Manager, Project Management, Tech Events

Center 1 (19052), United States of America, McLean, VirginiaManager, Project Management, Tech Events

At Capital One, we’re building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking.

We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding.

Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results.

We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams.

Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.

About the Role :

The Tech Events team within Corporate Communications is looking for an energetic, creative and results-driven professional with experience in driving integrated, multi-dimensional, external-facing engagements at leading tech conferences.

This role will support the sponsorship strategy for AI, Data, and Cloud events to build Capital One’s reputation as a leading technology company.

This position requires strong project management skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated experience and expertise in managing cross-functional teams and a solid understanding of the latest trends in event production, sponsorships, and reputation building.

Job Responsibilities :

Exhibit deep understanding of the target audiences

Work closely and engage with Accountable Executives across Tech and Enterprise teams to build trusted relationships

Identify themes, topics and content that will resonate with target audiences and meet strategic business objectives, with specific focus on AI, Data, and Cloud imperatives

Leverage data and insights to inform narratives and influence innovative and well-managed programming

Drive the development and execution of event strategies

Contribute to the overall event strategy and roadmap and work closely with key leaders to develop strategic portfolios for AI, Data, and Cloud events

Develop program and project plans for events, creating workstreams and deliverables for key stakeholders and partners

Manage multiple workstreams during all event stages to ensure flawless execution

Draft and lead the development of effective communications materials to include strategic plans, project status updates, and other communications documents for various audiences

Embrace research, measurement and analytical thinking as a means to drive Impact

Ensure all work is executed through a lens of strategic impact and measurement, leveraging the latest tools and technology to showcase how our work is driving business outcomes and brand awareness

Explore new and different ways of storytelling through event activations and sponsorships

Support Capital One enterprise communications

Connect the dots across Tech Events and the broader Corporate Communications team to drive efficiencies and create value for our business partners

Collaborate with enterprise communications team to ensure a consistent focus and narrative

The successful candidate will demonstrate :

Proven ability to work effectively with multiple constituents, including peers and executives, bringing simplicity to complex subject matters

Creative, integrative problem-solving and structured thinking

Proven track record leading cross-functional projects in a matrixed environment

Experience and passion for driving associate learning and engagement efforts within an organization

Self-motivated with strong organizational skills, analytical talent and attention to detail

Excellent presentation and influence skills

Basic Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree or military experience

At least 5 years of project management experience

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience planning / managing meaningful event sponsorships that drive attendee engagement with a focus on content development, production logistics, and impact assessment

Deep understanding and expertise in event management with a focus on achieving measurable results based on business intent / objectives

Experience working, partnering with and influencing multiple constituents and stakeholders (internal and external), including senior executives

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting.

Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

New York City (Hybrid On-Site) : $147,800 - $168,700 for Manager, Project Management