Program Manager

Skill; California (MO); On-site; USD 106,000 - 119,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan subsidy

Vision and dental

Paid sick leave

Retirement match

Free online training

Job summary

Aquent Talent is seeking a detail-oriented QA/PM/Event Manager to join a leading global technology company, shaping large-scale event planning processes and ensuring top-quality execution for global programs.

The role emphasizes auditing event plans, coaching teams, analyzing trends, and developing standards and trainings, with strong communication and independent work in a remote, globally distributed environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Quality Assurance or Project and Event Management role.
• Deep understanding of Event Management best practices for large organizations, balancing customer experience with risk mitigation.
• Impeccable attention to detail and keen eye for missed information and potential issues.
• Strong analytical skills to identify trends and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to articulate complex concepts and provide feedback.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently in a remote setting while collaborating with a global team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily audits of event plans from local operations teams, ensuring compliance with standards and proper system setup.
• Document gaps and refine plans to be fully event-ready, providing coaching to improve team performance.
• Analyze planning trends to identify need for new standards or processes and advise leadership on improvements.
• Contribute to development and refinement of large event program standards, training materials, and best practices.
• Prepare regular reports on event quality performance and track progress against improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Event Management

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, operations, event management/hospitality, or quality

Job description

Overview

• Placement Type: Temporary
• Salary: $77.10-86.10 Hourly
• Start Date: Sep 7, 2026

Aquent is partnering with a leading global technology company dedicated to fostering innovation and connecting communities worldwide. We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and analytical professional to join their dynamic team, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the flawless execution of large-scale events. This is an incredible opportunity to make a significant impact by upholding the highest quality standards for event planning processes, directly influencing the success of numerous initiatives, and contributing to exceptional experiences for participants globally.

Are you a meticulous individual with a passion for ensuring seamless operations and excellence in event management? We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our team and become an integral part of maintaining the integrity and compliance of our event planning. In this critical position, you will not only identify areas for improvement but also drive the evolution of our event planning methodologies, making a tangible impact on our global operations and enhancing the overall quality of our offerings. Your expertise will be key to elevating our standards and fostering continuous improvement.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct daily audits of event plans from local operations teams, meticulously ensuring compliance with established standards, proper system setup, and comprehensive inclusion of all stakeholder and external party details.
• Document areas requiring additional detail to meet standards or external stakeholder needs, refining plans to be fully event-ready, and providing constructive coaching and feedback to enhance team performance.
• Analyze trends in planning gaps (e.g., logistical challenges despite prior planning) to identify the need for new standards or processes, and provide strategic recommendations to leadership on current process improvements.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of large event program standards, training materials, and best practices, shaping the future of event quality.
• Prepare regular reports on event quality performance, delivering key insights and tracking progress against improvement initiatives.

  What You'll Bring:

  • 3+ years of experience in a Quality Assurance or Project and Event Management role.
  • A deep understanding of Event Management best practices, particularly for large organizations, balancing customer experience with robust risk mitigation.
  • Impeccable attention to detail, with a keen eye for identifying missed information and potential issues.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify trends, extract actionable insights from data, and translate findings into practical recommendations.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly articulate complex concepts and provide constructive feedback.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently in a remote setting, while maintaining strong collaboration within a global team.

  Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, operations, event management/hospitality, or quality.

  About Aquent Talent:

  Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

  Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

  Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.