Director of Equity Administration
Building the Future of Crypto
Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.
What makes us different?
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.
Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.
As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.
Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!
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The team
The Corporate Legal team is a trusted advisor at the heart of Kraken’s operations, guiding the company through complex legal landscapes while enabling innovation and growth. Within this team, the Equity Administration function plays a critical role in managing Kraken’s cap table, equity programs, and global stock plan compliance. The team partners closely with Legal, Finance, HR, and Executive Leadership to ensure that equity is administered accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with the company’s strategic goals.
The Equity Administration team is responsible for the design, governance, and implementation of the company’s global equity programs. This includes leading critical systems transitions, supporting PCAOB audit completion, and ensuring that the company’s equity infrastructure scales for future growth.
The opportunity
Lead and oversee the global equity administration function, establishing strategy, scalable processes, and best-in-class practices to support company growth and maturity.
Drive cap table migration from one administrator to a new system, including system implementation, data reconciliation, controls documentation, and end-user training.
Own and maintain the company’s capitalization table, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all equity-related records.
Oversee all participant equity plan transactions (grants, exercises, releases, secondary transactions, and modifications), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
Partner with Finance, Legal, HR, and Payroll to ensure equity-related reporting, accounting, and compliance meets PCAOB audit standards, SOX controls, and SEC requirements.
Lead the equity audit and uplift process, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external auditors to achieve audit readiness.
Provide analysis and reporting to the Compensation Committee, Board, and executive leadership on dilution, equity spend, and long-term incentive planning.
Act as a subject matter expert on equity program design and communication, ensuring employee understanding and engagement.
Manage secondary market transactions including management of highly detail intensive step-by-step closing process
Provide assistance to the Corporate Governance team in facilitating and preparing documents related to stock transfers
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Skills you should HODL
B.A. or similar degree
10+ years of progressive experience in equity administration, including at least 3+ years in a leadership role
Proven experience leading equity functions through significant corporate growth or transformation
Expertise in equity administration platforms, with hands-on experience migrating from one cap table provider to a new system
Deep knowledge of SEC reporting, PCAOB audit standards, SOX compliance, and global equity tax rules
Strong technical skills, especially MS Excel and other reporting tools
Exceptional attention to detail, process orientation, and organizational skills
Ability to lead and influence across executive and Board-level stakeholders
Nice-to-haves
Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation strongly preferred
Experience with international public company equity programs
Background in fintech, startups, or high-growth environments
Experience in both private and public company contexts
This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.
Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!
As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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Director of Equity Administration
Building the Future of Crypto
Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.
What makes us different?
Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.
Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.
As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.
Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!
Proof of work
The team
The Corporate Legal team is a trusted advisor at the heart of Kraken’s operations, guiding the company through complex legal landscapes while enabling innovation and growth. Within this team, the Equity Administration function plays a critical role in managing Kraken’s cap table, equity programs, and global stock plan compliance. The team partners closely with Legal, Finance, HR, and Executive Leadership to ensure that equity is administered accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with the company’s strategic goals.
The Equity Administration team is responsible for the design, governance, and implementation of the company’s global equity programs. This includes leading critical systems transitions, supporting PCAOB audit completion, and ensuring that the company’s equity infrastructure scales for future growth.
The opportunity
Lead and oversee the global equity administration function, establishing strategy, scalable processes, and best-in-class practices to support company growth and maturity.
Drive cap table migration from one administrator to a new system, including system implementation, data reconciliation, controls documentation, and end-user training.
Own and maintain the company’s capitalization table, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all equity-related records.
Oversee all participant equity plan transactions (grants, exercises, releases, secondary transactions, and modifications), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
Partner with Finance, Legal, HR, and Payroll to ensure equity-related reporting, accounting, and compliance meets PCAOB audit standards, SOX controls, and SEC requirements.
Lead the equity audit and uplift process, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external auditors to achieve audit readiness.
Provide analysis and reporting to the Compensation Committee, Board, and executive leadership on dilution, equity spend, and long-term incentive planning.
Act as a subject matter expert on equity program design and communication, ensuring employee understanding and engagement.
Manage secondary market transactions including management of highly detail intensive step-by-step closing process
Provide assistance to the Corporate Governance team in facilitating and preparing documents related to stock transfers
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Skills you should HODL
B.A. or similar degree
10+ years of progressive experience in equity administration, including at least 3+ years in a leadership role
Proven experience leading equity functions through significant corporate growth or transformation
Expertise in equity administration platforms, with hands-on experience migrating from one cap table provider to a new system
Deep knowledge of SEC reporting, PCAOB audit standards, SOX compliance, and global equity tax rules
Strong technical skills, especially MS Excel and other reporting tools
Exceptional attention to detail, process orientation, and organizational skills
Ability to lead and influence across executive and Board-level stakeholders
Nice-to-haves
Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation strongly preferred
Experience with international public company equity programs
Background in fintech, startups, or high-growth environments
Experience in both private and public company contexts
This job is accepting ongoing applications and there is no application deadline.
Please note, applicants are permitted to redact or remove information on their resume that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, assessing candidates in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Kraken is powered by people from around the world and we celebrate all Krakenites for their diverse talents, backgrounds, contributions and unique perspectives. We hire strictly based on merit, meaning we seek out the candidates with the right abilities, knowledge, and skills considered the most suitable for the job. We encourage you to apply for roles where you don't fully meet the listed requirements, especially if you're passionate or knowledgable about crypto!
As an equal opportunity employer, we don’t tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
Stay in the know