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Experienced Congress & Event Manager, Global Brand & Marketing Communications
City:  Ballerup
State: 
Country:  Denmark
Business Area:  Marketing
Department:  Global Brand & Marketing Communication
Employment Type:  Full-time

Are you a talented Congress Manager with a passion for organizing impactful events? Would you like to join an international company on an ambitious growth journey? Do you enjoy interacting with multiple colleagues and external stakeholders? 

 

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

 

Ambu develops, produces, and sells 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 Congress 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 Congress Manager, you will take full responsibility for the planning, organization and coordination of our global congresses and virtual events. You will oversee every aspect, from strategic planning to execution and completion. To succeed, you will need to coordinate with internal teams such as Marketing Communications, Medical Affairs, and Product Managers from our 4 Business Areas (BA's). 

 

Furthermore, you will: 

  • Develop strategic event plans in alignment with Global Marketing goals 

  • Manage congress 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 with multiple stakeholders. You should be prepared to travel 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 a congress or event while maintaining a strategic, global outlook. You are highly organized, 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 marketing, Business, or a related field, along with a minimum of 8 years of professional experience in congress 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 

 

Are you ready to apply for this exciting position? If so, please send your application as soon as possible, as we will invite candidates for interviews on a continuous basis.  

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.