Director, Compensation

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and refine broad-based compensation programs across a global footprint, including salary structures, job leveling, and bonus frameworks.
• Lead annual compensation review cycles (merit, bonus, promotion) in partnership with HR Business Partners, Finance, and Talent Acquisition.
• Conduct ongoing market benchmarking and compensation analysis using tools such as Radford and Pave.
• Collaborate with recruiting teams to craft competitive, market-aligned offers while maintaining internal equity.
• Maintain and evolve pay transparency and pay equity frameworks across the organization.
• Partner with executive compensation, equity, and benefits leads to ensure a cohesive Total Rewards strategy.
• Advise on global mobility compensation matters and ensure regional competitiveness and compliance across key geographies.
• Manage compensation tools, systems, and workflows to ensure accurate and efficient program delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive compensation experience, specifically in broad-based compensation within high-growth or startup environments.
• Experience supporting global workforces and navigating complex, matrixed environments.
• High executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, market pricing tools, and HRIS platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to executive and equity compensation programs.
• Understanding of Total Rewards integration, including benefits, mobility, and people analytics.
• Background in biotech, tech, or high-growth venture-backed companies.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CCP.

About the Company

Flagship Pioneering is a bioplatform innovation company that invents and builds platform companies that change the world. We unite life science innovation, company creation, and capital investment to accelerate scientific progress in areas ranging from cancer treatment to sustainable agriculture.