Compensation and Benefits Manager

At Semperis, our mission is to be a Force for Good. Starting with being a great place to work. We believe that when people feel valued, supported, and empowered, they do their best work. That’s why we focus on creating an employee experience rooted in purpose, growth, and balance. Semperis has been recognized as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Cybersecurity Companies by the Inc. 5000, a DUNS 100 Top Startup to Work For, and a multi-year Inc. Best Workplace awardee.

**Hybrid Dallas, TX or Hoboken, NJ

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Compensation & Benefits professional to design, manage, and execute global compensation programs with a strong focus on equity administration and management. This role will be instrumental in ensuring our total rewards strategy supports the attraction, retention, and engagement of top talent while maintaining internal equity and compliance across all markets.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in equity programs, including stock options, RSUs, and ESPPs, and will act as the primary liaison between HR, Finance, Payroll, and Legal on all equity-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

Compensation:

• Design, implement, and manage base pay structures, variable pay programs, and annual compensation cycles (merit, bonus, promotions).
• Conduct market benchmarking and compensation analysis to ensure competitiveness and internal alignment.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to advise on compensation packages for new hires, promotions, and transfers.
• Support compensation planning tools, processes, and analytics for global consistency and transparency.

Equity Management:

• Partner with the CFO on the administration of the company’s global equity programs, including stock option and RSU grants, vesting schedules, and exercises.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, and external equity administrators to ensure accurate processing, reporting, and compliance.
• Develop and maintain equity-related policies, communications, and employee education materials.
• Support the quarterly and year-end equity reconciliation, accounting, and disclosure processes.
• Manage reporting and data integrity in the equity platform Carta

Benefits:

• Support design and oversight of benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and alignment with company philosophy.
• Partner with brokers and vendors to ensure efficient plan administration and employee experience.
• Assist with annual renewals, open enrollment, and benefits communications.

Analytics & Governance:

• Prepare and present compensation and equity analysis to leadership and the Compensation Committee as needed.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, tax regulations, and disclosure requirements related to pay and equity.
• Continuously improve processes through automation, data integrity, and system optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Finance, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in compensation and benefits, with 3+ years of direct equity administration experience.
• Strong understanding of global equity programs (stock options, RSUs, ESPPs)
• Proficient in equity management systems (e.g., Carta, Shareworks, E*TRADE).
• Excellent analytical and Excel skills; strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical equity concepts into clear employee communications.
• CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) or CEP (Certified Equity Professional) designation.
• Experience supporting multinational or fast-growing tech organizations.
• Familiarity with Workday or similar HRIS systems.

Why Join Semperis?

You’ll be part of a global team on the front lines of cybersecurity innovation. At Semperis, we celebrate curiosity, integrity, and people who take initiative. If you’re someone who sees the glass as half full, embraces challenges as growth opportunities, and values a healthy balance between work and life—we’d love to meet you.

** Semperis maintains office locations in several cities across the globe. Candidates who reside within 45 miles of one of our offices—or where the job description specifies a required location—will follow our hybrid work model. This includes working onsite three days per week and remotely the remaining days.

Semperis is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by the Semperis application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Semperis. Please inform Semperis representative Anna Taylor, Director of Global Recruiting, if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.