Company
Pharma
Director,GlobalCompensation
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“Director, Global Compensation. Skills: Global compensation programs, Job architecture frameworks, Compensation planning cycle, Compensation analytics, Compensation regulations. Lead design, development, and governance of global compensation. Own and evolve global job architecture frameworks”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Interpret complex compensation data
10% travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related, 10+ years progressive experience in compensation, Total Rewards, or HR analytics, Expertise in global compensation structures, job architecture, pay equity, incentive design, and executive compensation principles, Deep knowledge of compensation regulations including FLSA, pay transparency laws, and global compliance requirements, Experience working with HRIS systems, ideally Workday Compensation and Advanced Compensation modules, Analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel, Ability to interpret complex compensation data and market benchmarks, Proven ability to lead large-scale HR initiatives, Manage multiple priorities, Drive cross-functional projects to completion, Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, Ability to influence at all organizational levels
Nice to Have
Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industries, Experience in compensation committee reporting, equity programs, and collaboration with Finance and Stock Administration, CCP certification or similar professional credential
What You'll Do.
and governance of global compensation
Own and evolve global job architecture frameworks
Ensure consistent job leveling
Drive annual compensation planning cycle end-to-end
Partner with HR Business Partners
and compensation offers
Lead compensation analytics and benchmarking activities
Ensure compliance with pay transparency regulations
Oversee equity and incentive programs
Ensure accurate execution and alignment with corporate objectives
Ensure compliance with federal
and international compensation
Develop policies and controls that mitigate risk
Support audit readiness
Provide executive-level reporting
Provide compensation insights
Provide data-driven recommendations for leadership
Prepare compensation committee reviews
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with HR Business Partners; Partner with Talent Acquisition; Partner with business leaders; Collaboration with Stock Administration; Collaboration with Finance
Communication Scope
Executive reporting; Board materials; Compensation committee reviews; Presentation skills; Stakeholder management
Process & Methodology
Change management initiatives, Cross-functional projects
Full Job Description
## Accountabilities Lead the design, development, and governance of global compensation programs, including salary structures, merit and incentive plans, bonuses, equity programs, and job classifications across U.S. and international markets. Own and evolve global job architecture frameworks, ensuring consistent job leveling, classification, and application across the organization, supported by change management initiatives. Drive the annual compensation planning cycle end-to-end, including process design, Workday system enhancements, testing, execution, and stakeholder training and communications. Partner with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders to evaluate new roles, job leveling, and compensation offers to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity. Lead compensation analytics and benchmarking activities using external salary surveys and market data to inform pay decisions and ensure compliance with pay transparency regulations. Oversee equity and incentive programs in collaboration with Stock Administration and Finance, ensuring accurate execution and alignment with corporate objectives. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international compensation regulations, while developing policies and controls that mitigate risk and support audit readiness. Provide executive-level reporting, compensation insights, and data-driven recommendations for leadership, Board materials, and compensation committee reviews. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field; equivalent experience considered. 10+ years of progressive experience in compensation, Total Rewards, or HR analytics, preferably within pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industries. Strong expertise in global compensation structures, job architecture, pay equity, incentive design, and executive compensation principles. Deep knowledge of compensation regulations including FLSA, pay transparency laws, and global compliance req
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