Hybrid Director, Equity Compensation – Administration

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About the role

  • Director of Equity Compensation providing strategic and operational leadership for global equity programs at Wella Company. Ensuring compliance and scalable governance across an international workforce while partnering with various departments.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership for the company’s global equity programs
  • Own the design, governance, administration, and scalability of equity compensation across a growing, international workforce
  • Ensure equity programs are compliant, auditable, and operationally sound while supporting business growth
  • Partner closely with Total Rewards, Legal, Finance, Accounting, HR, and external advisors to establish global standards and strengthen internal controls
  • Serve as the primary internal authority on equity administration
  • Oversee all equity lifecycle events, including grants, vesting, releases, exercises, cancellations, expirations, and modifications
  • Lead financial reporting, controls, and compliance activities relating to equity compensation
  • Own the equity administration technology roadmap; act as product owner for equity platforms and related tools

Requirements

  • 12+ years of progressive experience in equity compensation and administration
  • Deep expertise in global equity plans, plan documents, and equity instruments across private and public-company environments
  • Experience implementing equity systems and scalable processes
  • Strong understanding of ASC 718, SOX, SEC rules, Section 16, Rule 144, and 409A
  • Demonstrated experience building governance frameworks, internal controls, and audit-ready processes
  • Proven ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on in a high-growth, fast-paced environment
  • Advanced proficiency with industry-standard equity platforms (e.g., Global Shares, Shareworks, Fidelity, Morgan Stanley)
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to influence cross-functional and senior stakeholders
  • Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment
  • Certified Equity Professional (CEP) strongly preferred

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO)

Job title

Director, Equity Compensation – Administration

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$182,700 - $230,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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