🚀 We're Hiring: Conference Programmer (US Remote or NYC/Philly Hybrid)
💰 $90-100k base | 🕘 Mon-Fri, 9-5 | ✈️ Regular U.S. travel
📍 Remote OR 3 days/week in NYC or Philadelphia office
We're partnering with a fast-growing, research-driven events company in the financial, legal & real estate space-part of a major global media group and scaling fast. They produce high-impact conferences, networking events and membership programs, including a 6,000-attendee flagship event in New York.
Now they're searching for a Conference Programmer who can shape compelling agendas, secure senior-level speakers, and build content that truly moves markets.
🔥 What You'll Do
🎤 Lead agenda research & development across a growing event portfolio
🤝 Secure C-level speakers and manage relationships with industry leaders
🧠 Identify emerging trends and translate them into high-value sessions
📈 Support commercial goals, contribute to budgets & collaborate with sales
🎯 Ensure the right mix of buy-side/sell-side attendees (VIP outreach included)
🗂️ Drive cross-functional timelines & contribute ideas for new launches
🎪 Travel across the U.S. to run onsite content delivery
⭐ What We're Looking For
3-5+ years in conference programming or editorial
Experience building strong agendas & recruiting senior speakers
Excellent research, writing, communication & project management skills
Comfortable in fast-paced environments and confident taking ownership
Tools you know (or can learn quickly): HubSpot, Bizzabo, Slido, Canva, MS Office, Zoom/Teams
Industry background in finance, legal or real estate = bonus (not required!)
🎁 Why This Role?
Join a respected, PE-backed events group scaling at speed
Influence top-tier programs with 300-400 speakers annually
Be part of a brand with major U.S. presence + global backing
Shape flagship events with thousands of attendees
📩 Ready to apply or want to learn more? Reach out and let's chat!