We are hiring a
Senior Manager, Employee Experience in our NYC Office.
About the RoleYou will be responsible for managing how Applecart employees come together. You will shape how our team connects, collaborates, and builds community. You'll own the end-to-end execution of our employee experience programs, from high-impact company off-site events to happy hours and department gatherings. Beyond events, you'll keep our core People & Culture initiatives moving seamlessly day-to-day, ensuring every touchpoint lands on time and feels intentional and thoughtful.
What You'll Do- Lead planning and execution of in-office events and experiences, including recurring programs (ie: Team Events, Happy Hours, etc.), team gatherings, and culture moments.
- Lead and organize monthly off-site experiences, such as attending sporting events, Broadway shows, and other engaging initiatives.
- Partner with department leads on planning their own team events, including sourcing, budget guidance, and acting as a sounding board for the agenda and logistics.
- Track spend in real time against event budgets and reconcile with the Finance team.
- Manage logistics, communications, and scheduling for company-wide initiatives.
- Own recognition and swag fulfillment end-to-end.
- Gather post-event feedback and actionable data through surveys and team check-ins to continuously iterate and elevate future programs.
- Develop clear narratives and recommendations that help leaders move from data to action.
- Build and refine processes that hold up as the company grows.
Experiences and Capabilities You Bring- 6+ years in event program management, employee experience, or a related operations role
- A proactive, 'no task too small' mindset
- Experience working in a high-growth startup, scaleup, or similar environment
- Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and ambiguous environment
- Impeccable attention to detail; superior organizational and project management skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and maintain strong internal working relationships
This is a hybrid role. Work from home on Monday and Friday and in Applecart's New York City office Tuesday through Thursday. CompensationOur compensation package consists of three components: (i) a base salary, (ii) annual cash bonus, and (iii) generous equity compensation.
The base salary range for this role is between $120,000 - $135,000, based on the candidate's experience and skills relative to the requirements listed above. The salary range provided is exclusive of discretionary annual cash bonus and equity compensation. The salary range provided for this role is specific to candidates located in the New York City area.
