Compensation Manager

Who We Are:

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.

What We Do:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role:

Leads multiple Neurocrine’s Total Pay programs (including but not limited too): Annual Total Pay (base, bonus and equity) Process, Mid-year Promotion/Adjustment process, Recognition, global job architecture. Recommends changes to company compensation and related programs. Emerging compensation expert that builds strong relationships across multiple teams to achieve goals. Leads enterprise-wide and program related training and employee communications initiatives, partnering with appropriate teams to complete. Designs compensation program related reporting, analytics and tools for HR and people leaders in Workday. Supports other broad HR initiatives as needed.

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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

Your Contributions:

• Leads the Total Pay Process and Mid-year promotion / adjustment process including Workday end to end system, developing and managing project work plan, reviewing proposed salary changes (merit, promotions, adjustments, where applicable) for adherence to established guidelines, policies and practices, legal requirements, preparing executive summaries and supporting leader/employee training and communications.

• Provide data insights and recommendations to total pay programs through compensation reporting and analytics best practices, using 3rd party software (PayFactors/others) and/or research.

• Creates end-user reporting and analytics for multiple audiences.

• Develops comprehensive analysis and make recommendations for updating/changing the company salary structure, bonus targets and/or equity targets.

• Partners with HR Business Partners, HR, Communications and leaders on developing enterprise-wide compensation related trainings designed to address broader compensation-related issues, upskilling leaders on compensation.

• Manages end to end non-cash recognition program, including leading vendor selection, onboarding, management and disposition.

• Manages job architecture and evaluates, recommends changes based on robust analysis and business need.

• Develops innovative ways to create a “self-service” environment for employees to find total pay related information.

• Administers both domestic and international programs.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field and

• 6+ years of Compensation experience in a publicly traded company, including experience with designing, planning, communicating, training, rollout of all components of total pay (base, STI and/or Sales Incentive Plans, and equity) OR

• Master's degree/MBA and 4+ years of relevant exp

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) highly preferred

• Demonstrated experience in job analysis techniques and job evaluation methods

• Extensive experience with compensation systems and tools, preferably Workday and Payfactors

• Proven/progressive experience leading cross-functional, company-wide initiatives and working with external/internal resources to accomplish objectives

• Experience managing vendor relationships and consultant projects

• Strong analytical skills with advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office with emphasis on MS Excel and PowerPoint.  Exceptional Excel Skills are a must

• Advanced knowledge of implementing compensation programs and principles

• Strong understanding of the laws governing compensation

• Deep knowledge of job analysis techniques

• Proven project management skills to handle multiple priorities simultaneously

• Vendor management experience and ability to effectively oversee consultant work

• Leadership skills to guide cross-functional teams and initiatives

• Critical thinking skills and very strong attention to detail

• Ability to communicate effectively, influencing without authority, and make presentations to various stakeholders including C-Suite

• Results-oriented, being able to anticipate issues and develop solutions

• Ability to deal with ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities

• Customer service orientation with strong interpersonal skills to build productive relationships

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Requirements:

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $119,700.00-$164,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 30% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.