Vice President, Global Compensation

Who We Are:

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. For more than 25 years, our development teams have created some of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful entertainment experiences, captivating and engaging audiences around the world. We are incredibly proud of our ability to deliver consistently the highest-quality titles, as well as our colleagues who help to create our unique culture and work environment that is inclusive, diverse, and dynamic.

While our offices are casual and inviting, we are deeply committed to our core tenets of creativity, innovation and efficiency, and individual and team development opportunities. Our industry and business are continually evolving and fast-paced, providing numerous opportunities to learn and hone your skills. We work hard, but we also like to have fun, and believe that we provide a great place to come to work each day to pursue your passions.

The Challenge

Reporting to the SVP, Global Total Rewards & Sustainability, the Vice President, Global Compensation will lead the design, program management and implementation of all areas of Compensation across the company.

What You’ll Take On

• Lead & manage a team of Global Compensation professionals.
• Oversee compensation philosophies and strategies; develop policies and procedures that ensure the achievement of equitable, competitive employee compensation.
• Responsible for short and long-term incentive plan design and administration, including equity, to attract and retain employees.
• Support the process for Compensation Committee meetings including preparing materials, coordinating content across multiple functions within Take-Two and with external partners, and lead the reviews of the materials with multiple stakeholders. With the utmost attention to detail, ensure all analyses, information and program rationale are comprehensive and accurate.
• Conduct detailed analyses of current and potential executive compensation programs and prepare summaries of financial and design implications.
• Coordinate preparation of externally reported materials, including compensation-related proxy tables and the CD&A for inclusion in the annual proxy statement.
• Responsible for the year-end compensation planning process.
• Develop documents related to annual and ongoing executive compensation planning and execution.
• Maintain awareness of compensation trends through review of relevant literature (e.g., survey results, compensation professional websites, etc.) and attendance at appropriate industry events.
• In partnership with Legal, stay abreast of current and future pay transparency legislation that impacts the company and ensure internal processes and programs are compliant.
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the function.
• Monitor and forecast equity usage including burn rate, overhang, and other dilution analysis. Provide expertise on equity program design, including performance share design, and partner with accounting/finance on forecasts of equity compensation expense.
• Provide support for the development and administration of total compensation communication materials for employees.
• Act as an internal resource to leadership on executive compensation issues.

What You Bring

• At least 15 years of professional experience or equivalent with 5-7 years of relevant experience in a well-disciplined and matrixed, global organization where best practices are integral to the management of the business.
• Deep background in broad-based compensation on a global scale, with proven experience in implementing and/or enhancing a company’s job framework architecture.
• Deep background in executive compensation at U.S. public companies with general working knowledge in Finance, Accounting, and Benefits.
• Demonstrated track record of successfully overseeing a diverse portfolio of incentive plans, ensuring alignment with corporate strategic goals.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and communications skills.
• Proactive, strategic thinker supported by strong analytical and project management skills.
• High ownership of work materials and high detail orientation to ensure complete accuracy and quality of output.
• Ability to “roll up sleeves” in modeling and reviewing complex datasets.
• Must be detail-oriented and possess organizational, problem-solving skills, and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn the business and analyze business needs.
• Highly motivated, self-directed and results driven.
• Dedicated and flexible team player interested in the department’s overall success.
• Proven success with managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word & PowerPoint.
• Ability to analyze, manipulate, make observations about, and present data.

Great to Have:

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Gaming, tech or entertainment industry experience.

What We Offer You:

• Great Company Culture. Ranked as one of the most creative and innovative places to work, creativity, innovation, efficiency, diversity and philanthropy are among the core tenets of our organization and are integral drivers of our continued success.
• Growth: As a global entertainment company, we pride ourselves on creating environments where employees are encouraged to be themselves, inquisitive, collaborative and to grow within and around the company.
• Work Hard, Play Hard. Our employees bond, blow-off steam, and flex some creative muscles – through company parties, game release events, and monthly socials.
• Benefits. Medical (HSA & FSA), dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, commuter benefits, broad learning & development opportunities, a charitable giving platform with company match and more!
• Perks. Fitness allowance, employee discount programs, free games & events and stocked pantries.

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (“T2”) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, which means we are committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds throughout our organization. Employment at T2 is based on substantive ability, objective qualifications, and work ethic – not an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence or sex offenses, reproductive health decision, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

The pay range for this position in New York at the start of employment is expected to be between $275,000 and $360,000 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans (if applicable) will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an at-will position and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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At least 15 years of professional experience or equivalent with 5-7 years of relevant experience in a well-disciplined and matrixed, global organization where best practices are integral to the management of the business. Deep background in broad-based compensation on a global scale, with proven experience in implementing and/or enhancing a company’s job framework architecture. Deep background in executive compensation at U.S. public companies with general working knowledge in Finance, Accounting, and Benefits. Demonstrated track record of successfully overseeing a diverse portfolio of incentive plans, ensuring alignment with corporate strategic goals. Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and communications skills. Proactive, strategic thinker supported by strong analytical and project management skills. High ownership of work materials and high detail orientation to ensure complete accuracy and quality of output. Ability to “roll up sleeves” in modeling and reviewing complex datasets. Must be detail-oriented and possess organizational, problem-solving skills, and time management skills to meet deadlines. Ability to learn the business and analyze business needs. Highly motivated, self-directed and results driven. Dedicated and flexible team player interested in the department’s overall success. Proven success with managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word & PowerPoint. Ability to analyze, manipulate, make observations about, and present data.