Events Program Manager

This is a contract role with our tech client that goes through June 2026 with potential to extend

Our client in the tech industry is looking for an Events Program Manager to work closely with internal stakeholders to manage 1st and 3rd party events, executive side meetings, virtual events/webinars and executive roundtables. The successful candidate will have experience with the Microsoft channel and ecosystem and have extensive background supporting 1st and 3rd party events as well as managing virtual events and webinars. The position will be remote, primarily working from home, however some international travel may be necessary.

Specifically, the Startup Event Manager will do the following:

• Provide end to end support for a list of predetermined 1st and 3rd party events. Event sizes can range from 10-100,000+
• Establish Rhythm of Business (RoB) and process around event planning
• Create and send event communications (T minus emails, newsletters etc)
• Speaker & content coordination
• Lead customer "know before you go" meetings
• Ensure onsite event operations are executed seamlessly
• Manage ongoing communications with core internal and external partners, show organizers, vendors, and internal cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-budget, and aligned execution
• Create and manage comprehensive workback schedules that include clear R&Rs with deadlines
• Support booth design in some cases
• Coordinate exclusive customer events including workshops, roundtables, dinners, and receptions
• Track event ROI and provide reporting
• Digital event management and webinar support

Requirements

• 5+ years of event coordination or management experience working with cross-functional teams
• Experience coordinating programs
• Previous experience working at Microsoft as an FTE or Vendor
• Experience supporting first and third-party events
• Experience running virtual webinars and/or virtual event series
• Proficient in Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint & Loop
• Ability to create and update .OFT templates for outlook
• Exceptional cross-group collaboration skills and proactive communicator.
• Ability to work independently across organizations & interface with global team members
• Experience leading workstreams with multiple stakeholders
• Experience planning, organizing, and executing multiple workstreams with different cadences and stakeholders

Compensation Range: $100,000 - 120,000 annually

This pay range is Client-specific for the opening advertised. The identity of the Client will be disclosed if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Benefits

• 75% of employee-only Medical & Dental coverage
• Vision - opt-in available
• 401k
• PTO
• Laptop
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D coverage
• Short-term Disability, Accident, Cancer/Critical Illness, Pet insurance - opt in available

This is a contract role with our tech client that goes through June 2026 with potential to extend