Senior Specialist, Stock Administration

KBR•Houston, TX

4d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Specialist, Stock Administration administers, analyzes, and supports the operational delivery of the company’s global equity and stock-based compensation programs. The role supports equity grants, vesting, exercises, employee stock purchase programs (ESPP), and compliance activities, with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and a positive employee experience. Working with Compensation, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and external vendors, this role maintains data integrity, supports reporting and regulatory requirements, and helps ensure effective day-to-day delivery of stock administration programs in a global environment. The position also supports employee communications and education, periodic grant and enrollment cycles, system enhancements, process improvements, and implementation of new programs or vendors. The role is fully remote, and candidates nationwide are encouraged to apply. Candidates joining KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions business before its planned spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in stock administration, compensation, or a related area.
Experience supporting equity programs such as RSUs, performance awards, stock options, and ESPP.
Strong understanding of stock plan administration processes, including grants, vesting, exercises, and taxation considerations.
Experience with stock administration platforms such as Fidelity, E*TRADE, or Morgan Stanley, and HRIS systems such as Workday.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage and reconcile large data sets accurately.
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a corporate or publicly traded company environment.
Knowledge of compliance requirements and internal controls, such as SOX.

Responsibilities

Administer global equity and non-qualified programs, including stock option grants, RSUs, performance awards, elective deferral, and ESPP; ensure accurate processing of grants, vesting, exercises, and transactions.
Carry out daily stock administration activities, including data uploads, reconciliations, and coordination with Payroll for equity-related transactions and tax withholding.
Partner with external stock plan vendors to support accurate recordkeeping, transaction processing, and issue resolution.
Maintain data integrity across stock administration systems and HRIS platforms, and prepare standard and ad hoc reports for Compensation, Finance, and leadership.
Support compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls, including SOX, insider trading policies, and audit requests.
Respond to employee inquiries about equity programs, transactions, and participation with clear and timely support.
Assist with employee communications and education related to stock plans and financial wellness.
Support annual and cyclical processes such as grant cycles, vesting events, ESPP enrollments, and dividend payments.
Contribute to system enhancements, process improvements, and implementation of new programs or vendors.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D coverage
Flexible spending account
Disability coverage
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Professional training and development
Additional compensation may include sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance, depending on job title or level and internal policy or contractual designation.