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SkillsoftEquity Plan Administrator
Skillsoft, a global provider of AI-native skills management and workforce intelligence, is looking for an Equity Plan Administrator to join its team on a remote basis.…
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Skillsoft, a global provider of AI-native skills management and workforce intelligence, is looking for an Equity Plan Administrator to join its team on a remote basis. This full-time position oversees the compliant, timely, and precise administration of global equity programs and public-company reporting tasks. The professional will act as an operational point of contact for equity platforms, internal controls, filings, and external vendor partnerships. This role suits an experienced administrative…
Job Description
Skillsoft, a global provider of AI-native skills management and workforce intelligence, is looking for an Equity Plan Administrator to join its team on a remote basis. This full-time position oversees the compliant, timely, and precise administration of global equity programs and public-company reporting tasks. The professional will act as an operational point of contact for equity platforms, internal controls, filings, and external vendor partnerships.
This role suits an experienced administrative professional who enjoys cross-functional collaboration with legal, human resources, payroll, tax, and finance departments. Daily responsibilities involve handling stock options, restricted stock units, and performance stock units from initial setup to vesting, release, and termination. The ideal candidate maintains meticulous attention to detail while managing data reconciliation, participant support, and regulatory compliance activities.
Skillsoft serves thousands of enterprises worldwide, including a large portion of the Fortune 1000, by offering learning and workforce insights. Qualified applicants will undergo screening through AI-enabled tools, though final hiring choices rest with company personnel.
Responsibilities
- Manage equity plans and awards like RSUs, PSUs, and stock options throughout their lifecycle
- Maintain precise participant, share-pool, tax, and award records within Equity Edge Online and related databases
- Coordinate vesting and release events, validating market value, tax methods, and share issuances
- Prepare public-company equity and ownership compliance documents, including Forms 3 and 4 alongside Section 16 tracking
- Execute and document SOX controls, producing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for internal departments
- Collaborate with legal and human resources regarding award approvals, insider trading administration, and blackout communications
- Handle international equity reporting and filings alongside local payroll teams
- Supervise daily operations with transfer agents, equity platform providers, and external advisors while addressing participant questions
Requirements
- Minimum of eight years of stock plan administration experience focusing on global equity plans at a United States public company
- Hands-on operational background utilizing Equity Edge Online
- Advanced Excel capabilities paired with data reconciliation proficiency
- Working knowledge of securities law compliance, equity compensation, tax coordination, and SOX control rules
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree in finance, accounting, human resources, business, or a related field
- Familiarity with Workday, EDGAR Next, Section 16 filing software, and transfer-agent procedures
Core Skills
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, the posting indicates that the role is remote.
What is the salary range for the Equity Plan Administrator role?
The anticipated target base salary range is between $125,000 and $135,000 annualized.
What employment type is this?
This is a full-time employment opportunity.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have at least eight years of stock plan administration experience, ideally supporting global equity plans at a U.S. public company.
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