Meeting and Events Manager in Maidenhead

Lead, inspire, and develop a team of Meetings & Events Co-ordinators to deliver outstanding, compliant meeting and event experiences aligned with AbbVie's strategic goals and in adherence with AbbVie policies and compliance standards. As a player-manager, the Meeting & Events Manager will be responsible for both the delivery of logistics and vendor management for internal conferences twice yearly as well as manage a team of Meetings & Events Co-Ordinators who support the compliant delivery of AbbVie-organised external meetings and events each year.

Oversee the logistical execution, and continuous improvement of all meeting and event activities, ensuring compliance, strong vendor & budget management, and both internal and external stakeholder satisfaction. Plan and manage the annual events calendar in conjunction with Brand Teams; ensuring that compliance guidelines are integrated into all planning and implementation phases and manage the focus of your team’s time and resource accordingly. Act as the central contact for AbbVie stakeholders, offering guidance and direction to ensure all events are delivered to AbbVie’s standards and fulfil all compliance requirements. This role offers exposure to a diverse array of high-profile internal and external events, providing the opportunity to deliver impactful experiences across the organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage, mentor, and motivate a team of Meetings & Events Co-Ordinators, providing support, training, and guidance to enable their personal and professional growth.
• Oversee the portfolio of AbbVie’s educational events, scientific congresses (UK and international), and product meetings, ensuring events are successfully delivered within scope, timeline, and budget.
• Take responsibility for workload management, and setting clear objectives for each team member, ensuring smooth operations and resource utilization.
• Partner with the Internal Events and Corporate Communications team, supporting the coordination, communication, and delivery of internal business events, town halls, and employee engagement activities.
• Ensure compliance with AbbVie Policies, the ABPI Code, the Meetings Approval Process (MAP), contracting, and all vendor management procedures across the team’s activities.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and best practice sharing within the team and with external vendors and venues.
• Serve as escalation point for complex or sensitive logistical and compliance matters.
• Overseeing the logistics when supporting HCP continuous medical education/support/support for attendance to scientific/educational congresses (registration, travel, accommodation), and ensuring adherence to AbbVie policies, ABPI Code and other industry regulations.
• Lead supplier negotiations, reviewing service performance, delivering feedback, and driving quality improvement initiatives.
• Analyse outcomes of all events and implement process enhancements across the function.
• Report on team performance, event logistics and planning metrics, and compliance matters to senior management.

Qualifications:

• Substantial experience in Meetings & Events Management, including direct experience leading and developing teams.
• Demonstrated success in delivering diverse events in regulated or healthcare environments and overseeing multi-event portfolios.
• Strong leadership and people management skills; ability to build an engaged, high-performing team.
• Excellent stakeholder management and senior-level communication skills with proven influence and relationship-building abilities.
• Advanced understanding of compliance protocols, ABPI Code of Practice, pharmaceutical industry regulations, data privacy laws, third-party due diligence, and event contracting processes.
• Proficient in resource planning, budgeting, project management, and event technology platforms.
• Analytical mindset, process improvement orientation, and commitment to continuous learning.
• High attention to detail and capacity to manage competing priorities under pressure.
• Motivated by creating exceptional, compliant experiences for attendees and stakeholders.

Additional Information:

AbbVie's UK offices in Maidenhead prioritise accessibility and employee well-being, creating a welcoming environment for everyone. The office includes a large car park for easy access, as well as step-free entry, accessible restrooms, and elevators to accommodate individuals with mobility challenges. The workspace features assistive technologies and adaptable workstations, fostering an inclusive culture. Additionally, there is a dedicated quiet zone for those who prefer to work without distraction. This area maximises natural light and is strategically positioned for easy access with minimal noise disturbances. If you need specific information or have questions about accessibility arrangements, please let us know during the process.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.