Senior Stock Administrator

Responsible for administering GitLab’s equity incentive program which includes option and RSU grants to team members.

What You’ll Do

• Support day-to-day administration of the company’s equity programs including processing new equity awards exercises cancellations and repurchases.

• Maintain data in Equity Edge Online/E*TRADE online database to ensure accuracy of participant information.

• Respond to employee inquiries regarding equity programs and education while providing excellent service to plan participants at all levels.

• Collaborate with PeopleOperations Legal and Payroll teams on equity related items as needed.

• Prepare reports for internal partners and respond to ad hoc data requests.

• Assist with development and delivery of employee trainings and communications.

• Will assist in the future with preparation and filing of Section 16 reports (Form 3 4 and 5) and tracking of executive 10b5-1 plans.

• Lead role in setting up and administering ESPP plans if applicable including enrollment contribution changes and semi-annual purchases.

• Responsible for the tracking and reporting of 83-B information and reporting requirements.

• Owns responsibility for ensuring compliance with US and international tax laws regarding equity incentive.

What You’ll Bring

• Considered a specialist in the field within the function.

• Demonstrates an ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.

• A seasoned experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways.

• Demonstrates further technical development and a track record of project success.

• 3-5 years of relevant equity administration experience on the Equity Edge Online/E*TRADE platform.

• Experience with both Option and RSU programs.

• Familiarity with U.S. federal and state taxation relating to equity compensation.

• Familiarity with International tax law relating to equity programs.

• Strong analytical communication and organization skills.

• Prior responsibility working with Big 4 CPA firms in connection with audits.

• Sensitivity to employee privacy laws such as GDPR and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

• Ability to interact with employees at all levels.

• Experience with international stock options and equity grants.

• CEP Level II Completion (or in process of obtaining CEP Level II).

• Experience with Online systems.

• Ability to use GitLab

How GitLab will support you

• Benefits to support your health finances and well-being

• All remote asynchronous work environment

• Flexible Paid Time Off

• Team Member Resource Groups

• Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Growth and development budget

• Parental leave

• Home office support

Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.