Executive Compensation Program Director

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Corporate Overview 

In today’s cyber threat landscape, protection starts with people. At Proofpoint, that simple truth fuels our passion for protecting users, the data they create, and the systems they rely on from a uniquely people-centric perspective. 

And we are just as passionate about finding the right people to help us in that mission. When you join Proofpoint, you are helping to: 

• Build and enhance our proven security platform

• Blend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud environment

• Analyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intel

• Collaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challenges

We are devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk: their people. That is why we are a leader in next-generation cybersecurity—and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner. 

Executive Compensation Program Director

Location: Sunnyvale (or Boston/Pittsburgh)

Full-Time 

Job Summary:

The Executive Compensation Director will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing executive compensation and equity programs that align with our corporate goals and support our total rewards strategy. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of compensation frameworks, compliance requirements, and the nuances of equity compensation.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Program Design: Design and implement comprehensive executive compensation strategies that align with the company’s goals, culture, and growth trajectory in preparation for a future IPO.

Develop, implement and analyze programs for executives and other top key positions, including long-term and short- term incentive plans, executive benefit plans, financial and tax treatment of compensation programs, and proxy disclosures and analysis

Market Analysis: Conducts competitive analysis and benchmarking to ensure our compensation packages are competitive within the industry and aligned with our business objectives.

Compliance Management: Ensures all executive compensation practices comply with relevant regulations and guidelines, including SEC regulations and reporting, IRS guidelines and proxy disclosures.

Manages all relevant day-to-day agency and vendor relationships

Stakeholder Collaboration: Works closely with HR, finance, legal, and executive leadership to ensure alignment of compensation strategies with overall business objectives.

Equity and Incentive Programs: Assists with the design of equity compensation programs, including performance incentives, bonus structures to ensure alignment with shareholder interests.

Lead reporting and analysis of company-wide equity compensation program including the ownership of reporting on program overhang, dilution, burn-rates, anticipated annual spend, and quarterly spend for new hires

Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilize analytics to provide insights into compensation practices, trends, and their impact on business outcomes; prepare reports and recommendations for executive leadership and the Compensation Committee.

Conducts preparation of compensation data for proxy disclosure and compensation committee meetings.

Develop data on NEO compensation to be included in tables in the Compensation Discussion and Analysis (CD&A) of the proxy statement

Communication and Education: Develop clear communication strategies for executives regarding their compensation packages, performance metrics, and overall compensation philosophy.

Market Trends: Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in executive compensation to ensure our programs remain competitive and effective.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

8+ years of experience in executive compensation, with a focus on publicly traded companies or those preparing for an IPO.

Extensive knowledge of compensation regulations, market practices, and equity compensation frameworks.

Proven track record in strategic executive compensation planning and program implementation.

Clear, concise and effective oral and written communication skills are critical to success in this role

Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging with executive leadership and Board members.

Strong analytical, quantitative and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies.

Why Proofpoint  

Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We are a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products—and many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring the best, the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation.  

We are a diverse, multinational company with opportunities in all functions, and leaders that welcome candidates from all walks of life. Apply today and explore your future #LifeAtProofpoint.  

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us!

Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable pay and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes flexible time off, a robust well-being program that provides for 4 global wellbeing days per year, and a 3-week work from anywhere option.

Base Pay Ranges:

SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area:

Base Pay Range: 177,750.00 – 260,700.00 USD

California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska:

Base Pay Range: 142,950.00 – 209,660.00 USD

All other cities and states excluding those listed above:

Base Pay Range: 129,750.00 – 190,300.00 USD