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Global Event Manager to own Congress Management
City:  Ballerup
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Country:  Denmark
Business Area:  Marketing
Department:  Global Brand & Marketing Communication
Employment Type:  Full-time

Are you a talented Event Manager with a passion for organising impactful congresses? Would you like to join an international company on an ambitious growth journey and is coordination and execution part of your DNA?

Then Ambu may be your new workplace. Apply today and join us for a career #ForeverForward!

 

Ambu develops, produce, and sell innovative medical devices that enable doctors and nurses to save lives daily. To effectively represent our brand and products globally, we actively participate in various congresses and events across the world.

 

In the newly established role as Global Event Manager, you will be based out of our headquarters in Ballerup, where you will join the Global Brand & Marketing Communications team, reporting to the Director of Brand & Marketing Communication.

 

Plan and execute globally

As our new Global Event Manager, you will take full responsibility for the planning, organisation and coordination of our global congresses and virtual events. You will oversee every aspect, from strategy to execution and completion. To succeed, you will need to coordinate with internal teams such as Marketing Communications, Brand, and Product Managers from our 4 Business Areas (BA's).

Furthermore, you will:

  • Develop event strategies and objectives in alignment with Global Marketing goals
  • Manage event budgets and ensure cost-effective solutions
  • Oversee event logistics, including venue selection, transportation, and accommodation arrangements
  • Create and manage event timelines, ensuring all deadlines are met
  • Develop and implement promotional plans to maximize event attendance and engagement
  • Monitor and evaluate event performance, providing post-event reports and analyses
  • Stay updated with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve event quality and effectiveness
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and other legal requirements

 

Strong project management skills and attention to detail

To thrive in this role, you will need strong project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively. You should be prepared to travel approximately 50-60 days a year, both before and after congresses, to manage practical aspects and stay updated on global trends and best practices. You bring hands-on experience in planning and executing large-scale congresses and online events, ideally within a regulated business area such as Life Sciences

 

As a professional, you excel at managing all phases of an event while maintaining a strategic, global outlook. You are highly organised, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively. Your positive energy, structured approach, and self-motivated nature enable you to take ownership and responsibility. Additionally, you are team-oriented and thrive in dynamic environments. You hold a bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, or a related field, along with a

minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in event planning and management. Experience working in a headquarters role within a global corporation is highly preferred.

 

Ambu – a visionary and international workplace where your efforts matter

Ambu is a company that expands rapidly and has ambitious growth targets. We meet these targets through interdisciplinary teamwork between motivated and highly skilled employees. Your contributions and efforts are crucial to our success and by joining us you will get the opportunity to work in an international head office with an informal working environment.

We offer great opportunities for personal development. Furthermore, we offer a wide range of professional, social, and financial employee benefits in addition to exciting job challenges and continuous professional and personal development.

 

When to apply

If you are ready to apply for the position, please apply as soon as possible. We will invite candidates for interviews on a continuous basis so no need to hesitate. This job ad might be online until the 2nd of February, but once we have found the right candidate, this ad will no longer be online.

For additional information or questions, please contact Rikke Skovlund, Director, Global Brand & Digital Communication at rsko@ambu.com. Your application will be treated confidentially.

About Ambu

Ambu has been bringing the solutions of the future to life since 1937. Today, millions of patients and healthcare professionals worldwide depend on the efficiency, safety and performance of our single-use endoscopy, anaesthesia, and patient monitoring solutions. We continuously look to the future with a commitment to deliver innovative quality products that have a positive impact on patient care and the work of healthcare professionals. Headquartered near Copenhagen in Denmark, Ambu employs approximately 4,500 people in Europe, North America and the Asia Pacific.

For more information, please visit ambu.com or follow us on LinkedIn.