The Impact You'll Be Contributing to Moloco:

We are looking for a Director of Global Equity Operations to join our highly valued finance team. The Director will be a key leader in the finance organization, owning the strategy, design, and execution of the company's global equity program as we scale. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on oversight of equity plan administration. The ideal candidate has experience in both private and public company environments and can build and lead a best-in-class equity operations function.

The Opportunity:

• Define and execute the global equity operations strategy, including program design, process, controls, and tooling roadmap, to support the company's growth and public-readiness.
• Lead and develop the equity operations team, setting priorities, building scalable processes, and raising the bar on service and accuracy.
• Own end-to-end administration of all equity compensation programs, including stock options, RSUs, ESPP, and other equity awards, across the full lifecycle from grant to vesting, exercise, settlement, cancellation, and termination.
• Serve as executive owner of equity administration platforms (e.g. Schwab), ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and effective vendor management.
• Partner with Payroll, Tax, Legal, Accounting, and People teams to ensure accurate taxation, compliance, and reporting of equity events globally.
• Advise the CFO, Legal, and People leadership on equity plan design, share reserve management, dilution, burn rate, and market practices.
• Support Board and Compensation Committee processes, including grant approvals, reporting, and plan governance.
• Partner with Accounting on stock-based compensation (ASC 718) and with internal and external auditors, ensuring strong controls and audit readiness.
• Lead development of clear communications and educational materials that help employees understand and value their equity.

How Do I Know if the Role is Right For Me?

• 10+ years of experience in stock administration, equity compensation, or related roles, including 3+ years leading teams or programs.
• Deep expertise in equity compensation plans and equity administration systems, with a track record of building or scaling an equity function.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. equity regulations (including Section 16 and SEC reporting), accounting concepts (ASC 718), and tax considerations including global mobility.
• Experience supporting audits, Board and committee processes, and executive leadership, with the ability to communicate complex topics to senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead through change, influence cross-functionally, and make sound decisions in ambiguous situations.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and sound judgment.
• Gravitate to a fast-paced work environment with the ability to manage competing priorities, adhere to tight deadlines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred

• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation.
• Experience managing global equity programs across multiple countries.
• Recent experience in high-growth public companies with more than 1,000 participants.
• Experience leading a private-to-public transition, including IPO readiness and the move to public company equity administration.