Principal Coordinator - Students & Grads Programs Operations

Principal Coordinator
- Students & Grads Programs Operations

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- Students & Grads Programs Operations role at Capital One.

Capital One’s Students and Grads team is at the forefront of developing future leaders. This role supports the Students & Grads Program portfolio, which builds Capital One’s pipeline of top talent by delivering programs that fuel business imperatives and impact while developing outstanding associates at the start of their careers. We are a passionate and entrepreneurial team that embraces bold ideas, fosters collaboration, challenges the status quo, and inspires personal growth along the way.

If you are excited about helping others learn and building engaging experiences, you may be a fit for our team.

• Partner with key program stakeholders to help execute signature Students & Grads Program Events (Experience Weeks, Onboarding, Graduation) supporting event and logistics support services (fun events, catering, swag, hotel room blocks, etc.) in accordance with Capital One's support process, standards and systems
• Manage program budgets, which includes tracking, forecasting, and auditing information on a regular basis
• Help manage, identify, and implement process improvements that enhance the associate experience and/or operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance to policies and procedures through monitoring and coaching
• Coordinate ongoing campus hire and internship trainings and communications
• Manage program communications, including drafting and editing information to be distributed through Team calendar, Google Site, mailbox, newsletter and Slack
• Build and own relationships with internal clients, stakeholders, and external vendors
• Maintain upkeep of Google Drives and Google Sites spaces
• Ability to quickly and effectively adapt to change
• Help elevate issues to ensure efficient resolution
• Proven problem solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Ability to embrace new systems and process enhancements
• High degree of professionalism and integrity when interacting with all customer contacts

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
• At least 1 year of experience in corporate event planning or project management
• At least 1 year of experience in Microsoft Office or Google Suite

• Bachelor’s Degree or military experience
• At least 2 years of experience in corporate event planning or project management
• At least 2 years of experience in Microsoft Office or Google Suite
• Experience working in an agile environment

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Salary ranges by location:

• McLean, VA: $62,500 - $71,300 for Principal HR Coordinator
• Richmond, VA: $56,800 - $64,800 for Principal HR Coordinator

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please.

Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries.

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