Equity Operations Lead (EMEA)

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Summary

The Equity Operations Lead is responsible for running the operations and compliance of the company’s Equity for EORs service , including cross-border regulatory requirements, events execution, and Product collaboration. The Equity Operations Lead should have prior knowledge of international tax treatments, global equity reporting, and the impact of employment type changes on withholding tax liabilities during exercises. You will work closely with Legal, Payroll, People, and Finance to deliver best-in-class equity support, enabling Deel to scale its equity programs globally in alignment with business and compliance goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Equity for EORs service end-to-end, including client onboarding, tax event processing, payroll collaboration, and Product automation collaboration

• Develop and lead continuous improvements and scalable automation solutions for equity operations.

• Partner with Legal and Finance to ensure equity-related actions align with cap table governance and internal policies.

• Deliver high-quality support to equity participants, resolving inquiries efficiently and with a strong customer focus.

• Collaborate with Payroll to ensure accurate and timely calculation and reporting of tax withholding obligations across jurisdictions.

• Work with the People team to validate and process equity data for board approvals, new hire grants, promotions, and organizational changes.

• Design and deliver training materials and sessions to educate employees on the equity program and relevant tax implications.

• Ensure global compliance with income and tax withholding rules, especially in scenarios involving cross-border mobility or changes in employment type (e.g., contractor to employee).

• Day-to-day responsibilities include: leading equity operations support for internal teams, preparing and reviewing data for grant cycles, managing country equity reporting, and coordinating with cross-functional and external stakeholders.

Desired skills and competencies

• 7+ years of experience in equity administration, payroll, finance, or related fields, with direct responsibility for global equity operations.

• Proven experience using Shareworks to administer global stock option programs is a huge advantage

• Demonstrated track record managing stock options, cap table systems, and equity-related legal and financial documentation.

• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage complex data across systems.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and customer service skills.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar tools for equity data analysis and reporting.

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration across Legal, Payroll, People, and external vendors.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via this link and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. If you have difficulty accessing the form, please email at [email protected].

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