Congress & Event Specialist

Would you like to apply your expertise to make an impact in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life-changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

Welcome to MIND (Milan), one of over 400 sites here at AstraZeneca. The site provides a collaborative environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves, which is at the core of AstraZeneca’s priorities. At AstraZeneca we believe in the potential of our people and you’ll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us.

As Congress & Event Specialist, you will work in close collaboration with the Congress Manager to identify the most efficient meetings. You will coordinate with outsourced compliance activities related to the AIFA authorization request for medical meetings and oversee the hosting of internal meetings for the Field Force. Additionally, you will be responsible for approving sponsorships and verifying locations for multi-sponsor and ECM congresses, ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with regulations.

If you’re inspired by the possibilities of science to make a difference and ready to discover what you can do – join us.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The role broadly includes the following key components:

• Approving Medical Meetings and Congresses

• Submitting requests for the approval of CME Meetings and Congresses to AIFA

• Preparing sponsorship contracts

• Reviewing related guidelines and procedures

• Supporting Training and Audit Compliance

• Monitoring of Providers performance

• Monitoring of all related expenses

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Finance or Law degree

• 3-5 years of experience in congress related actvities within a Pharmaceutical company

•  Good knowledge of National and EU pharmaceutical legislation

• Project Management skills

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Fluent in English and Italian

• Flexibility and curiosity

• Precision and accuracy

Next Steps – Apply today!

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Line Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity.  If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this posting with them.

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