Event Program Manager

Why UKG: At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That’s what we do. We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you’ll get flexibility that’s real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters—and so do you. About The Role The Event Program Manager will manage corporate events and execution across trade shows, conferences, and internal events at UKG. The position requires managing comprehensive event lifecycles, from planning through post-event analysis, while collaborating with cross-functional teams on marketing, content, and vendor relationships. Duties and Responsibilities Manage the execution of corporate events to amplify our brand story and image at trade shows, internal events, user conferences, and brand activations. This includes lead and support roles for all corporate events. Manage to event strategy and execution from conception to completion, including planning, venue selection, lead management, and on‑site delivery. Manage to event goals and budgets while tracking ROI, engagement metrics, and feedback to drive continuous improvement. Build and manage relationships with external partners and vendors, including contract negotiation to secure optimal terms. Partner with cross‑functional internal teams to create targeted event agendas, campaigns, and content that meet engagement objectives. Develop and deliver event enablement, including pre‑event briefings, on‑site guidance, post‑event follow‑up, and retrospective analyses. Solicit speaking sessions for all relevant corporate conferences and industry trade shows. Basic Qualifications Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in high‑growth organizations. Demonstrated expertise managing large‑scale owned and sponsored programs. Proficiency in event management platforms and registration systems. Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time. Preferred Qualifications Experience within the technology sector. Proven ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines with minimal supervision. Exceptional capacity to perform effectively under pressure while handling multiple projects, tight deadlines, and unexpected complexities. Outstanding written communication skills with the ability to work asynchronously and collaborate across multiple teams. Demonstrated experience interacting effectively with executive and senior management teams. Exemplary project management and decision‑making capabilities. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Company Overview: UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people‑first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry — because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. View The EEO Know Your Rights poster ( UKG participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters here ( . It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io . The pay range for this position is $71,900 to $103,350. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job‑related knowledge and work location. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible to participate in a performance‑based bonus plan and to receive restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. 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