Senior Manager Global Equity & Reward

Vialto; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Vialto is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Equity & Reward to lead the design, implementation and governance of multinational share plans. You will partner with HR, Finance, Payroll and Tax to deliver compliant, scalable equity solutions for clients worldwide and advise on governance and reward strategy.

Based in London with hybrid working, you will mentor junior team members, contribute to analytics and reporting, and help clients align equity programmes with business objectives while ensuring

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in equity compensation, share plans, executive reward, global mobility tax, or related field.
• Experience managing multi-jurisdictional share plan implementation and compliance programmes.
• Strong project management, client relationship and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with equity administration platforms and payroll/HRIS/finance integrations.
• Professional qualification such as CEP, ACA, ACCA, CTA, ATT, ICAEW, ICAS, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to design and implement processes supporting equity administration, reporting and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Deliver client projects, manage plans, and maintain service quality.
• Oversee governance frameworks, controls and documentation for global equity programmes.
• Advise on the design, implementation and operation of global share plans and executive compensation programmes.
• Mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing environment.
• Develop dashboards and analytics to track participation, costs and market trends.

Skills

Equity compensation

Global implementation

Project management

Client relationship

Stakeholder engagement

Equity platforms

Professional qualifications

Tools

Power BI

Excel

HRIS

Job description

Join the leader in global work. Vialto helps leading organizations identify, develop, and execute their workforce priorities with confidence. Our practice areas include global tax, immigration, rewards, advisory and Vialto private and our team is the gold standard in navigating the complexities of cross-border compliance, and workforce strategies. We look for people our clients and assignees can count on to thoughtfully deliver clear solutions to complex problems.

Global Equity & Reward Senior Manager

About The Role

We're looking for a Senior Manager, Global Equity & Reward to help deliver innovative share plan and reward solutions for multinational clients. In this role, you'll lead projects across the full lifecycle of global equity programmes, supporting design, implementation, governance and compliance, while collaborating with senior stakeholders across HR, Finance, Payroll and Tax.

You’ll be part of a truly global team operating under a hub model, with core professionals based in the UK, US and Australia, supported by in-country specialists across more than 70 jurisdictions. Our structure removes traditional silos, enabling seamless international collaboration, knowledge sharing and client service delivery.

This is an opportunity to combine technical expertise with strategic thinking, helping clients align their equity and reward programmes with business objectives while ensuring compliance, operational effectiveness and a positive employee experience.

How We Work

• Global collaboration: Integrated teams across multiple regions, supported by local country specialists for technical and regulatory expertise.
• One firm, no silos: A collaborative structure that promotes knowledge sharing and cross-border project delivery.
• Hybrid flexibility: Based primarily from our London office with flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Periodic travel: Occasional travel for client meetings, business development activities, training sessions and team events.

What You’ll Do

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance and Tax teams to design and implement processes supporting equity administration, reporting and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver scalable and efficient share plan solutions.

Client Delivery & Relationship Management

• Serve as a trusted advisor and key point of contact for clients, managing project plans, deliverables and service quality.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand service offerings.

Compliance & Risk Oversight

• Support the development of governance frameworks, controls and documentation for global equity programmes.
• Oversee compliance requirements, including annual reporting obligations and cross-border regulatory considerations.

Equity Programme Management

• Advise on the design, implementation and operation of global share plans and executive compensation programmes.
• Monitor market developments and emerging regulatory requirements to help clients maintain competitive and compliant programmes.

Team Leadership & Development

• Mentor and develop junior team members through coaching, technical review and knowledge sharing.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing team environment.

Insights & Analytics

• Support the development and interpretation of dashboards, analytics and reporting tools to track participation, compliance, costs and market trends.
• Translate data into practical recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

Essential

• 10+ years’ experience in equity compensation, share plans, executive reward, global mobility tax, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-jurisdictional share plan implementation and compliance programmes.
• Strong project management, client relationship and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience working with equity administration platforms and related payroll, HRIS or finance integrations.
• Professional qualification preferred, such as CEP, ACA, ACCA, CTA, ATT, ICAEW, ICAS, or equivalent.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of the tax and payroll implications of equity awards across multiple jurisdictions.
• Understanding of accounting standards, including IFRS 2 and share-based payment reporting requirements.
• Experience advising multinational organisations on reward strategy, governance and compliance.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with reporting, visualisation or analytics tools such as Power BI.

Why Join Us?

• Work with leading multinational organisations on complex, high-profile equity and reward programmes.
• Collaborate with specialists across tax, reward, payroll and employment disciplines globally.
• Benefit from a flexible, hybrid working environment and strong opportunities for professional development.
• Be part of a growing global practice where innovation, collaboration and client impact are at the centre of what we do.

Additional Information

• This is a full-time position.
• This role is hybrid.
• Location: London
• Incentives & benefits: Performance bonus and comprehensive benefits package.

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status.

Please note, AI is used as part of the application process