Head of Global Equity Administration

Role Overview

• Establish and lead the stock administration function, including policies, processes, controls, and systems
• Lead the transition from an existing legacy equity platform to a scalable, public-company-ready equity administration system, including vendor selection, data migration, testing, and go-live
• Own cap table integrity and equity data accuracy throughout the platform transition and beyond
• Design, implement, and manage global equity compensation programs (e.g., stock options, RSUs, public-company, ESPP readiness)
• Oversee the full equity lifecycle: grants, vesting, exercises, cancellations, terminations, modifications, and settlements
• Partner with Finance and Legal to support public-company readiness, including disclosures, governance, internal controls, and audit requirements
• Ensure accurate and timely equity accounting in accordance with ASC 718 and public-company standards
• Oversee 409A valuation processes and ensure ongoing compliance
• Manage relationships with external vendors, including equity platforms, valuation firms, tax advisors, and external auditors
• Partner closely with People, Benefits & Compensation, and Recruiting to ensure equity programs are clearly communicated and well understood
• Prepare equity processes and systems to be SOX-ready and scalable for a public-company environment
• Leverage automation, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools to improve data validation, reconciliation, reporting, and operational efficiency
• Apply sound judgment around the use of AI in equity administration, with a focus on data integrity, security, explainability, and appropriate controls

Requirements

• 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 from a legacy equity platform to a modern, public-company-ready equity system
• Direct experience supporting IPO readiness and/or operating as a public company
• Deep knowledge of equity compensation plans, cap table management, and related tax and regulatory requirements
• Strong understanding of equity accounting (ASC 718) and internal control frameworks
• Experience administering equity programs across multiple countries and jurisdictions
• Demonstrated ability or strong mindset toward using AI, automation, and advanced tooling to improve accuracy, efficiency, and insight in equity operations
• High attention to detail combined with the ability to manage complex projects and timelines
• Clear, confident communicator who can explain equity concepts to employees, executives, and the Board
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-moving, less-structured environment.

Benefits

• 100% Remote, Global Culture
• As a remote-only company, we bring together talent from around the world, united by a culture of collaboration and shared purpose.
• Scaling Organization – Tackle meaningful work in a high-growth, ever-evolving environment.
• Transparent Communication – Expect open decision-making and regular company-wide updates.
• Innovation-Driven – Autonomy and support to ship great work and try new things.
• Open Source Roots – Built on community-driven values that shape how we work.
• Empowered Teams – High trust, low ego culture that values outcomes over optics.
• Career Growth Pathways – Defined opportunities to grow and develop your career.
• Approachable Leadership – Transparent execs who are involved, visible, and human.
• Passionate People – Join a team of smart, supportive folks who care deeply about what they do.
• In-Person onboarding
• We want you to thrive from day 1 with your fellow new ‘Grafanistas’ to learn all about what we do and how we do it.
• Balance is Key
• We operate a global annual leave policy of 30 days per annum. 3 days of your annual leave entitlement are reserved for Grafana Shutdown Days to allow the team to really disconnect.