Program Manager

Level: Program Manager, Executive Engagement (8–10+ years experience)

Location: Burlingame, CA (Hybrid, 3+ days onsite expected)

Duration: ~8 month contract, potential to extend

Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview
This role focuses on designing and delivering high‑touch executive engagement programs for C‑suite and high‑level leaders. The Program Manager will translate complex product and technology concepts into business-relevant insights and lead strategic customer interactions end‑to‑end.

Key Responsibilities

Develop detailed project plans and manage execution across multiple stakeholders.

Coordinate cross‑functional teams to deliver integrated programs and initiatives.

Analyze resource needs, timelines, and feasibility of projects.

Design and deliver high‑impact executive briefings aligned to customer goals.

Lead stakeholder alignment on agendas, content, and expected outcomes.

Facilitate executive‑level discussions that drive business decisions.

Engage executives, sales teams, and cross‑functional partners.

Serve as a trusted advisor balancing internal priorities with customer needs.

Present proposals, findings and recommendations to leadership.

Partner with product, marketing, and technical teams to align messaging and experiences.

Coordinate with internal subject‑matter experts and speakers.

Ensure alignment across distributed teams.

Conduct post‑engagement retrospectives and gather stakeholder feedback.

Translate insights into actionable recommendations.

Improve processes, templates and program playbooks.

Review contracts, cost estimates and project specifications.

Manage timelines, deliverables and success metrics.

Required Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Executive presence with ability to influence stakeholders

Exceptional problem‑solving and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects independently

Strong leadership and mentoring skills

Knowledge of business operations, strategic planning and resource allocation

Proficiency with tools (MS Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)

Minimum Qualifications

8+ years of experience in program management, executive engagement or strategic customer programs

Experience working with C‑suite stakeholders and high‑level leadership

Strong cross‑functional collaboration experience

Proven ability to manage complex, ambiguous projects

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in:

Executive briefing programs or high‑touch client engagements

Professional services, consulting or customer experience

Emerging technologies (e.g., AI, wearables, AR/VR)

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing or related field

Multilingual capabilities (nice‑to‑have)

Candidate Requirements
Must‑Haves

High‑level experience working with executive stakeholders

8+ years of relevant experience

Strong program management and stakeholder engagement skills

Nice‑to‑Haves

Direct experience with executive engagement programs

Experience in large, complex organizations

Exposure to go‑to‑market and sales alignment

Benefits & Compensation
Pay range: $50.00 – $100.00/hr

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long‑term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

EEO and Fair Chance
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with records. History may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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