Business Program Manager

Overview

Placement Type:

Temporary

Salary:

$62-67 Hourly

up to $67.00/hr

Start Date:

Aug 7, 2026

A global leader in its industry, this organization is at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future and delivering cutting-edge solutions that impact millions worldwide. They are committed to operational excellence and strategic growth.

Are you a highly organized and strategic individual passionate about enabling executive leadership to operate at peak efficiency? We are seeking a dynamic Program Manager to join a pivotal team that forms the operational backbone for senior leadership. In this role, you will be instrumental in driving critical business rhythms, strategic initiatives, and cross-functional execution, directly contributing to the organization's success and strategic direction. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, influencing strategic roadmaps and ensuring seamless operational flow. Your work will directly support high-level decision-making and the execution of key organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and drive efficiency within the organization's rhythm of business (ROB).
• Partner with leadership teams to develop strategic roadmaps and track progress against key initiatives.
• Manage and support the rhythm of business for leadership teams, including staff meetings and all-hands events.
• Drive business planning, objective key results (OKRs), key performance indicators (KPIs), and strategic initiatives.
• Own organizational communications, including content generation for newsletters and staff meetings.
• Drive OKR development, tracking, and management across the organization.
• Manage cross-team projects and ad hoc business initiatives as needed to meet evolving business needs.
• Engage in and execute aspects of projects/programs for larger areas, including strategic efforts that require hands-on experience across multiple disciplines.
• Support recognition and awards programs, including stakeholder coordination and project management.
• Provide operational support to multiple leadership team members as business needs evolve.

Qualifications

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• More than 12 months of professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, quickly shifting context.
• Strong initiative and a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to manage sensitive information responsibly.
• Comprehensive background check required.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Master's degree is preferred.
• Experience supporting leadership or executive offices.
• Proven ownership of rhythm of business cadences, planning processes, and organizational operations.
• Strong project/program management skills.
• Executive-level communication skills.
• Experience working across multiple stakeholders and teams.

About Aquent

Aquent 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.