Equity Operations Lead

About FluidstackAt Fluidstack, we build the compute, data centers, and power that will fuel artificial superintelligence. We supply GWs of compute capabilities to the world’s biggest AI Labs at industry-defining speeds.Our team is small, fast, and obsessed with quality. We own outcomes end-to-end, challenge assumptions, and treat our customers' problems as our own. No task is beneath anyone here.There are a few thousand people who will shape the trajectory of superintelligence. Come and be one of them.About The RoleA senior equity operations role responsible for owning and scaling a global equity program from the ground up. Core responsibilities include cap table management, validating vested and exercised options and warrants, implementing and optimizing Shareworks, and navigating multi-jurisdictional complexity including UK activity. The ideal candidate thinks beyond day-to-day administration — proactively futureproofing equity infrastructure for post-IPO realities and connecting Shareworks data to downstream accounting and financial impacts. An exciting opportunity to build a team and process from scratch, with significant structuring opportunities across multiple jurisdictions alongside a world-class team.What You'll DoOwn and maintain the cap table, including resolving any existing variances and issuing share certificates as neededValidate the number of options vested and exercised, and warrants vested, ensuring data integrity across all equity recordsLead the implementation and ongoing optimization of Shareworks as the company's equity management platformEnsure Shareworks source data is accurately connected to downstream accounting and financial reporting systemsBuild and document equity operations processes and controls from the ground upManage equity activity across multiple jurisdictions, including the UK, ensuring local compliance requirements are metPartner closely with finance, legal, and accounting teams to support equity-related reporting and auditsThink proactively about post-IPO equity structures, including the transition of RSUs to single-trigger vesting, and ensure the program is set up to scale accordinglyHire and develop a high-performing equity operations team over timeWhat We're Looking ForExperience in equity operations or stock plan administration, ideally at a high-growth technology companyHands-on experience with Shareworks, with implementation experience a strong plusDeep knowledge of equity instruments including stock options, RSUs, and warrantsExperience managing and cleaning up cap tablesFamiliarity with UK equity regulations and multi-jurisdictional equity programsStrong understanding of the downstream accounting and financial reporting impacts of equity transactionsExperience validating option vesting schedules and exercise activityAbility to issue share certificates and manage related compliance processesProven ability to build processes and systems from the ground up with minimal oversightStrong attention to detail and comfort working with complex, high-stakes dataExcellent cross-functional collaboration skills, particularly with finance, legal, accounting, and tax teamsCEP (Certified Equity Professional) designation requiredGPHR (Global Professional in Human Resources) designation is a plusWhy This RoleBuild a team and equity operations function from scratch, in the way it should be doneWork in an exciting, high-growth industry with exposure to complex equity structures across multiple jurisdictionsBe part of and learn from one of the best teams in the worldPlay a critical role in shaping the company's equity infrastructure ahead of a significant liquidity eventThe base salary range for this position is $180,000 - $250,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location. This range represents our good faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting. Total compensation may also include equity in the form of stock options.We are committed to pay equity and transparency.Fluidstack is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fluidstack will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.You will receive a confirmation email once your application has successfully been accepted. If there is an error with your submission and you did not receive a confirmation email, please email careers@fluidstack.io with your resume/CV, the role you've applied for, and the date you submitted your application-- someone from our recruiting team will be in touch. Compensation Range: $180K - $250K