.Introduction to role:At AstraZeneca, every one of our employees makes a difference to patient lives every day. Our science extends beyond our labs – our global perspective means we use talent and expertise from all over the world to make our medicines a success. The Global Meetings and Events (GME) team sits within the Global Business Services (GBS) organization and is responsible for implementing and executing a global Strategic Meetings Management Program (SMMP) across Commercial, Enabling Units, and Science Units.The 'Global Meetings and Events Project Manager – RDU (Rare Disease Unit)' will drive best-in-class meeting and events planning services that are cost-effective and deliver value to Alexion. The role reports to a Global Meetings Director - RDU.Accountabilities:End-to-end accountability to plan and execute internal and external meetings (face-to-face/virtual/hybrid) by working in collaboration with the business meeting owner and external partners for all aspects of a meeting, including site recommendations, production supplier recommendations, contract negotiations, budgets, catering, creation and ownership of project plan, attendee management, travel arrangements, event agenda, and on-site support.Understand the business priorities and Alexion and AstraZeneca culture including regulations, internal policies, and reporting requirements.Provide strong project management with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across all levels of organizations, both internal and external, and across time zones with global stakeholders.Manage workload and priorities to maintain a healthy work-life balance.Identify creative solutions to find cost-saving opportunities while adapting to ever-changing business needs.Manage internal compliance process on behalf of the business owner; guide and direct business owner on process and requirements.Be an active member of the broader GME team to provide benchmarking, best practices, and knowledge sharing.Effectively work alongside external vendors and internal stakeholders while establishing collaborative relationships.Embrace change and find opportunities where least visible.Travel to and support off-site event delivery and execution when required while focused on sustainability and carbon use (up to 30%)