain strong external client relationships and partnerships
• Attend and represent the organisation at all events and relevant industry gatherings

What we're looking for

• 4+ years of B2B conference production experience (preferably within Healthcare/LifeSciences but not essential) with a proven track record of delivering successful, commercially profitable events
• Confident, innovative and proactive - with a passion for building industry knowledge
• Highly organised, deadline-driven and able to juggle multiple projects
• Exceptional research skills, agenda writing, speaker acquisition and event project management experience
• Experience of producing and growing annual events as well as launching new events
• Strong commercial acumen and growth mindset with the ability to spot gaps in the market for new products
• First class communicator with gravitas and influence able to gain credibility and trust at senior levels both internally and externally.
• At least 18 months experience in managing junior producers.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours as well as travel/deliver events internationally overseas including USA, Europe, APAC, UK

Benefits and equality

In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit

GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.