Learning & Event Coordinator 5

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 18 Nov 2026

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A Day in the Life

The Learning and Event function supports the planning and execution of executive leadership programs, meetings, and large internal conferences. This role partners with program managers, facilitators, leaders, vendors, and other stakeholders to coordinate programs and events from planning through execution.

This position is based at Medtronic’s Operational Headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota, with onsite support for executive programs and events. Occasional travel is required as needed.

The Learning and Event Coordinator V provides senior-level project, program, meeting, and event coordination for executive leadership programs and large internal conferences. This role manages project timelines, event logistics, participant communications, vendor coordination, travel logistics, expenses, and documentation while identifying opportunities to improve program processes through technology and automation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate executive leadership programs, meetings, offsites, and large internal conferences from planning through onsite execution.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, milestones, action items, dependencies, and program deliverables.
• Coordinate meeting and event logistics, including meeting space, catering, audiovisual needs, materials, transportation, hotel sourcing, and travel arrangements.
• Partner with program managers, facilitators, leaders, vendors, and onsite contacts to coordinate requirements and program delivery.
• Manage calendars, invitations, registration, participant rosters, attendance tracking, and program communications.
• Coordinate vendors and track program expenses, invoices, purchase orders, chargebacks, and expense reconciliation.
• Improve and automate program processes using tools such as Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft Bookings, SharePoint, Power BI, and Excel.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), templates, checklists, trackers, and other program documentation.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 10+ years of experience in project coordination, program operations, meeting and event coordination, executive support, or a related function.
• Experience coordinating projects or programs with multiple stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables.
• Experience supporting executive-level programs, meetings, conferences, or events.
• Experience handling confidential or sensitive business information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating vendors, hotel sourcing, travel logistics, and program or event expenses.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft Bookings, SharePoint, Power BI, or advanced Excel functionality.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Cvent, Concur, Medallia, or similar program and event management tools.
• Experience developing SOPs, process documentation, templates, checklists, and project trackers.
• Experience providing onsite support for executive leadership programs, meetings, or large internal conferences.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

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Benefits & Compensation
 

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
 

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$69,200.00 - $103,800.00

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This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

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