Global Equity Compensation & Tax Compliance Expert
Are you a senior tax professional who thrives in complex, cross-border environments? Do you want to be part of a purpose-driven company, where your expertise helps shape a rapidly expanding global equity program? Join Ascendis Pharma and play a key role in ensuring tax compliance and support for our international workforce.
Ascendis Pharma is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we are applying our innovative TransCon® technology platform to fulfill our mission of developing new therapies that demonstrate best-in-class potential to address unmet medical needs.
At our headquarters in Hellerup, Denmark, research facilities in Heidelberg, Germany, and additional offices across Europe and the United States, we are advancing programs in our Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology portfolios. We also collaborate with partners on the development of TransCon-based products in other therapeutic areas and markets.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced tax professional to join our Equity Compensation Team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing tax aspects of our equity compensation programs globally. This includes ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations, supporting employees with clear guidance, and managing all payroll and reporting obligations triggered by equity-related events.
You will work closely with external tax advisors, payroll providers, and internal stakeholders across multiple countries – blending deep tax knowledge with operational excellence and employee communication.
Your key responsibilities will be:
- Partner with external tax advisors and local payrolls to ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations
- Analyze and implement tax-efficient strategies for equity plans (RSUs, PSUs, Warrants)
- Monitor and assess the impact of global tax law changes on our equity programs
- Provide clear and practical tax guidance to employees and executives
- Coordinate with external providers to support employee tax filings and compliance
- Create and deliver educational materials and communication tools for employee understanding
- Collaborate with payroll teams to ensure accurate handling of equity-related transactions
Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum 8 years of experience in mobility tax, international taxation, equity compensation, or tax advisory
- In-depth understanding of global tax rules and practices
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Tax, Finance, or related discipline
Key competencies:
You excel at communicating across teams and cultures, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and tackling complex tax topics with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach. With strong stakeholder management skills, a practical mindset, and a collaborative attitude, you thrive on building relationships, finding solutions, and making a real difference
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Applications will be evaluated when received, so please apply as soon as possible.
If you are passionate about contributing to the field of rare diseases and eager to make a difference at Ascendis Pharma, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in our mission to advance therapeutic innovations and improve patient lives worldwide.
You can learn more about Ascendis by visiting our website www.ascendispharma.com
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