Senior Manager, Employee Experience

Applecart•New York, NY

1d•$120,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Applecart is seeking a Senior Manager, Employee Experience for their NYC Office. This role is responsible for managing how Applecart employees come together, shaping how the team connects, collaborates, and builds community. The individual will own the end-to-end execution of employee experience programs, from company off-site events to happy hours and department gatherings. Additionally, they will ensure core People & Culture initiatives run smoothly day-to-day, with every touchpoint being intentional and thoughtful.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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.