• Event Assistant, Global Marketing

    Abbott (Austin, TX)


    Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

     

    At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

     

    + Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .

    + Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

    + An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

    + Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

    + A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

    + A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

     

    The Opportunity

     

    The **Event Assistant, Global Marketing (** position works out of our **Austin, TX** location in the **Cardiac Rhythm Management** Division.

     

    The Event Assistant, Global Marketing, will provide essential support to the Global Events team within Abbott’s Cardiovascular CRM Division. This role focuses on assisting with the coordination and execution of smaller-scale education events, travel logistics, and administrative tasks. The Event Assistant will work closely with the Global Event Manager and broader marketing team to ensure smooth operations and high-quality event experiences. This position is ideal for someone highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to grow within the events and marketing space.

    What You'll Work On

    + Support the planning and execution of smaller regional education events and tier 4 global trade shows under the direction of the Global Event Manager.

    + Assist with travel coordination, hotel bookings, and logistics for internal and external stakeholders attending events.

    + Create and manage Cvent registration forms for assigned events.

    + Submit and track expense reports related to event activities, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

    + Help maintain organized documentation and records for all events.

    + Coordinate shipping of materials and promotional items for smaller events.

    + Assist with booth setup/teardown and on-site logistics as needed.

    + Communicate with vendors and internal teams to support event execution.

    + Provide administrative support including calendar management, purchase orders, and literature distribution.

    + Help prepare post-event reports and surveys.

    + Deliver excellent customer service to internal teams and external partners.

    + Travel occasionally and work outside of normal business hours to support event schedules.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

    + Bachelors Degree Marketing, Business or Communications, preferred.

    + Minimum 1 year experience in conventions and event planning; preferably in the healthcare industry but not mandatory.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

    + Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

    + Experience with Cvent, Concur, and Monday.com is a plus.

    + Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

    + Self-motivated and able to work independently with guidance.

    + Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

    + Basic knowledge of social media and digital tools is helpful.

    + 1–3 years of experience in events, marketing, or administrative support

    + Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 40 lbs

    Travel Requirements

    + Up to 30% travel required

    + Must be available to work outside of normal business hours to support event schedules

    **Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:** www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx)

     

    Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

     

    Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

     

    The base pay for this position is $50,000.00 – $100,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

    An Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

     

    We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

     

    To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email [email protected]