Senior Analyst, Global Equity - Edwards Lifesciences

Making a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our talented people are central to the future of Edwards Lifesciences, which is why our Human Resources teams help design, guide, and deliver inspiring experiences for our people. With a fundamental understanding of how to build a supportive community and organizational capability, you'll deliver solutions to attract and retain talent. Your work will enable our teams to thrive as they help patients live healthier and more productive lives. **How you will make an impact:** + Partner and provide guidance to executive stakeholders (e.g., Legal, Finance, Payroll, HR, transfer agent and stock administration service providers) to ensure accuracy with recurrent, ad-hoc equity reports, high level summary analysis, as well as evaluate and resolve complex and/or higher risk equity plan and shareholder related matters. + Continuously develop processes for streamlining and efficiency improvements with daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual administration and reporting of global stock plan transactions as well as evaluating and interpreting tax regulations with respect to employees transferring between/within domestic and/or international locations. + Identify financial and business risks, partner with stakeholders to reduce corporate liability as well as ensure accuracy of equity grants (options RSUs), RSU releases, ESPP enrollment and purchases based on knowledge of securities and tax regulations in all countries that equity programs are offered. + Communicate complex plan provisions. Resolve complex employee issues, problems or concerns quickly and effectively + Provide guidance and instruction to Payroll on tax calculations and limiting of deductions for ESPP (IRC 423), local tax collections, and other equity related items + Lead internal and external auditors with the Finance team for quarterly reviews, year-end audits, and governmental audits (e.g. Sarbanes-Oxley, tax authority) of procedures and controls as needed **What you'll need (required)** + Bachelor's Degree in in a related field plus 5 years previous related experience including finance and/or stock administration **What else we look for (preferred)** + Extensive knowledge and understanding of EW policies, procedures, and requirements as it relates to global equity + Substantial negotiation and conflict resolution skills + Strong leadership skills and ability to influence change + Ability to assess risks, analyze situations and determine next course of action + Ability to manage internal and external confidential information with utmost discretion" + Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems + Identifies opportunities for process improvements" + Contributes to the completion of significant organizational projects and goals; Input on overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization is given serious consideration + Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams, assigned client group(s), and key contacts representing the organization on contracts or projects + Ability to build productive internal/external working relationships + Ability to interact with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring coordination between organizations + Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite and related data management tools + Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills including consultative and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives + Proven success adhering to and leading project schedules and managing projects + Good problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills + Good presentation and facilitation skills Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families. The base pay range for this position is $88,000 to $124,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., geographic location, qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website. Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities. **COVID Vaccination Requirement** Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.