Capital One
Senior Associate, Project Manager (Social Innovation - Auto)
$88K–$100K
Plano, TX · Manager · Full-time · Posted Sep 29, 2026
- Experience
- At least 4 years in project or process management. Preferred: 4+ years managing high-profile events and 2+ years managing accelerator programs or startup grant portfolios.
- Education
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
- Visa sponsorship
- Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
About the job
Leads community-focused accelerator programs, grants, partnerships, and events that advance small businesses and socioeconomic mobility.
What you'll do
- Design and run small-business accelerator cohorts, including curriculum, applications, selection, and program improvement.
- Manage strategic grant portfolios and build relationships with founders, community organizations, businesses, nonprofits, and government officials.
- Plan and deliver community events, coordinate stakeholders, and represent Capital One through networking and public speaking.
What they ask for
- At least 4 years of experience in project or process management.
- Demonstrated ability to define product vision, manage strategic roadmaps, and apply user-centric design while delivering scalable educational or digital learning products.
- Experience developing and overseeing strategic grant portfolios, tracking impact metrics, and building relationships across corporate, nonprofit, and civic organizations.
- Experience directing end-to-end event logistics, curating content, managing executive speakers, and delivering large-scale events or convenings.
Nice to have
- 4+ years managing high-profile corporate events and large-scale community convenings; 2+ years managing business accelerator programs or startup grant portfolios.
- Bachelor's Degree or military experience; PMP, Lean, Agile, or Six Sigma certification.
Pay
Plano, TX: $87,700 - $100,100 USD base salary
Tools
Google Workspace, Generative AI
AI focus
Use Generative AI tools to streamline workflows and manage competing priorities.
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