Company Description
Home to over 1,000 talented and passionate individuals, Informa Connect is a global business which delivers world-class live events and outstanding digital content to markets across 30 countries. From Biotech and Pharma to pop culture, we connect hard and fast with businesses to create exciting on-demand experiences who expect the very best.
It’s fast-paced and freedom-focused. Which means you’ll have the space to bring ideas to life and see the impact of your hard work in real time. If you’re looking to make a difference, you’ll find the support you need at Informa Connect - our community works together to deliver amazing results and will celebrate in your individual success. Move forward, move fast.
Job Description
The Trendsetter - You will be given creative freedom across our new and exciting series of digital products that will bring together life science communities through compelling science-based webcasts, virtual events, digital publications, podcasts, videos and other content-marketing programs. You will be given editorial autonomy to research, discover and build upon the hottest topics in your area to create and curate high quality content. You will take the lead in delivering content marketing programs through multiple channels around our face-to-face events as well as onsite. You will identify and recruit recognized experts and the next generation of industry pioneers to participate in discussions and provide thought leadership across multiple platforms.
SCOPE OF INFLUENCE
- External Client Group: Speakers, Attendees, sponsors, supporting organization (publications/associations)
- Internal Client Group: Portfolio Directors, Marketing, Business Development and Digital Delivery Team
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Development: Content and Development (70%)
- Conducts on-camera interviews & moderates sponsored programs: virtual and onsite
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on sponsored content marketing programs
- Writes and produces commercially driven content for digital events, video & podcast programming, liaising with senior industry experts, analysts and practitioners on topic development
- Proof content for grammatical accuracy, clarity, completeness of content and copy edit where needed
- Review video content and record timecodes (cutsheets) and provide to video editor
- Ensure content is appropriate (educational/informative) for intended audience
- Hits key deadlines including research, draft programs, handovers, speaker recruitment, program sign off
- Serves as the project lead; works with different members of the cross-functional teams to ensure that objectives and deadlines are met or exceeded
- Develop a global network of industry contacts, speakers & key opinion leaders
Program Delivery and Execution (20%)
Support sales team as required including joining sales calls as required, providing guidance to sponsors to ensure standards of quality are met- Support marketing team as required including writing and/or proofing summary copy
- Support digital delivery team with program delivery
- Support speakers as required e.g. arrange and chair panel calls
- Work with customers through the review and approval process
Support/Other (10%)
- Participate in cross-departmental training and meetings and all deliverables associated.
- Attend training and conferences as required
- Willing to travel
- Perform adhoc duties as needed.
Qualifications
Four-year degree or equivalent experience in life sciences or a related field- Demonstrated analytical, research and commercialization skills along with experience working in a fast-paced environment where quick turnaround is key
- Must have strong project management skills
- Demonstrated skills in networking, building relationships and strong verbal and written communication abilities are necessary for success
- Impeccable copy writing and proof-reading skills
- Proficiency with social networking sites
- Must have superior organizational skills, along with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects. Must be able to respond to competing priorities, workflow and client changes in a fast-paced environment, while still meeting due dates.
- Excellent customer service skills and communication are required.
- Experience interviewing executives and moderating panels is a plus
- Experience working with virtual and digital products a plus
WHO YOU ARE
- You love a challenge and are excited to be at the heart of creating a game changing new digital product for a global audience
- You love working in a team that is passionate, enthusiastic and driven
- You are a team player and you will look to help other members of the team where possible
- You have a passion for journalism, media and research, and you are willing to learn and develop further in these areas
- You will be excited at the thought of discovering never-before heard stories
- You are enthusiastic, driven and always striving to deliver to the highest possible standard
- You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
Additional Information
Just as no two days are the same, at Informa Connect we recognise that no two people are the same, putting diversity and inclusivity at the heart of what we do. This doesn’t happen by chance. We actively work to create a shared culture. It’s a place where individuals bring their own experience and insights to discover new opportunities and build a varied career. We want you to thrive as part of a fantastic community. We champion you.
Why Work at Informa?
Employee experience is very important to us at Informa. On top of joining a supportive, diverse and ambitious team that welcomes all types of candidates. We are also flexible with different working patterns and prioritize promotions internally. Our benefits include:
- Learning and development plan to assist with your career development
- 25 days annual leave, 4 days for volunteering and a day off for your birthday!
- Competitive Benefits
- Work with high quality specialist products
- Bright and friendly staff who are all “expert’s experts” and additional training and development for helping you achieve your career aspiration
- Share-Match options - become a shareholder
- Regular social events and networking opportunities
We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.