management
Posted May 8Head of Global Equity Administration | United States | Remote
at Grafana Labs
United StatesRemote
Responsibilities
- Establish and lead the stock administration function, including policies, processes, controls, and systems
- Lead the transition from an existing legacy equity platform to a scalable, public-company-ready equity administration system, including vendor selection, data migration, testing, and go-live
- Own cap table integrity and equity data accuracy throughout the platform transition and beyond
- Oversee the full equity lifecycle: grants, vesting, exercises, cancellations, terminations, modifications, and settlements
- Ensure accurate and timely equity accounting in accordance with ASC 718 and public-company standards
- Oversee 409A valuation processes and ensure ongoing compliance
- Manage relationships with external vendors, including equity platforms, valuation firms, tax advisors, and external auditors
- Prepare equity processes and systems to be SOX-ready and scalable for a public-company environment
Requirements
- There are more than 20M users of Grafana, the open source visualization tool, around the globe, monitoring everything from beehives to climate change in the Alps.
- Grafana Labs also helps more than 3,000 companies -- including Bloomberg, JPMorgan Chase, and eBay -- manage their observability strategies with the Grafana LGTM Stack, which can be run fully managed with Grafana Cloud or self-managed with the Grafana Enterprise Stack , both featuring scalable metrics ( Grafana Mimir ), logs ( Grafana Loki ), and traces ( Grafana Tempo ).
- This is a highly visible, hands-on role for someone who thrives in complex transitions, values precision, and brings a modern mindset — including thoughtful use of AI — to scale equity operations efficiently and accurately.
- Leverage automation, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools to improve data validation, reconciliation, reporting, and operational efficiency
- Apply sound judgment around the use of AI in equity administration, with a focus on data integrity, security, explainability, and appropriate controls
- experience leading a transition from a legacy equity platform to a modern, public-company-ready equity system Direct
- experience supporting IPO readiness and/or operating as a public company
- Strong understanding of equity accounting (ASC 718) and internal control frameworks •
- Demonstrated ability or strong mindset toward using AI, automation, and advanced tooling to improve accuracy, efficiency, and insight in equity operations
- High attention to detail combined with the ability to manage complex projects and timelines
- Experience implementing ESPPs or public company equity programs
- Familiarity with SOX compliance and public-company reporting •
- Experience partnering with engineering or data teams on systems integrations or automation •
- Experience working in a globally distributed, remote-first organization
- Grafana Labs may utilize AI tools in its recruitment process to assist in matching information provided in CVs to job postings.
Experience
- What Makes You a Great Fit: 10+ years of
Benefits
- We’re seeking a Head of Global Equity Administration to establish and lead Grafana Labs’ equity administration function from the ground up.
- This role will own the design, implementation, and ongoing management of our global equity programs as we transition from a legacy equity platform to a public-company-ready solution.
- We’re investing in building best-in-class equity infrastructure that supports our employees, leadership team, and potential future public shareholders.
- Design, implement, and manage global equity compensation programs (e.g., stock options, RSUs, public-company, ESPP readiness)
- Benefits & Compensation, and Recruiting to ensure equity programs are clearly communicated and well understood
- experience in stock administration, equity compensation, or related roles Proven
- experience building and scaling an equity administration function in a high-growth company Hands-on
- Deep knowledge of equity compensation plans, cap table management, and related tax and regulatory requirements
- Experience administering equity programs across multiple countries and jurisdictions
- Clear, confident communicator who can explain equity concepts to employees, executives, and the Board
- Ability to operate independently in a fast-moving, less-structured environment Bonus Points For:
- Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation •
- Compensation & Rewards:
- In the United States, the OTE (On-Target Earnings) compensation range for this role is $ 218,000 - $262,000 .
- Actual compensation may vary based on level, experience, and skillset as assessed throughout the interview process.
- *Compensation ranges are country specific. If you are applying for this role from a different location than listed above, your recruiter will discuss your specific market’s defined pay range &
- Balance is Key - We operate a global annual leave policy of 30 days per annum. 3 days of your annual leave entitlement are reserved for Grafana Shutdown Days to allow the team to really disconnect. *We will comply with local legislation where applicable.
- Equal Opportunity Employer: We will recruit, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different and unique.
Additional details
- Grafana Labs is a remote-first, open-source powerhouse.
- The instantly recognizable dashboards have been spotted everywhere from a NASA launch and Minecraft HQ to Wimbledon and the Tour de France.
- We’re scaling fast and staying true to what makes us different: an open-source legacy, a global collaborative culture, and a passion for meaningful work.
- Our team thrives in an innovation-driven environment where transparency, autonomy, and trust fuel everything we do.
- You may not meet every requirement, and that’s okay. If this role excites you, we’d love you to raise your hand for what could be a truly career-defining opportunity. The Opportunity:
- Partner with Finance and Legal to support public-company readiness, including disclosures, governance, internal controls, and audit requirements
- All of our roles include Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), giving every team member ownership in Grafana Labs' success.
- We believe in shared outcomes—RSUs help us stay aligned and invested as we scale globally.
- 100% Remote, Global Culture - As a remote-only company, we bring together talent from around the world, united by a culture of collaboration and shared purpose.
- Scaling Organization – Tackle meaningful work in a high-growth, ever-evolving environment.