Director, Global Equity Management

WHAT YOU'LL DO

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Director, Global Equity Management, to optimize our global equity programs. The successful candidate will possess public company experience with a strong background in international equity management and be willing to navigate the complexities of multinational taxation and regulatory compliance. This role requires expertise in daily administrative operations and broad knowledge of stock-based compensation and public company disclosures (Proxy, Forms 3, 4, and 5 filings). 

The Director, Global Equity Management, is a leadership role with high visibility across the organization. The role will be a part of the Finance team and will report directly to the lead of SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting. The Director will own all aspects of the administration of our global equity programs, ensuring a seamless execution of equity-related operations, compliance, and collaboration amongst cross-functional teams. 

Responsibilities:

Equity Administration & Compliance:

• Maintain and strengthen effective and efficient processes for equity plan administration (Options, RSUs, PSUs, and ESPP) , including preparation of equity grants, processing vesting, exercises and distributions, tax withholdings, lock up restrictions, expirations, terminations and other plan-related operations. 
• Reconcile monthly equity activity - including shares outstanding, share reserves, cancellations, and share pool balance.
• Provide employee stock-related input to quarter end and annual SEC reporting: Forms 3, 4 and 5 filings; data for 10-Q, 10-K, Proxy Statements and D&O questionnaires.
• Prepare the information for filing of section 16 filings (e.g., Form 4s) for section 16 officers and directors.
• Monitor compliance with relevant domestic and international laws and regulations regarding income and tax withholdings and reporting for stock awards.
• Oversee preparation of equity-related materials for the Board and Compensation Committee meetings.

Operational Excellence:

• Partner with cross-functional departments (e.g., Legal, Payroll, People) to maintain and strengthen processes which ensure the accuracy of all equity data, including all aspects of record-keeping with stock plan database, reporting, reconciliation, and auditing.
• Ensure database integrity, and accuracy of record keeping of employee data and equity data in the stock administration system (E*Trade).
• Ensure and foster a team environment in which procedures are followed to satisfy compliance with SOX and audit requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships with transfer agents, brokers, and other vendors involved in stock plan administration.
• Model share utilization for annual review cycles, new hires, attrition, promotions, M&A activity, etc.

Communication & Education:

• Oversee the development and deployment of Company-wide employee training and communications to assist employees to understand the value of equity, plan terms and mechanics, and cultivate a general understanding.
• Provide an admirable level of service in response to inquiries from employees, management, and others.

People Management & Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing equity administration team.
• Develop talent, foster collaboration, and maintain a culture of operational excellence and employee success.
• Remain informed of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelors Degree in relevant field -  Business Administration, Accounting, Finance.
• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) is preferred.
• 8+ years of advancing experience in equity administration, including at least 3+ years in a public company environment. 
• Sweeping understanding of equity instruments (structure and administration of), applicable reporting and tax regulations, and public company disclosure requirements. 
• Strong expertise in E*Trade platform (preferred) or other equity administration platform.  
• Proven experience in managing employee stock purchase plans and ability to navigate multinational complexities.
• Excellent analytical skills with keen attention to detail and comprehensive problem-solving abilities. 
• Experience with people management and strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels. 
• Willingness to maintain operations while fostering the improvement of end to end operations (i.e., developing both team and processes).

For candidates based in the United States, the pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $195,500 - $212,500/year with an expected On Target Earnings (OTE) between $230,000 - $250,000/year (including bonus or commission). Your exact offer may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to cash compensation, Braze offers full- and part- time employees a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes equity grants of restricted stock (RSUs) so that all Braze employees own a piece of our company.