Edwards Lifesciences

Event Coordinator EEMEA

United Arab Emirates-Dubai Full time

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Event Coordinator EEMEA   position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future. 

 

You will make an impact by: 

  • Assist the EEMEA LT with the coordination and execution of regional projects and initiatives

  • Independently coordinating internal events in various locations across EEMEA.

  • Managing all event-related administration, including participant list management, hotel search and contracting, budgeting, order and payment processing, and CVENT, ECLM, and COUPA administration.

  • Developing and tracking LT project plans, monitoring milestones and deadlines.

  • Managing third-party providers and ensuring timely delivery of services.

  • Tracking and managing all project budgets to ensure cost efficiency.

  • Drafting and distributing internal communications, including announcements, newsletters, and event invitations.

  • Managing internal calendars for events and meetings, ensuring timely updates and reminders.

  • Assisting with All Employee meeting setups, including logistics and technical support for virtual platforms (Teams).

  • Supporting preparing presentations and visual assets for leadership team projects and internal events.

  • Coordinating employee engagement activities, such as recognition programs or informal networking sessions.

  • Maintaining a knowledge repository of templates, processes, and best practices for events and communications.

  • Other event-related duties as assigned by the manager.

What you’ll need:

  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 4–6 years of related experience (event management).

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are a must; additional languages are an advantage.

  • Passion for event organization, with a strong willingness to learn quickly and curiosity to explore and introduce innovations for events.

  • Friendly, open nature and a customer-oriented approach, with strong ability to work in a team.

  • Good problem-solving, critical thinking, analytical and investigative skills, with strict attention to detail.

  • Solid understanding of policies, procedures, and guidelines relevant to event planning.

  • Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and build stable working relationships internally.

  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • High level of confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

  • Willingness and ability to travel as required for events and projects