We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100.

Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections.

We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses.

This role can be based from our New York City, Chicago, San Franscico or other US-based Informa Offices

What we’re looking for:

A Conference Producer for HIMSS Global Conference & Exhibition, the leading global health technology event, bringing together 25,000 attendees annually. This role designs and leads the development and delivery of CE-eligible and sponsored content. This includes research and development, building relationships with all speakers, sponsors, content curation, speaker logistics, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, coordination of content promotion, program quality assurance, and audience development efforts. The Conference Producer will collaborate to develop the HIMSS Content conference strategy and manage those of sponsored-content production once the contract is signed, including, but not limited to, program development, production, and execution.

To be successful in the role, the ideal candidate will have a high level of agility, organizational skills, communication skills, and possess the ability to work and interact with colleagues at all levels of seniority.  Knowledge of healthcare concepts and terminology is a bonus.  Additionally, the Conference Producer will ensure that the educational programming delivered is highly relevant, impactful, and immersive across HIMSS Global Conference & Exhibition for target audiences, attendees, and stakeholders.  The Conference Producer will ensure that the Informa Content Team’s goals and objectives are met by delivering the most effective and efficient level of educational programming possible.

Role Accountability and Duties:

• Develops event programming and preconference forums for both CE-eligible and sponsored content that supports revenue goals and strategic objectives of the business.
• Interacts with clients or their agencies to ensure contract packages are executed and delivered on time and in full.  Builds and maintains relationships with clients and key personnel within customer companies. 
• Manages sessions in the general education program with government entities such as ONC, CMS, VA, DHA, and others as identified.
• Works with and collaborates with other team members on the design, development, production, delivery, and maintenance of key content, e.g., clinical- and non-clinical CE eligible content, preconference programs, partnerships/collaborators, sponsors, invited sessions, and others as identified.
• Creates processes and manages client deliverable timelines, sets up kickoff calls, and creates post event reports related to all program responsibilities.
• Collaborates with others to develop event programs and content that aligns with their goals and objectives.
• Reviews and contributes to marketing collateral including but not limited to program guides, brochures, emails, websites and any other specialized flyers and/or communications pieces used to market the program.
• Engages socially across the HIMSS Informa social channels to amplify educational programming.
• Embraces new event programming initiatives as directed by leadership including, but not limited to conferences, events, and the introduction of new topics.
• Utilizes project management skills to manage multiple, complex projects simultaneously, bringing them to completion within expected time frames and manages the development and completion of program elements within related timelines.
• Manages onsite activities for educational programming as assigned.
• Travels to in-person events as required.

What you bring to the team:

• 3-5 years’ experience as a conference producer or in a similar role involved in conference development and production.
• Relevant health IT, association management or project management certification preferred but not required.
• Experience working with third-party collaborators to achieve the goals of the Informa Content Team.
• Demonstrated ability to design event programs that increase audience engagement.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with attention to detail, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective listener with the ability to help summarize and finalize conversations into actionable items, using internal AI tools and other resources.
• Ability to work on multiple priorities simultaneously and prioritize responsibilities and educational programming goals to efficiently manage time, meet schedules/deadlines.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with others to arrive at consensus.
• Demonstrated experience working with teams and managing volunteers.
• Self-confident, assertive, respectful, and ethical working style with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Sharepoint, and others.
• Experience with additional applications like Session Board, Monday.com, SAP, specific large language models, or others.

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That's why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you’re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces – like at an Informa event – you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

The salary range for this role is $80,000 $95,000 based on experience. 

This posting will automatically expire on December 1st

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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