Vice President, Deferred Compensation.
This mandate is run by SYMPHONI HR, a Mumbai-based executive search firm, est. 2003. Applications are email-verified and reach the search team running the role — confidentially, always.
About the organisation.
Our client is a leading global financial services institution with a significant presence in international markets. They are known for their commitment to operational excellence, robust governance, and a culture that fosters professional growth and innovation within the banking sector.
About the role.
This role involves leading the end-to-end administration of global deferred compensation programs, including restricted stock units and performance-based awards. You will serve as a regional lead, ensuring operational accuracy, regulatory compliance, and effective stakeholder management across various business functions.
What you will do.
- Lead the end-to-end administration of deferred compensation programs, including grant processing, vesting, settlements, and leaver processing.
- Serve as the regional lead and primary point of contact for key stakeholders, providing guidance on complex compensation queries.
- Oversee the maintenance of SOPs and operational controls to ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct quality assurance reviews and lead compliance activities, including audit support and control testing.
- Manage data integrity across HR systems and vendor platforms, performing complex reconciliations and investigations.
- Lead data analysis, modeling, and forecasting to support senior management decision-making.
- Develop educational materials and lead communication initiatives regarding deferred award programs.
- Drive process improvements and lead workstreams within larger transformation projects and system enhancements.
What you bring.
- 12–15 years of experience in deferred compensation and equity plan administration.
- Strong expertise in HR operations, payroll processes, and tax implications related to equity awards.
- Proficiency in HR systems such as SuccessFactors and Workday, and vendor platforms like EquatePlus, Fidelity, or Morgan Stanley.
- Advanced data analysis skills with mastery of Microsoft Excel, including VBA and macros.
- Proven experience in managing governance and control frameworks, including SOX compliance.
- Excellent project management skills with a track record of leading process improvement initiatives.
- Strong stakeholder management abilities with experience collaborating across Finance, Legal, and HR teams.
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