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About Figure Figure (NASDAQ: FIGR) is transforming capital markets through blockchain. We’re proving that blockchain isn’t just theory - it’s powering real products used by hundreds of thousands of consumers and institutions. By combining blockchain’s transparency and efficiency with AI-driven automation, we’ve reimagined how loans are originated, funded, and traded in secondary markets. From faster processing times to lower costs and reduced bias, our technology is helping borrowers, investors, and financial institutions achieve better outcomes. Together with our 170+ partners, we’ve originated over $22 billion in home equity loans (HELOCs) on our blockchain-native platform, making Figure the largest non-bank provider of home equity financing in the U.S. Figure’s ecosystem also includes YLDS, an SEC-registered yield-bearing stablecoin that operates as a tokenized money market fund, and several other products and platforms that are reshaping consumer finance and capital markets. We’re proud to be recognized as one of Forbes’ Most Innovative Fintech Startups in 2025 and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in Finance and Personal Finance. About the Role We are looking for a Head of Compensation to help transform Figure’s compensation systems and processes, focused on enabling business success through thoughtful design, governance, and execution. In partnership with Figure’s Chief People Officer (CPO) and business leaders, you will help architect and execute across corporate and frontline roles and geographies, taking a data driven approach to ensure Figure can hire and retain the very best talent. This role is perfectly suited for a compensation leader who thrives in building and optimizing systems, running fast despite ambiguity, and values optimization and constant incremental improvement. What You’ll Do

Partner with leadership to ensure compensation outcomes are aligned with Figure’s performance strategy. Design, build, and maintain salary and equity bands across frontline and corporate populations. Drive job architecture and lean leveling to ensure employees are rewarded appropriately and consistently. Evolve equity vehicle design and broader long-term incentive structures. Conduct ongoing market analysis to define and refine Figure’s competitive compensation positioning. Provide leadership with rigorous labor cost forecasts through modeling and analytics. Help build scalable compensation systems and processes that enable faster, smarter decision-making. Partner closely with leaders across the business to balance strategic goals, market competitiveness, and internal equity.

What We Look For

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in human resources, Finance, Economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred. 10+ years of progressive experience in global compensation. Executive level partner experience, i.e. partnering directly with senior leaders. Experience with job architecture, market pricing, and equity strategy. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in compensation tools. Demonstrated ability to remain flexible and agile in an ever-changing environment. Ability to handle ambiguity with ease. Proven proficiency in nurturing partnerships and connections (internally and externally) at every organizational level, displaying strong leadership and persuasion capabilities, and spearheading management ventures. Strong analytical abilities to dissect complex issues into more manageable components.

Salary

Base Compensation Range: $144,000 - $216,000/yr 25% annual bonus target, paid quarterly Company equity in the form of RSUs This is the compensation range for the United States, actual compensation may vary based on individual candidate experience, location, or evolving business needs

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance with 100% employer-paid premiums for employees and their dependents on select plans Company HSA, FSA, Dependent Care, 401k, and commuter benefits Employer-funded life and disability insurance coverage 11 Observed Holidays & PTO plan Up to 12 weeks paid family leave Continuing education reimbursement

Depending on your residential location certain laws might regulate the way Figure manages applicant data. California Residents, please review our California Employee and General Workforce Privacy Notice for further information. By submitting your application, you are agreeing and acknowledging that you have read and understand the above notice. Figure will not sponsor work visas for this position. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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Compensation: $144k - $216k

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