Special Events Manager

Internal Events & Talent Program Manager Palantir builds the world's leading software for data‑driven decisions and operations. We’re looking for an Internal Events & Talent Program Manager to join a cross‑functional team responsible for programs, experiences, and operations that support our people and culture. The core of this role is building community: designing and executing events and programming that connect Palantirians with our mission and values, both in office and across the globe. The manager will own end‑to‑end delivery of internal events, from intimate gatherings to large‑scale company‑wide programming. Working alongside other Talent Program Managers, the role supports new‑hire onboarding, employer branding, and external events, providing operational backbone on key initiatives, improving processes to scale reach, tracking projects, removing roadblocks, and anticipating needs. We’re seeking someone who thrives in fixing problems and building structure where none exists, considers how people experience a room or milestone, and embraces the best idea regardless of source, navigating ambiguity and picking up new skills as priorities shift. Core Responsibilities Primary operational owner of global internal events, from vision‑setting and budget allocation to vendor management and on‑the‑ground execution. Design events and programming that build genuine community and connection across people, reinforcing Palantir’s mission and values. Contribute to a wide range of operational workflows across the People Experience team, including affinity and interest group programming, swag management, and ad‑hoc projects. Occasional facilitation of new‑hire and intern onboarding. Work directly with external vendors and internal teams (Finance, Recruiting, Legal, Physical Security, and others) to manage the full lifecycle of event logistics. Identify and onboard new vendors and tools to expand the team’s capabilities and scale reach. What We Value Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills, anticipates challenges, manages competing priorities, and makes sound tradeoffs in a fast‑moving environment. A creative approach to project management built around lightweight frameworks, rapid iteration, and low‑overhead communication that keeps partnering teams informed. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating across functions, both internal and external. Strong attention to detail and a habit of maintaining accurate records, tracking project metrics, and surfacing the right information to stakeholders at the right time. What We Require 2+ years experience in an operational role, preferably in a fast‑paced or dynamic environment. Ability and willingness to be onsite 4‑5 days per week when facilitating new‑hire onboarding or executing internal events. Ability and willingness to travel between global offices, up to 25% of the time. Salary The salary range for this position is estimated to be $75,000–$103,000 per year. Total compensation may also include restricted stock units, sign‑on bonus, and other potential future incentives. The estimate excludes the value of any sign‑on bonus, benefits offered, and the potential future value of any long‑term incentives. Benefits Medical, dental, vision insurance and voluntary life insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance automatically covered by Palantir. Commuter benefits. Paid time off that can be taken as needed, not accrual‑based. Two weeks of paid time off built into the end of each year (subject to team and business needs). Ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Supportive leave of absence program, including time off for military service and medical events. Paid leave for new parents and subsidized back‑up care for all parents. Fertility and family building benefits—including adoption, surrogacy, and preservation. Stipend to help with expenses that come with a new child. Eligibility to enroll in Palantir’s 401(k) plan. Equal Opportunity Employer Palantir is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all, including but not limited to Veterans and those with disabilities. We are committed to making the application and hiring process accessible to everyone and will provide a reasonable accommodation for those living with a disability. If you need an accommodation for the application or hiring process, please reach out and let us know how we can help. If you would like to understand more about how your personal data will be processed by Palantir, please see our Privacy Policy. Please note that you will never be asked to submit a payment or share financial information to participate in our interview process. If you suspect that you’ve been contacted by a scammer, we recommend you cease all communication with the individual and consider reporting them to the relevant authorities, such as the US FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). #J-18808-Ljbffr