Director of Equity Administration

Kraken-posted 3 months ago

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As a member of the Corporate Legal team at Kraken, you will lead and oversee the global equity administration function, establishing strategy, scalable processes, and best-in-class practices to support company growth and maturity. You will drive cap table migration from one administrator to a new system, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all equity-related records. The role involves partnering with Finance, Legal, HR, and Payroll to ensure equity-related reporting meets PCAOB audit standards, SOX controls, and SEC requirements. You will also provide analysis and reporting to the Compensation Committee, Board, and executive leadership on dilution, equity spend, and long-term incentive planning.

Lead and oversee the global equity administration function.
Drive cap table migration from one administrator to a new system.
Own and maintain the company’s capitalization table.
Oversee all participant equity plan transactions.
Partner with Finance, Legal, HR, and Payroll for equity-related reporting.
Lead the equity audit and uplift process.
Provide analysis and reporting to the Compensation Committee and Board.
Act as a subject matter expert on equity program design and communication.
Manage secondary market transactions.
Assist the Corporate Governance team with stock transfers.

B.A. or similar degree.
10+ years of progressive experience in equity administration.
At least 3+ years in a leadership role.
Proven experience leading equity functions through significant corporate growth.
Expertise in equity administration platforms.
Deep knowledge of SEC reporting, PCAOB audit standards, SOX compliance, and global equity tax rules.
Strong technical skills, especially MS Excel and other reporting tools.
Exceptional attention to detail, process orientation, and organizational skills.
Ability to lead and influence across executive and Board-level stakeholders.

Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation strongly preferred.
Experience with international public company equity programs.
Background in fintech, startups, or high-growth environments.
Experience in both private and public company contexts.

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