Executive Compensation and Reporting Manager

HL002 Hamilton Lane Advisors, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Paid time off

Adoption reimbursement

Nursing travel support

401k / retirement contributions

Job summary

Hamilton Lane seeks a Vice President, Executive Compensation & Reporting to lead design, administration, analysis, and reporting of executive compensation and equity programs. You will partner with Finance, Legal, HR, and senior leadership to ensure compliant, well-governed programs and meaningful disclosures.

You will provide analytical support for compensation decisions, coordinate with external administrators, and prepare materials for the Compensation Committee and senior executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in compensation, with significant executive compensation, equity programs, and/or compensation-related financial reporting.
• Public company experience strongly preferred; financial services and/or consulting experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of executive compensation, equity awards, proxy/disclosure support, and related regulatory and governance considerations.
• Demonstrated ability to work across Compensation, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and HR on complex, high-visibility initiatives.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project-management skills, including the ability to lead cross-functional workstreams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex compensation and financial concepts for varied audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and ongoing enhancement of executive compensation, annual incentive, and long-term equity programs.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and governance practices, and recommend updates to executive pay programs as appropriate.
• Partner with Compensation leadership on strategic initiatives, including special incentives, retention programs, M&A-related compensation matters, and other high-priority projects.
• Advise internal stakeholders on executive compensation and equity-related matters, including market practice, plan design, compliance requirements, and disclosure considerations.
• Provide analytical support for executive compensation decisions, including review of financial performance, stock price performance, incentive outcomes, and equity award activity.
• Support compensation-related accounting and reporting for cash- and stock-based awards, coordinating with Finance and external administrators as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of materials for senior leadership, C-Suite executives, and the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Gather and help prepare information for proxy reporting, SEC-related disclosures, compensation tables, client RFP responses, and other internal or external reporting needs.
• Partner proactively with Finance, Legal, HR, Payroll, and outside vendors to ensure accurate administration, reporting, and compliance across programs.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with executives and plan participants regarding compensation matters, while handling highly sensitive information with discretion.

Skills

Executive compensation

Equity programs

Financial reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Equity administration tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Vice President, Executive Compensation & Reporting will play a key role in supporting the design, administration, analysis, and reporting of the firm’s executive compensation and equity programs. This individual will help ensure our programs remain competitive, well‑governed, and compliant while partnering across Finance, Legal, HR, Payroll, and senior leadership on compensation‑related accounting, disclosure, and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and ongoing enhancement of executive compensation, annual incentive, and long‑term equity programs.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and governance practices, and recommend updates to executive pay programs as appropriate.
• Partner with Compensation leadership on strategic initiatives, including special incentives, retention programs, M&A‑related compensation matters, and other high‑priority projects.
• Advise internal stakeholders on executive compensation and equity‑related matters, including market practice, plan design, compliance requirements, and disclosure considerations.
• Provide analytical support for executive compensation decisions, including review of financial performance, stock price performance, incentive outcomes, and equity award activity.
• Support compensation‑related accounting and reporting for cash‑ and stock‑based awards, coordinating with Finance and external administrators as needed.
• Assist in the preparation of materials for senior leadership, C‑Suite executives, and the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Gather and help prepare information for proxy reporting, SEC‑related disclosures, compensation tables, client RFP responses, and other internal or external reporting needs.
• Partner proactively with Finance, Legal, HR, Payroll, and outside vendors to ensure accurate administration, reporting, and compliance across programs.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with executives and plan participants regarding compensation matters, while handling highly sensitive information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in compensation, with significant experience in executive compensation, equity programs, and/or compensation‑related financial reporting.
• Public company experience strongly preferred; financial services and/or consulting experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of executive compensation, equity awards, proxy/disclosure support, and related regulatory and governance considerations.
• Demonstrated ability to work across Compensation, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and HR on complex, high‑visibility initiatives.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and project‑management skills, including the ability to lead cross‑functional workstreams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex compensation and financial concepts for varied audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information with sound judgment and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and deliver high‑quality work under tight deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with equity administration and reporting tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Physical and Emotional Health – Access to healthcare coverage, mental health resources, health & fitness reimbursement program, and Wellness Rewards Program.
• Career Development – Tuition and certification reimbursement programs, continual education and development trainings.
• Family & Community – Paid time off to volunteer, adoption reimbursement program, paid time off for new parents and newlyweds, and travel support for nursing parents.
• Financial Wellbeing – Contributions to retirement programs and an employee stock purchasing plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Hamilton Lane is an affirmative action‑equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other classification prohibited by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. As an employer who participates in the federal E‑Verify program, Hamilton Lane will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each employee’s FormI‑9 to confirm work authorization. If the government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, the Company is required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS so that you can resolve any discrepancies directly with the federal agency.