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Director, Compensation

Olema Oncology
Location
San Francisco, California
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Business and Operations
Salary
$230,000 - $250,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, or a related field
  • At least 10 years of progressive compensation experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences
  • Experience leading compensation strategy and programs within small/high-growth or larger organizations
  • Expert knowledge of market-pricing and compensation-survey methodology
  • Proven experience designing and maintaining job architecture and salary structures
  • End-to-end ownership of annual compensation planning
Nice to have
  • MBA or CPA
  • Experience with compensation consulting organizations
  • Experience designing and governing commercial or sales incentive compensation plans
  • Experience with compensation benchmarking tools and HRIS systems
  • Experience with Power Query, macros, or data-visualization tools
What the job really is

The Director of Compensation at Olema Oncology will be responsible for establishing and managing compensation frameworks and processes as the company transitions towards commercialization. This role involves designing and administering non-executive compensation programs, partnering with senior leadership on compensation strategy, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals, with a focus on both strategic and hands-on compensation management in a high-growth environment.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • Equity and bonus included in total compensation
  • Open, flexible, and friendly work environment
  • Platform for long-term career development
Things to weigh
  • No specific details on the company's current compensation structure or existing programs
  • The role may require adapting to a rapidly changing environment as the company grows
  • Base pay range is provided but may vary based on multiple factors
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