Program Manager - Programs

Our client is looking for a Program Manager, Employee Programs to join their team! This is a 9 month long, full‑time (40 hrs/week), remote, contract role based out of California.

• Lead the strategic design and execution of global benefits and mobility initiatives, driving cross‑functional alignment and ensuring programs scale effectively across regions and business units.
• Serve as a connective force across Compensation, Talent, and regional teams—bringing clarity, structure, and first‑principles thinking to complex, high‑visibility initiatives.
• Own end‑to‑end program management for critical employee programs, from roadmap development and stakeholder alignment to implementation, measurement, and continuous optimization.
• Oversee operational excellence across the Employee Programs function, including OpEx planning, resource prioritization, and governance of key Talent Technology initiatives.
• Partner with senior leadership to shape the strategic narrative and cadence for team offsites, leadership forums, and enterprise‑wide communications, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals.
• Establish measurable frameworks to evaluate program effectiveness, leveraging data insights to inform decision‑making and enhance the employee experience.
• Champion inclusive, user‑centered program design by identifying opportunities for innovation and driving enhancements that elevate both impact and employee engagement globally.

• 6‑10 years of progressive experience leading global Talent, benefits, or mobility programs at scale, ideally within a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment; experience with Workday or comparable HRIS platforms strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success operating within matrixed organizations, with expertise in program management, change management, and cross‑functional stakeholder leadership.
• Strong analytical acumen with the ability to translate data, trends, and insights into clear strategic recommendations and compelling executive‑level storytelling.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and prioritization skills, with comfort navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in evolving environments; experience in technology or entertainment industries and proficiency with tools such as Asana or similar platforms is a plus.

The pay for this W‑2 position is $120.00 per hour. This position may be eligible for PTO, health and dental insurance, and/or 401(k) benefits upon meeting certain length of service and hours requirements.

Mathys+Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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