Stock Plan Administrator - job 1 of 2

As a Stock Plan Administrator at Axon, you'll handle a variety of responsibilities, including processing equity plan transactions like grants and cancellations in a timely manner, drafting SEC Forms 3, 4, and 5 for officer and director filings, and tracking performance criteria for equity grants. You will also assist in preparing summaries of available shares and managing employee inquiries about stock awards.

To qualify for the Stock Plan Administrator position at Axon, candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. Ideally, you should possess 1-2 years of experience in stock compensation administration, along with excellent Excel skills and a solid understanding of equity awards and accounting standards related to equity compensation.

At Axon, we emphasize continuous learning and development. Stock Plan Administrators benefit from various opportunities including educational programs about equity compensation, training seminars, and support for professional certifications. This enables you to grow and excel within your role and contribute to our mission of Protect Life.

The work environment at Axon is fast-paced, collaborative, and engaging. As a Stock Plan Administrator, you'll work closely with various departments including People Operations, Payroll, and Legal, fostering a team-oriented atmosphere where diverse perspectives are appreciated and valued. This type of environment is ideal for individuals who thrive when driving meaningful change and making a positive impact.

Working at Axon as a Stock Plan Administrator comes with competitive benefits including a salary and 401k match, discretionary paid time off, medical and dental plans, fitness programs, and emotional wellness support. Additionally, Axon's commitment to employee well-being means they provide a variety of resources to support health and career growth.

In answering this question, focus on your specific experiences related to equity compensation. Discuss the types of equity plans you’ve managed, any relevant software tools you’ve used, and how you ensured compliance with regulations. Highlight any challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

To effectively answer this, provide examples of tools or strategies you use to prioritize tasks and stay organized. Discuss any project management software or spreadsheets you might use to track transactions and deadlines, and emphasize your attention to detail.

Highlight your understanding of SEC regulations relevant to equity compensation. Discuss any experience you have in drafting SEC filings and describe the processes you follow to ensure all transactions are compliant, including collaboration with legal teams and using checklists.

In your response, emphasize your communication skills and your ability to explain complex information in a clear manner. Discuss the steps you take to address inquiries thoroughly, including how you would access accurate information and follow up with employees.

Use this as an opportunity to showcase your problem-solving skills. Share a specific example of a discrepancy you encountered, the investigation process you undertook, and how you resolved the issue while ensuring accuracy moving forward.

Be prepared to discuss your direct experiences with these forms. Explain the purpose of each form and detail your process for drafting and submitting these filings, including how you handle the timing of submissions related to trading windows.

Detail your experience with internal controls and compliance processes. Discuss how you familiarize yourself with relevant policies and your approach to maintaining accuracy and adherence to SOX requirements, including documentation and audits.

List the specific tools and software you've used, emphasizing your proficiency and any advanced features you’ve utilized. If you have experience with industry-standard platforms, be sure to mention them and how they enhance your workflow.

Describe your approach to tailoring communication depending on your audience. Provide examples of times you adjusted your style for financial professionals versus employee education, illustrating your versatility in effective communication skills.

Articulate your passion for contributing to an organization’s success through equitable compensation practices. Share aspects of the role that excite you, such as helping employees understand their rewards or contributing to the company's mission of safety and justice.