Karen Needham,Cep Fge
About Karen Needham,Cep Fge
Karen Needham is a Manager of Payroll & Equity at Wave Life Sciences, where she has worked since 2017. With over 25 years of experience in equity compensation administration and training, she has held various leadership roles in notable financial institutions.
Current Role at Wave Life Sciences
Karen Needham currently serves as the Manager of Payroll & Equity at Wave Life Sciences, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing payroll processes and equity compensation strategies. Based in Cambridge, MA, she focuses on maximizing the benefits of equity compensation for both employees and the organization. Her work includes providing industry education tailored for corporate administrators and employees, ensuring they understand the intricacies of equity compensation.
Previous Experience at Charles Schwab
Before joining Wave Life Sciences, Karen Needham worked at Charles Schwab as the Director of Stock Plan Services Relationship Management from 2010 to 2012. During her two-year tenure, she managed relationships related to stock plan services, contributing to the overall effectiveness of equity compensation strategies within the organization.
Career at ARIAD Pharmaceuticals
Karen Needham held the position of Senior Manager for Equity Plans & Payroll at ARIAD Pharmaceuticals, Inc. from 2013 to 2017. Over the course of four years, she was responsible for managing equity compensation plans and payroll processes, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
Experience at ETRADE Financial
Karen Needham's career includes significant experience at ETRADE Financial, where she served as Senior Education and Training Manager from 2000 to 2006. In this role, she focused on training initiatives related to equity compensation, helping to educate both employees and clients on best practices and policies.
Educational Background
Karen Needham studied at New Hampshire College from 1984 to 1986. This educational background laid the foundation for her extensive career in equity compensation administration, education, and training, which spans over 25 years.