Share Plan Specialist

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Passion, excitement & global collaboration are all core to what it means to be a FlyMate. At Flywire, we’re on a mission to deliver the world’s most important and complex payments. We use our Flywire Advantage - the combination of our next-gen payments platform, proprietary payment network and vertical specific software, to help our clients get paid, and help their customers pay with ease - no matter where they are in the world.

What more do we need to truly be unstoppable? Perhaps, that is you! 

Who we are: 

Flywire is a global payments enablement and software company, delivering high-stakes, high-value payments across the global education, healthcare, travel and B2B industries.

Today, we’ve digitized payments for more than 4,500+ global clients in more than 140 currencies across 240 countries and territories around the world.  And, we’re just getting started!

With over 1,200 global FlyMates, representing more than 40 nationalities, and in 12 offices world-wide, we’re looking for FlyMates to join the next stage of our journey as we continue to grow.

The Opportunity:
The Share Plan Specialist is a critical role within the Finance team and integral to the delivery of all Share Plan related activities. Working closely with the Head of Equity Compensation and regional reward colleagues the Share Plan Specialist will ensure the seamless operation of all Flywire Share Plans in compliance with global and local principles and regulations. The Share Plan Specialist will support the Head of Equity Compensation with the administration, analytics and communication of share plans to support business objectives.

Role Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support for Flywire’s all employee share plans (Options, RSU, Global ESPP/US423). Assist the Share Plan manager with all aspects of the operation of Flywire’s employee share plans including:

• Working with our share plan administrators and other key suppliers to ensure effective day to day operation of our Plans.
• Assisting the Share Plan Manager with day to day activities and key project deliverables (including employee enquiries, grants and vesting of awards, payroll instructions, financial and tax reporting and ad hoc data requests).
• Assisting the Share Plan Manager with the annual tax and legal due diligence process to ensure compliance with local laws and reporting.
• Assisting with the communication process for discretionary and all employee share plans (including updating and promoting employee communication and plan documentation).
• Working with all parties to ensure arrangements for our globally mobile employees are compliant and managed effectively.
• Assist with regulatory submissions as required.
• Working with the Share Plan Manager to identify opportunities to simplify and improve processes and enhance our share plans offering.
• Utilize technology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness, accuracy and control of share plans data and processes.

Here Is What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience of administering share schemes with a good understanding of the legislation, tax and regulations that govern share plans.
• Understanding of discretionary plans, with a working knowledge of a variety of award types, as well as all employee share purchase plans and tax advantaged share plans.
• Sound understanding of share plan legislation and administration globally.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team and interact with employees at all levels.
• A strong eye for detail together with excellent organisational & communication skills.
• Advanced IT skills is a must (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Desired
• Experience working with share plan systems like, Fidelity PSW, Shareworks or others
• ICSA or CEP certifications are a plus

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation, including Restricted Stock Units 
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flying Start - Our immersive Global Induction Program (Meet our Execs & Global Teams)
• Work with brilliant people that will keep you on your toes, learn more about their journeys by checking out #InsideFlywire on social media
• Dynamic & Global Team (we have been collaborating virtually for years!)
• Wellbeing Programs (Mental Health, Wellness, Yoga/Pilates/HIIT Classes) with Global FlyMates 
• Be a meaningful part in our success - every FlyMate makes an impact
• Competitive time off including FlyBetter Days to volunteer in a cause you believe in and Digital Disconnect Days!
• Great Talent & Development Programs (Managers Taking Flight – for new or aspiring managers!)

Submit today and get started!

We are excited to get to know you! Throughout our process you can expect to meet with different FlyMates including the Hiring Manager, Peers on the team, senior stakeholders that you will partner with, and a skills assessment. Your Talent Acquisition Partner will walk you through the steps and be your “go-to” person for any questions.

Flywire is an equal opportunity employer. With over 40 nationalities across 14 different offices diversity, gender equality, and inclusion are at the core of our people agenda. We believe our FlyMates are our greatest asset, and we’re excited to watch our unique culture evolve with each new hire.