Associate Director, Meetings and Events

Madrigal’s medication, Rezdiffra (resmetirom), is a once-daily, oral, liver-directed THR-β agonist designed to target key underlying causes of MASH. Rezdiffra is the first and only medication approved by both the FDA and European Commission for the treatment of MASH with moderate to advanced fibrosis (F2 to F3). An ongoing Phase 3 outcomes trial is evaluating Rezdiffra for the treatment of compensated MASH cirrhosis (F4c).

Our success is driven by our people. We are building a dynamic, inclusive, and high-performing culture that values scientific excellence, operational rigor, and collaboration. To support our continued growth, we are strengthening our workforce strategy to ensure we have the right talent, at the right time, in the right way.

Job Description

The Meetings & Events Team oversees the compliant planning and execution of all internal and customer-facing meetings, as well as congresses. As Associate Director, you will be a critical partner to stakeholders, ensuring the seamless implementation of strategic initiatives, policy adherence, and operational excellence. This role involves developing and refining processes, driving efficiency, and delivering effective training to support stakeholders across the organization. You will be instrumental in managing the full lifecycle of meetings and events, from registration and logistics to compliance and review, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and external regulatory requirements. The role demands independent judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence organizational change through strong leadership and collaboration.

Responsibilities:

· Lead strategic meetings management initiatives, including change initiatives, process improvements, and training programs.

· Drives efficiency as it relates to the meeting management process.

· Serve as the primary contact for new meeting registrations, assessing requests, consulting stakeholders, and addressing exceptions.

· Build and foster cross-functional relationships to drive organizational change and ensure seamless meeting lifecycle management.

· Oversee the end-to-end process for meetings and events, providing expert guidance and support.

· Ensures all stakeholders are informed and compliant with policies (e.g., Sunshine Act requirements).

· Collaborate with internal teams and external logistics agencies to ensure process alignment and success.

· Collect and analyze feedback/data to identify opportunities for continuous process improvement

· Act as a subject matter expert on meeting policies, delivering training and onboarding to stakeholders and preferred suppliers.

· Develop and execute communication strategies to promote policy adherence and program adoption.

· Deliver metrics-based business reviews to stakeholders, supporting budgeting and forecasting decisions.

· Manage projects of varying complexity as workload permits.

· Management and oversight of external vendors

· Perform additional tasks and travel as required (up to 40%).

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree

· CMP preferred

· 10+ years of experience with 5+ within meetings management, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.

· In-depth knowledge of U.S. compliance requirements, including the Sunshine Act, with the ability to ensure adherence throughout the meeting lifecycle.

· Strong strategic thinking skills to identify organizational connections and dependencies, ensuring a comprehensive and forward-looking approach to decision-making.

· Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate complex ideas, present to stakeholders at all levels, and inspire confidence and buy-in.

· Demonstrated leadership abilities with a proven track record of influencing cross-functional teams to achieve high-quality results within established timelines.

· Advanced interpersonal skills for fostering collaboration, managing conflicts, and building strong, productive relationships across diverse teams.

· Highly detail-oriented with excellent follow-up and organizational skills to manage multiple projects, vendors, and priorities effectively.

· Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to assess challenges, propose innovative solutions, and implement improvements that drive operational efficiency.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and event management software such as CVENT, with the ability to create professional, data-driven reports and presentations.

· Adaptability and a willingness to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while maintaining a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

Madrigal offers a competitive Total Rewards strategy to attract and retain top talent and is inclusive of base pay, bonus, equity, and a generous benefits package. Full-time employees are eligible for base salary, bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits suite.

Base salary is determined by several factors including the candidate’s qualifications, skills, education, experience, business needs, and market demands.  As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position, applicable to all candidates, is $155,000 - $189,000 per year.  We comply with all applicable minimum wage laws.