Equity/Share Plans Specialist

Centalion; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Centalion is seeking an Equity Specialist to support governance and administration of global employee share plans, with emphasis on the Americas. You will collaborate with local HR and global Reward teams to ensure compliant, efficient equity operations across regions.

The role involves data validation, reporting, and stakeholder guidance, with opportunities to improve processes and controls in a dynamic, international environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in share plan administration.
• Experience with global mobility, taxation, or related areas is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of share plan administration, governance and compliance.
• Knowledge of tax, payroll, legal and regulatory requirements relating to share plans, particularly in the Americas.
• Experience working with local HR teams and global stakeholders in an international environment.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end administration of global employee share plans across regions.
• Serve as a point of contact for the Americas on market practices, taxation and payroll.
• Collaborate with HR, Reward, Payroll, Tax, Finance, Legal and external providers.
• Manage equity transactions, data validation, reconciliations and reporting.
• Respond to queries on equity plans, vesting events, taxes.
• Support communications and education on share plans.
• Identify opportunities to enhance processes and controls.
• Collaborate with the Share Plans Manager for consistency.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources or related field

Job description

Job Title

Equity Specialist

Job Description

We are looking for an Equity Specialist to support the administration and governance of our global employee share plans, with a particular focus on the Americas. Working closely with our Share Plans Manager, local HR teams and the global Reward team, you will ensure the accurate, compliant and efficient administration of equity programs across all regions. You will act as a key point of contact for local Heads of HR, Traders and senior management, providing guidance and support on share plan matters while contributing to the continuous improvement of our global equity programs.

Main Responsibilities

Global Share Plans Administration

• Support the end-to-end administration of global employee share plans, ensuring accurate, compliant and efficient operations across all regions.
• Serve as a key point of contact for the Americas, providing guidance on local market practices, taxation, payroll requirements and regulatory considerations.
• Partner with local HR teams, the global Reward team, Payroll, Tax, Finance, Legal and external share plan providers.
• Manage equity transactions, data validation, reconciliations, reporting and operational controls.
• Respond to employee and stakeholder queries related to equity plans, vesting events, taxation and transactions.
• Support communications and employee education initiatives related to share plans.
• Identify opportunities to enhance processes, strengthen controls and improve operational efficiency.
• Work closely with the Share Plans Manager to ensure consistent administration of share plans across jurisdictions.

Share Plans Governance

• Support the review, design and enhancement of global employee share plans.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure alignment with market practices.
• Assess the financial, tax, accounting and employee impact of plan changes.
• Prepare analysis and recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Support compliance with legal, regulatory, tax and governance requirements, particularly across the Americas.

Other

• As part of the broader global Reward team, contribute to Reward projects and provide support locally on compensation matters.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in share plan administration. Previous experience in global mobility, taxation, or related areas would be considered a strong advantage.
• Strong understanding of share plan administration, governance and compliance.
• Knowledge of tax, payroll, legal and regulatory requirements relating to share plans, particularly in the Americas.
• Experience working with local HR teams and global stakeholders in an international environment.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively and independently, while collaborating with both local and global stakeholders.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-facing mindset, with the ability to interact with local Heads of HR, Traders and senior management.
• Hands-on, proactive and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small, dynamic team.
• High levels of integrity and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong problem-solving and research skills.
• Team player with a positive and entrepreneurial attitude.

Our people make all the difference in our success.