Global Senior Equity Specialist, Payroll

Jobtailor; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Parental Leave

Health and Dental Insurance

Retirement Savings + Employee Incentive Plan

Job summary

A leading technology company in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Equity Specialist to manage global equity compensation programs. This role will involve administering equity awards, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with teams across Payroll, HR, and Finance. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of equity compensation. The position offers flexible time off, health coverage, and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in equity administration, stock plan administration, or compensation operations.
• Strong understanding of equity award types (RSUs, stock options, Tokens).
• Experience supporting audits and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Administer global equity programs and manage equity awards.
• Ensure compliance with local and global regulatory requirements.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline equity processes.

Skills

Equity administration

Taxation of equity compensation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Compliance frameworks

Payroll processes

Education

5+ years in equity administration

Certified Equity Professional (CEP)

Job description

What Makes You a Great Fit

The Senior Equity Specialist is responsible for administering and managing global equity compensation programs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a seamless employee experience. This role partners cross‑functionally with Payroll, HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors to support the full lifecycle of equity awards while driving process improvements and scalability.

How You'll Make An Impact

Equity Administration

• Administer global equity programs (RSUs, stock options, Tokens, etc.)
• Manage the administration of equity awards
  • Registration for required countries
  • Inputs from customers
  • Customer inquiries through our ticketing system
• Maintain equity data in systems (GWP - Proprietary system)

Payroll & Tax Integration

• Partner with Payroll to ensure accurate tax withholding and reporting for equity events
• Support global tax compliance related to equity compensation
• Reconcile equity transactions with payroll and finance systems

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with local and global regulatory requirements
• Support audits (internal, external, SOC if applicable)
• Prepare reports for cross‑functional teams and customers

Process Improvement & Automation

• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and automate equity processes
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Improve controls and reduce manual work

Employee Experience & Support

• Serve as a subject matter expert for employee inquiries related to equity
• Partner with HR to support employee education and communications

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:
  • Payroll (tax and reporting alignment)
  • Finance (expense and accounting)
  • Legal (plan governance and compliance)
  • Product/Systems (if applicable)

Let's Connect If You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in equity administration, stock plan administration, or compensation operations
• Strong understanding of:
  • Equity award types (RSUs, stock options, Tokens)
  • Taxation of equity compensation (US and/or global)
• Familiarity with payroll processes and integration points
• Experience supporting audits and compliance frameworks (SOC preferred)
• High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred

• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation
• Experience supporting global/multi‑country equity programs
• Experience in a high‑growth or scaling organization

Nice to have

• Experience in EOR/PEO models and cross‑border payroll operations
• Exposure to audit frameworks and control design/testing (e.g., SOC)

Our Commitment to You

At Pebl, we’re committed to supporting our team with comprehensive rewards and benefits designed to meet diverse needs across roles and locations. Our core offerings include:

• Flexible Time Off – Take the time you need to recharge.
• Parental Leave – Support for growing families.
• Health and Dental Insurance – Where applicable, to cover you and your loved ones.
• Retirement Savings + Employee Incentive Plan – Plan for the future while sharing our success.

Pebl is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We power global teams and believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and impact. Employment decisions at Pebl are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive culture where every teammate can thrive and do the best work of their career—anywhere in the world.