Director, Equity Programs

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Director, Equity Programs - This position can be based either in our San Diego, CA or Minnetonka, MN location.

Welcome to an inspired career.

At Halozyme, we are reinventing the patient experience and building the future of drug delivery. We are passionate about the important work we do and constantly strive to do more. We embrace transformation and work hard to innovate for the future. We do this together, as One Team – we rise by lifting others up and believe in the power of working together for the collective win. That’s why we need you—to help us make a significant impact by taking on increasingly complex challenges, leaping beyond the status quo, advancing our mission and making our One Team culture thrive.

Join us as a Director, Equity Programs, and you’ll be part of a culture that welcomes diversity, thinks differently to solve problems, works collaboratively as one team, and delivers meaningful innovations that impact people’s lives.

How you will make an impact

The Director, Equity Programs leads the strategic design and operational execution of Halozyme’s equity compensation programs. They will drive innovation, implement scalable processes, and deliver best-in-class equity program solutions. As a subject matter expert, the role will provide credible counsel to C-suite and senior leaders and partner closely with Finance, Legal, Human Resources and external advisors.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Design and execute equity compensation strategies that align with and support the company’s business strategy and objectives. 

• Oversee equity compensation planning and administration including stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), performance stock units (PSUs) and other equity-based awards.   

• Oversee the administration of equity programs and supporting systems, including the outsourced stock administration provider, vesting events, regulatory reporting (e.g., Forms 3 and 4), and 10b5-1 plan management. 

• Conduct regular market analyses and benchmarking to ensure competitiveness of equity programs and practices. 

• Prepare and deliver high-quality materials for the CEO, CFO, CHRO, and the Compensation Committee.

• Responsible for Board of Director Deferred Compensation Program. 

• Oversee the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

• Support the drafting of the CD&A, executive compensation tables, and related proxy disclosures in collaboration with Legal, HR, Finance, and external advisors.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to equity compensation and stock plan administration and maintain governance over equity compensation policies and practices.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field with at least 15 years of experience in stock plan administration (of which at least 5 years in a public company environment overseeing equity compensation). An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

• Strong knowledge of equity compensation regulations (e.g., SEC, IRS), ASC 718, and experience with E*TRADE stock plan platforms preferred.

• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) preferred.

• Must have proven experience analyzing and preparing materials and presenting them to the executive team.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to craft and deliver impactful presentations, employee communications and program materials.

In return, we offer you:

• Full and comprehensive benefit program, including an Employee Stock Purchase Program and 401(k) matching.

• Opportunities to grow in a culture that prioritizes learning, development and progression through in-house programs and tuition reimbursement.

• A collaborative, innovative team that works as one to amplify your impact—on your career, the work you do and patients’ lives.

The most likely base pay range for this position is $165K - $231K per year. Several factors, such as experience, tenure, skills, and particular business needs, will determine an individual’s exact level of compensation. Base salary is only one element of employee compensation at Halozyme. Total compensation could include bonuses, sales incentives, and equity awards.

Halozyme, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations:
Halozyme is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our application process. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, contact Human Resources at [email protected].

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