Principal Coordinator, Students & Grads Event Operations

Principal Coordinator, Students & Grads Event Operations

We are looking for an exceptional Event Coordinator to support the planning, logistics and execution of Students & Grads University Events. You will be responsible for carrying out event planning, execution and logistics while collaborating with University Leads. Additionally, you will play a critical role in helping the team be well-managed throughout an exciting and fast paced recruiting season. If you are excited about finding great talent and building engaging experiences, you may be a fit for this team!

In this role you will:

• Be hyper-focused on providing an exceptional candidate experience with each and every event we host virtually and on campus.
• Be keenly aware of the details and be able to communicate those specifics out to others through verbal and written communications.
• Work closely with University Events leads and recruiters to ensure a cohesive candidate experience throughout the full candidate journey.
• Be detail-oriented and able to apply big picture thinking to local execution.
• Be expected to travel up to 25-50% of the time during the peak season to support in person events.

Here's what you'll need to be successful:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative, team player attitude with the ability to communicate and collaborate across the organization
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to identify and prioritize a high volume of work in ambiguous contexts
• A caring teammate, who is a hands-on partner and collaborator
• Someone who thrives in a high-energy, fast-paced, ever-changing environment and has solid time management and prioritization skills

Basic Qualifications:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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
• Experience supporting diversity and inclusion efforts

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

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

McLean, VA: $62,500 - $71,300 for Principal HR Coordinator

Richmond, VA: $56,800 - $64,800 for Principal HR Coordinator

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

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, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

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Client-provided location(s): Richmond, VA, McLean, VA

Job ID: capital-R215745

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-07-27T12:00:20