Event Project Manager, Life Sciences

About the role

This opportunity is offered on behalf of a partner organization that will handle all applications and the remainder of the hiring process. The hiring company is seeking an Event Project Manager specializing in life sciences for a role based in Ireland.

You will work in a fast-moving setting where life sciences, technology, and event engagement come together. The position centers on planning and delivering high-impact congresses, webinars, advisory boards, and medical education initiatives that help create valuable connections between healthcare professionals and industry stakeholders. From setup through live delivery and post-event review, you will manage projects end to end while working with clients, key opinion leaders, agencies, and internal teams. The role calls for strong organization, client-facing confidence, and the ability to handle complex projects with measurable outcomes while keeping compliance and operational quality at the forefront.

Key responsibilities

• Own the full delivery cycle for life sciences events such as congresses, webinars, advisory boards, medical education programs, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Set up, configure, test, and launch event technology tools across web, mobile, portal, video, and engagement platforms to meet project needs.
• Act as the main liaison for customers and stakeholders, maintaining clear communication, proactive coordination, and high service standards throughout the project.
• Plan event activities, schedules, approvals, logistics, and stakeholder interactions while keeping everything aligned with project objectives and compliance obligations.
• Provide training to speakers, faculty, field teams, agencies, and event personnel on platforms, workflows, and engagement tools.
• Manage onsite and virtual event operations so that technology, participant engagement, and delivery processes run smoothly.
• Track project status, flag risks early, handle escalations, and put corrective actions in place to support successful delivery.
• Review event outcomes after completion, build reports and dashboards, and recommend improvements for future performance and engagement.
• Support program expansion, knowledge exchange, process improvements, and the adoption of new engagement approaches.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in event management, meeting planning, congress management, medical education, or a related project management role within life sciences.
• Demonstrated background in managing pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences events, including congresses, advisory boards, webinars, and training or educational programs.
• Good understanding of stakeholder coordination in pharmaceutical, medical, or healthcare settings, including work with healthcare professionals, agencies, and internal teams.
• Familiarity with event approval workflows, compliance expectations, and processes involving commercial, medical, and legal stakeholders.
• Strong project management capability, including the ability to run several projects at once while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, plus the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders across international environments.
• Comfort using technology platforms, event applications, and digital engagement solutions.
• Ability to solve problems quickly, prioritize under pressure, and deliver strong results in fast-paced environments.
• A customer-service mindset with a proactive focus on client success and participant experience.
• Well-developed organizational and problem-solving skills, along with confidence in influencing stakeholders and managing escalations when needed.
• Willingness to travel often, including international travel, weekend work, and support outside regular hours when events require it.
• English fluency is required; additional European languages are an advantage.

Benefits

• Work at the intersection of life sciences, technology, and healthcare engagement.
• Gain exposure to a varied portfolio of international congresses, webinars, advisory boards, and educational events.
• Take on substantial ownership and responsibility across the complete project lifecycle.
• Join a collaborative, supportive environment with ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Build hands-on experience with modern event technology, engagement platforms, and analytics tools.
• Collaborate internationally with pharmaceutical companies, healthcare professionals, agencies, and industry specialists.
• Access a clear path for career growth, including possible progression into senior project, program leadership, or client-facing positions.
• Enjoy a flexible and dynamic working environment with meaningful travel opportunities.
• Receive a competitive compensation package based on experience, location, and travel expectations.

Data handling and hiring process

The application is reviewed through an AI-supported matching process designed to assess candidates fairly and efficiently against the role’s core requirements. Shortlisted profiles are then shared with the hiring company, which manages interviews, assessments, and the final hiring decision.

By applying, you acknowledge that your personal data may be processed to evaluate your candidacy and shared with the employer as part of the recruitment process in line with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR. You may exercise your rights to access, correct, erase, or object to processing at any time.

Artificial intelligence tools may be used to support parts of the recruitment workflow, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, and identifying possible inconsistencies or verification indicators. These tools assist the recruitment team but do not replace human judgment, and final decisions are made by people.