Senior Manager, Global Stock Administration

Workday; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 183,000 - 274,000; Full time

Job summary

Workday is seeking a Senior Manager for Global Stock Administration to lead and scale multinational equity operations. You will mentor a team of stock plan professionals, partner with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure compliance across all processes.

The ideal candidate has extensive global equity experience, a track record with RSUs/PSUs/ESPP, and a hands-on approach to optimizing data, reporting, and tax considerations while guiding cross-border initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• 7+ years of stock administration in a publicly traded multinational.
• 2+ years of direct people management leading equity or payroll teams.
• CEP designation highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of equity professionals. Foster a culture of compliance.
• Oversee daily team tasks, set operational goals, and ensure data integrity across workflows.
• Oversee global monthly equity transactions and grant cycles using E*TRADE EE Online for RSUs, PSUs, ESPP.
• Ensure accurate internal and external reporting and SOX controls.
• Collaborate with external advisors to manage cross-border tax withholding and mobility tracking.
• Partner on cross-functional projects such as mergers, country rollouts, and system enhancements.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Auditing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field

Tools

E*TRADE Equity Edge Online

Job description

Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun‑drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.

About The Team

We are a team of seasoned equity professionals with a global growth mindset who love what we do. We are excited to take on new challenges by focusing on operational excellence, advanced automation opportunities, and a firm commitment to compliance.

About The Role

The Workday Global Stock Administration team has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Global Stock Administration. This role will be responsible for leading global equity operations with a team of talented stock plan professionals. Reporting to the Director of Global Stock Administration, this role collaborates closely with internal stakeholder teams across the organization and external service providers to deliver an exceptional equity experience for our employees globally.

The ideal candidate is a senior global stock plan professional with a proven track record managing multinational broad‑based stock plans, and who models Workday core values while leading a team of successful equity professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of equity professionals. Foster a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee daily team tasks, set operational goals, and ensure data integrity across all workflows.
• Oversee global monthly equity transactions and grant cycles with E*TRADE Equity Edge Online (EEO) for RSUs, PSUs, and ESPP.
• Ensure accurate internal and external reporting, and completeness and accuracy of SOX controls.
• Collaborate with 3rd party advisors to manage cross‑border tax withholding, trailing liabilities, and mobility tracking for international transfers.
• Collaborate on cross-functional projects (e.g., mergers and acquisitions, new country implementations, implementation of new stock plan services platform or existing stock plan service platform enhancements, etc.)
• Recommend, develop, and implement systems and procedures to scale administrative functions, adapt to new requirements, and leverage automation, balanced with the need for accuracy and compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of stock administration experience within a publicly traded multi-national company.
• At least 2 years of direct people management experience leading an equity or payroll team.

Other Qualifications

• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation is highly preferred.
• Comprehensive experience in different types of equity awards and public company equity programs, across multiple jurisdictions at a multi-national public company.
• Experience in global equity tax and reporting requirements, including global and domestic mobile employees, and partnering with external compliance advisors.
• Extensive experience working cross-functionally on equity plan matters with Legal, Finance, Payroll, Accounting, Tax and People teams.
• Advanced, hands‑on administrative expertise using E*TRADE Equity Edge Online.
• Expert-level capabilities for global data analysis and complex auditing.

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Primary Location: USA.CA.Pleasanton

Primary Location Base Pay Range: $182,900 USD - $274,300 USD

Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $154,500 USD - $274,300 USD

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in‑office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

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