For our client, we are seeking a Senior Director, Total Rewards and HRIS to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This leader will shape the company’s global total rewards strategy, with ownership across compensation, benefits, executive pay, and HRIS governance. The role will partner closely with senior leadership to ensure programs are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with business goals in a public company environment. It will also provide strategic direction for analytics, global mobility, and communication of reward programs across the organization.
Location: San Francisco, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $227,500 – $318,000 annually
Responsibilities:
Lead the design and administration of global compensation and benefits programs
Implement benefits programs through analysis and benchmarking
Manage annual benefit enrollment and compensation planning cycles
Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive and equitable programs
Ensure compliance with compensation and benefits regulations
Serve as lead for executive compensation program design
Prepare and present analyses to senior leadership and the Board
Align compensation with performance management processes
Oversee global mobility programs including immigration and relocation
Develop HR analytics strategy and ensure data integrity
Execute communication strategies for total rewards
Manage a high-performing team across compensation, benefits, and analytics
Qualifications:
BA/BS with 12+ years or MS/MBA with 10+ years of relevant experience
Proven experience leading compensation and benefits teams in a public company
Preferred experience in a commercial-stage life sciences organization
Deep expertise in executive compensation and Board presentations
Comprehensive knowledge of compensation regulations and compliance
Strong analytical skills for complex reporting and analysis
Experience with HRIS systems, particularly UKG
Strong people management skills with a focus on team development BenefitsHealth and welfare benefit plans
Non-accrual paid time off
Company shutdown for holidays
Commuter benefits
401K match
Daily lunch provided in the office Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.
