Compensation Compliance Director
Xsolla is a video game commerce company that provides a suite of tools and services—including merchant of record payment processing, tax management, fraud prevention, compliance, refunds, dispute management, and end-user support—to help game developers and publishers launch, grow, and monetize their games globally. It serves video game developers, publishers, and studios of all sizes across global and regional markets.
About Xsolla
Xsolla connects the tools, systems, payments, and web shops used by the video games industry, positioning itself as a global merchant of record supporting over 1,000 payment methods and a cumulative audience of 50 million, with transaction fees around 5%. Its services include tax management, fraud monitoring and prevention, global and regional regulatory compliance, refund and dispute management, and end-user payment support. Xsolla's product lineup includes the Xsolla SDK for native in-app payments on side-loaded apps and alternative app stores, a Buy Button enabling link-out purchases from iOS mobile games in the U.S., and Web Shop for building customized, direct-to-consumer game storefronts. The company works with major gaming industry partners and clients such as Mytona, Ubisoft, MARVEL SNAP, and others, and highlights partner success stories, industry events, and its own culture and hiring initiatives on its site.
Skills
About the Role
You will lead the rollout, administration, and ongoing compliance of Xsolla's Complementary Compensation Plan, making sure all compensation programs meet applicable laws and regulations. You'll oversee the design, implementation, and communication of compensation plans, working closely with Legal, Finance, and Executive teams to stay aligned and mitigate compliance risks. You'll keep a close eye on evolving regulations, proactively updating policies and practices, and you'll conduct audits and prepare reports that demonstrate compliance with internal and external requirements. You'll also provide training and guidance to HR and business leaders on compensation compliance, support due diligence and documentation efforts, and partner with Operations, Finance, and HR teams to review and support existing compensation programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Law or related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., CEP, JD) preferred
- 8+ years of direct experience in a compensation, compliance, or legal position
- Demonstrated experience with IPO, crypto compensation plans, ESPPs, and/or equity compensation plans
- Deep knowledge of SEC laws, regulations, and best practices for compensation compliance
- Strong knowledge in crypto and tokens
- Strong project management, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels
- High integrity, discretion, and attention to detail
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the rollout, administration, and ongoing compliance of Xsolla's Complementary Compensation Plan
- Ensure all compensation programs comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Oversee the design, implementation, and communication of compensation plans
- Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and Executive teams to ensure alignment and mitigate compliance risks
- Monitor changes in regulations and proactively update policies and practices
- Conduct audits and prepare reports to demonstrate compliance with internal and external requirements
- Provide training and guidance to HR and business leaders on compensation compliance
- Support due diligence and documentation as requested
- Partner with Operations, Finance & HR teams to review and support existing compensation programs
Benefits
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans
- Unlimited Flexible Time Off