At Matter Labs, we believe freedom drives progress and prosperity. We don’t see ourselves as a company, but as a team aligned around a single mission: to advance personal freedom for all (see ZK Credo).
To achieve this goal, we’re building zkSync — a credibly neutral, fully open source technology stack and network on top of Ethereum, which is owned and governed by its community. We use advanced cryptography called zero-knowledge proofs to scale Ethereum infinitely without compromising on security or decentralization. With a world-class team, a community of over 1M supporters across Twitter + Discord, and hundreds of millions $ in funding, we have abundant resources to accomplish the mission.
We are looking for a seasoned Head of Compensation & Benefits to lead and shape our global compensation strategy, with a particular focus on the compensation model, including token incentives and global benefits offerings. This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, with a deep understanding of compensation, benefits, and equity strategies (preferably token strategies), ideally within the crypto or technology sectors. As a senior leader in this area, you will work closely with Finance, Legal, Operations, and external partners to drive compensation innovations for a dynamic crypto company and optimize our compensation and benefits offerings, ensuring alignment with the company’s growth objectives and culture.
Compensation & Token Strategy Leadership:
Subject matter expert in compensation, token incentives, allocations, and compliance. Develop and implement a holistic compensation strategy/philosophy that aligns with our business goals, including equity and token programs. Partner with Finance, Legal, and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and optimize token distribution strategies.
People Analytics & Operations Excellence:
Lead the development of advanced people analytics dashboards to track and assess key metrics such as headcount, retention, turnover, benefits usage, and overall compensation effectiveness. Drive the creation and execution of initiatives that enhance People Operations processes for efficiency and scalability.
Benchmarking:
Conduct compensation benchmarking using crypto-native and traditional data sources, ensuring alignment across base salary, bonus, token grants, and vesting structures relative to market standards in Web3 and tech.
EOR Provider Strategy & Assessment:
Lead the evaluation and optimization of external HR service providers (e.g., Deel, Toku), assessing service quality, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with business needs in close collaboration with the Head of People Services.
Cross-functional Collaboration & Influence:
Serve as a trusted advisor and sparring partner to the Board, senior leadership and other business functions, ensuring alignment across departments on compensation-related strategies. Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders to implement and communicate people initiatives effectively across the organization.
Business & Finance Partnership:
Collaborate closely with the Finance team to deliver comprehensive compensation and benefits cost analysis with a strong focus on OpEx optimisation. Provide strategic input on payroll, benefits structure, tax implications, and overall compensation strategy. Lead 401k and benefits cost-benefit analysis, as well as flexible time-off models, to ensure competitive and cost-effective solutions.
10+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or People Operations, with a proven track record in leading compensation strategy for high-growth companies.
Deep expertise in compensation design, token incentives, compliance, and managing equity programs (RTUs, RSUs, etc.), ideally in the crypto or technology space. Prior experience transacting on-chain and managing crypto wallets is a strong plus.
Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced, global, remote-first environments, with a focus on compensation and benefits strategy.
Advanced proficiency in HR systems (preferably HiBob) and data analytics tools, with the ability to design and interpret key performance indicators (KPIs) that drive business decisions.
Strong financial acumen and experience managing compensation budgets, including payroll, benefits, and cost-benefit analysis.
Exceptional problem-solving abilities, with a proactive and data-driven approach to policy development and compensation optimization.
Strategic mindset with a demonstrated ability to independently identify gaps, implement solutions, and influence decision-making at the executive level.
At Matter Labs, you have the freedom to work how you want, when you want, and from where you want. All positions are 100% remote (with optional travel to team and/or industry events). We operate in lean and nimble teams, with no time tracking and minimum bureaucracy. We move fast. Only results matter. We will provide you with everything you need to learn, grow, and be productive.
Our results-only environment means anyone who believes in our mission can join us, regardless of background, sexual orientation, race, gender, and age. Both our team and community are made up of people from diverse backgrounds. That’s why, out of politeness and respect, we refrain from opinions on politics, religion, or sex at the workplace.
We designed our culture around the tenants of freedom and ownership. This ethos will underpin our positive-sum community as we evolve toward full decentralization.
– Competitive compensation
– Equity and token package
– Premium coverage for health, dental and vision insurance
– 16 weeks of parental leave
– Flexible paid time off
– Company closure weeks 1-2x per year
– $2000 USD work equipment stipend
– $300 USD monthly co-working allowance
– Company offsites 1-2x per year
– $500 USD learning & development stipend
– 401k plan for US Employees
Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s ok. At Matter Labs, we think big with a long-term view and encourage you to apply even if you don’t think you check every box in the job description.
If this role resonates with you, please apply now.
Read more about working at Matter Labs here.
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