Global Equity Programs Manager - Global Compliance & Employee Services

Company: Palo Alto Networks
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

Company DescriptionOur MissionAt Palo Alto Networks - everything starts and ends with our mission:Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.We have the vision of a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. These aren't easy goals to accomplish - but we're not here for easy. We're here for better. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we're looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.Disruption is at the core of our technology and on our way of work to meet the needs of our employees now and in the future through FLEXWORK, our approach to how we work. We're changing the nature of work from benefits to learning, location to leadership, we've rethought and recreated every aspect of the employee experience at Palo Alto Networks. And because it FLEXes around each individual employee based on their individual choices, employees are empowered to push boundaries and help us all evolve, together.Job DescriptionYour CareerPalo Alto Networks, the enterprise security company, is seeking a self-motivated, fast learner, operational excellence driven, and excellent team player, Equity Programs Manager within our Global Equity Programs team. Our team supports Palo Alto Networks' global equity programs: Restricted Stock Units, Performance Awards, and an amazing Employee Stock Purchase Plan! and our employees in over 60 countries---and we are continuing to grow!Your Impact

• Manage securities and tax filings, globally: create calendar and templates for efficient ongoing management; work with our Legal and Tax advisors to stay abreast of international developments and updates to requirements
• Manage US (6039) compliance: establish and maintain process for optimal and timely handling of requirements
• Lead creation of equity content portal, implement automation for intake of employee inquiries, develop employee office hours program and educational presentation materials and calendar; act as lead for employee communications
• Co-manage employee inquiries, to maintain or exceed service level agreements
• Contribute new ideas to help us innovate and transform existing programs/processes and introduce new programs, to enable a flexible, scalable and compliant global equity programs function at Palo Alto Networks
• Learn other functional areas of our team and train other team members on your responsibilities, to help you expand your skill set and grow in your career, while also helping us establish back-up support within our team QualificationsYour Experience
  • Experience in public company equity administration at company with complex global equity programs
  • Solid understanding of equity administration function and ability to troubleshoot equity transaction issues arising from RSUs, PSUs, Stock Options, ESPP
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, eagle eye for details
  • Ability to think strategically and contribute to our process improvements and innovation: status quo is your worst nightmare!
  • Advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency with GSuite
  • Work within a collaborative team environment
  • Deep understanding of equity platform(s)
  • Certified Equity Professional (Level 3) designation preferred
  • Self-motivated, flexible, deadline-oriented and a great team player!Additional InformationOur CommitmentWe're trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.Palo Alto Networks is evolving and changing the nature of work to meet the needs of our employees now and in the future through FLEXWORK, our approach to how we work. From benefits to learning, location to leadership, we've rethought and recreated every aspect of the employee experience at Palo Alto Networks. And because it FLEXes around each individual employee based on their individual choices, employees are empowered to push boundaries and help us all evolve, together.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.Disclosure required by sb19-085 (8-5-20) of the minimum compensation (includes on-target earnings = base + on target incentives for sales roles) for this role to be located in the state of Colorado. If hired in Colorado, this position starts at $123,000/yr. Depending on the position offered, restricted stock units and incentive or bonus pay may be provided as part of this compensation package. Additional benefits may be found here.Covid-19 Vaccination Information for Palo Alto Networks Jobs
    • Vaccine requirements and disclosure obligations vary by country.
    • Unless applicable law requires otherwise, you must be vaccinated for COVID or qualify for a reasonable accommodation if:
      • The job requires accessing a company worksite
      • The job requires in-person customer contact and the customer has implemented such requirements
      • You choose to access a Palo Alto Networks worksite
      • If you have questions about the vaccine requirements of this particular position based on your location or job requirements, please inquire with the recruiter.

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