Reward & Equity - Senior Manager

Vialto is a market leader in Global Mobility Services, dedicated to “Connect the World.” As the only stand-alone global mobility business, we offer a unique opportunity for clients, stakeholders, and colleagues. Our teams help companies streamline and effectively manage their global mobility programs with a focus on cross-border compliance and risk assessment for tax, immigration, business travel, rewards and compensation, and remote work. With over 8,000 staff worldwide, Vialto Partners provides a dynamic, global work environment where employees can undertake assignments and opportunities that broaden their skills and impact communities.

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Global Equity & Reward to deliver innovative equity compensation solutions for multinational clients. In this role, you’ll manage projects across the full lifecycle of global share plans—supporting design, implementation, and compliance—while collaborating with senior stakeholders in HR, Finance, Payroll, and Tax. You’ll work as part of a global team operating under a hub model, with core professionals in the US, UK, and Australia, and access to in-country specialists in 70+ jurisdictions. Our structure eliminates silos, enabling seamless cross-border collaboration and knowledge sharing. This is an opportunity to combine technical understanding with strategic thinking—helping clients align equity programs with business goals while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

How We Work

• Global collaboration: Integrated team across multiple regions, supported by local experts for technical precision.
• One firm, no silos: Our structure fosters cross-border teaming and knowledge sharing.
• Hybrid flexibility: Work primarily from NYC or Stamford.
• Periodic travel: Client meetings, training sessions, and team workshops.

Responsibilities

• Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and Tax teams to implement processes for equity administration, reporting, and compliance across jurisdictions.
• Client Delivery & Relationship Management: Act as a key point of contact for client projects—managing timelines, deliverables, and quality standards while building trusted relationships.
• Compliance & Risk Oversight: Help establish governance frameworks, maintain documentation, and coordinate year-end reporting for equity programs globally.
• Equity Program Management: Support the design and rollout of global equity plans, ensuring alignment with market practices, compliance requirements, and client objectives.
• Team Development: Mentor junior team members, review work for accuracy, and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture.
• Insights & Analytics: Support development of dashboards and reporting tools to track participation, compliance, and market trends.

Requirements

• 10+ years in equity compensation, global reward, or related field.
• Experience managing multi-country share plan rollouts and compliance processes.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Familiarity with equity administration platforms and integrations.
• Professional credential preferred (CEP, CPA/CA, or equivalent).

Nice to Have

• Understanding of global tax and payroll implications for equity awards.
• Awareness of accounting standards (IFRS 2/ASC 718) and governance best practices.
• Proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.

Pay

$124,300 - $230,000 USD. Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to market data.

Benefits

• Performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package

Location: San Jose. This is a full-time, hybrid position.