Director, Executive & Equity Compensation

Job Description:

The Director, Executive & Equity Compensation role responsible for the design and execution of executive rewards programs and policies to attract, retain, and engage our leadership talent. They will be responsible for leading analysis and material development relating to the Compensation Committee, Proxy and other related governance topics. Also responsible for the execution and administration of the company’s global equity compensation programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the design and management of executive compensation programs that support company performance, long-term strategic goals, and shareholder value creation.
• Support the development and administration of global equity compensation programs and annual budgets, ensuring compliance with international regulations and tax requirements.
• Advise senior leadership and the Compensation Committee on executive pay philosophy, governance trends, and shareholder perspectives.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory developments, and best practices to recommend enhancements to compensation structures, incentive plans, and equity award guidelines.
• Lead the preparation of executive compensation disclosures, including CD&A, pay-versus-performance, and CEO pay ratio reporting.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking and advanced analytics to support executive pay decisions and incentive design.
• Develop and present materials for Compensation Committee meetings, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic alignment.
• Review and update plan documents in response to regulatory and legislative changes, collaborating with legal, finance, and tax teams to interpret and recommend modifications.
• Oversee global equity compensation administration, including award tracking, vesting schedules, payouts, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage relationships with equity administration platforms (e.g., Fidelity, Morgan Stanley) to ensure accurate grant processing, vesting schedule, and participant communications.
• Monitor equity plan utilization, share pool management, and dilution metrics to maintain alignment with shareholder interests.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audit and reporting requirements.
• Resolve issues related to equity transactions and tax reporting in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR Business Partners, Finance, Legal, and external advisors to ensure alignment and operational excellence.
• Coordinate with legal and finance teams to prepare and file SEC disclosures, including Form 4s and Section 16 reports, ensuring compliance with accounting and tax standards

Minimum Requirements:

• 10+ years of direct compensation and/or related experience
• 7+ years of prior experience with public company equity plan administration and supporting Executive Compensation Programs including supporting Compensation Committee materials and proxy required
• Knowledge of related executive and equity comp rules, including SEC and IRS rules (409A)
• BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Benefits and Perks

We value the total wellbeing of our people – including health, financial, personal and social wellness. We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay are a given at any organization. Still, you should know we offer:

• Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days
• Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services
• 2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation
• Employee referral bonus program
• Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities

Some of our employees’ favorite benefits and perks include:

• Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office
• Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities
• Generous charitable giving company match
• Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
• On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers

More About Cboe Global Markets

We’re reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people. Our journey is an inclusive one. We’re investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed. We celebrate the diversity in our communities, inside and out, and welcome new perspectives with equity, inclusion and belonging.

We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion. We’re an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.

Learn more about life at Cboe on our website and LinkedIn.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer – and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status.

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Our pay ranges are determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, role, experience, level, and location. The national new hire base pay range for this job in the United States is $161,500-$199,500. This range represents the minimum and maximum base pay the company expects to offer for new hires working in the position full time. If you live in one of the following areas or if you work in a Cboe office in the following areas, the range may be higher according to the geographic differentials listed below:

Within the range, individual pay is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, our total rewards program includes an annual variable pay program and benefits including healthcare (medical, dental and vision), 401 (k) with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, market-leading tuition assistance, and much more! Your recruiter will provide more details about the total compensation package, including variable pay and benefits, during the hiring process. For further information on our total rewards program, visit TOTAL REWARDS @CBOE.

Any communication from Cboe regarding this position will only come from a Cboe recruiter who has a @cboe.com email or via LinkedIn Recruiter. Cboe does not use any other third party communication tools for recruiting purposes.