Head of Equity Administration

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Head of Global Equity Administration to establish and lead its equity administration function.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the stock administration function, including policies, processes, controls, and systems
• Lead the transition from a legacy equity platform to a scalable, public-company-ready equity administration system
• Design, implement, and manage global equity compensation programs and oversee the full equity lifecycle

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in stock administration, equity compensation, or related roles
• Proven experience building and scaling an equity administration function in a high-growth company
• Hands-on experience leading a transition to a modern, public-company-ready equity system
• Deep knowledge of equity compensation plans and related tax and regulatory requirements
• Strong understanding of equity accounting (ASC 718) and internal control frameworks