Senior Compensation Partner

ImmunityBio, Inc.•Dunkirk, NY

10d•$145,500 - $170,000

About The Position

The Senior Compensation Partner provides expertise in the design, development, and administration of comprehensive compensation programs that attract, retain, and reward talent. The role partners with HR business partners and managers on compensation solutions, retention, recognition, and organization design, aligning recommendations with the company’s growth objectives, compensation philosophy, internal equity, external competitiveness, and regulatory requirements. The position uses market intelligence and data analysis to support compliant decisions and maintains data integrity through audits and education. The role designs and advises on base salary, incentive, equity, and merit programs; supports annual compensation planning and market pricing; evaluates jobs and reviews internal equity; and advises on job descriptions and FLSA classifications. It analyzes compensation data, prepares reports and presentations, administers variable-pay programs, and leads or advises on compensation policies, pay equity and compliance initiatives, and process improvements. The role also supports job and pay documentation, SOPs, and cross-functional projects. This position may be performed onsite or remotely depending on the employee’s geographic location as stated in the offer letter. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday during standard business hours, with flexibility available with manager approval. The position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. Annual base pay ranges from $145,500 to $160,000 in the national market, or $154,600 to $170,000 in premium markets; the specific rate depends on qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
At least 8 years of progressive experience designing, administering, and maintaining compensation programs.
Experience designing, implementing, and communicating compensation programs.
Experience with HRIS configurations and business processes.
Experience designing, launching, and maintaining job frameworks.
Demonstrated expertise in compensation programs and strategies.
Business acumen and understanding of how compensation strategy affects other HR activities and business strategy.
Excellent knowledge of FLSA and other state and federal wage-and-hour, pay equity, and reporting compliance requirements.
High proficiency with spreadsheet and presentation software, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with and influence all levels of management.
Presentation skills to facilitate training or deliver informational sessions to groups or individuals.
Knowledge of external labor-market trends and total rewards best practices, with ability to stay current on wage-and-hour practices and related legislation.
Ability to identify problems and use sound judgment and fact-based analysis to develop effective solutions.
High integrity in handling confidential information.
Time management and organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Ability to navigate changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to coach, advise, and influence Compensation and HR partners.
Ability to identify and implement process improvements, including automating or streamlining compensation workflows or methodologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Workday.
CCP and/or SHRM-CP certification.
Experience with sales compensation.
Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies.

Responsibilities

Advise management and Human Resources on pay issues, compensation policies, and practices, including fair labor standards adherence and pay equity review.
Design, develop, and advise on base salary, incentive, equity, and merit pay programs.
Provide guidance on annual compensation planning, benchmarking, and market pricing activities.
Conduct job evaluations, internal equity reviews, and FLSA position classifications.
Provide hands-on support to management and Human Resources in writing job descriptions.
Use advanced Excel techniques to compile, cleanse, and interpret compensation data and prepare analyses, reports, and dashboards.
Conduct annual reviews of pay programs for equity, competitiveness, and legal compliance.
Prepare narrative and graphic presentations to support decision-making and strategic initiatives.
Lead or advise on compensation policy development and deployment, pay equity and compliance initiatives, and process automation.
Administer variable-pay programs, including short-term incentives and sales bonus plans, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant calculations.
Analyze market information and internal demographics to recommend market strategies, job architecture, and salary structures.
Advise on or participate in developing and maintaining job and pay documentation for accuracy and audit readiness.
Create, edit, and follow SOPs; improve processes and standardize templates.
Perform assigned ad-hoc and cross-functional duties or projects to support business needs.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
Health and financial wellness programs.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Company-paid and voluntary life and AD&D insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Healthcare and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
529 Education Savings Program.
Voluntary legal services.
Identity theft protection.
Pet insurance.
Employee discounts, rewards, and perks.
Paid time off, including 11 holidays.
Exempt employees are eligible for unlimited PTO.
Non-exempt employees are eligible for 10 vacation days, 56 hours of health pay, 2 personal days, and 1 cultural day.
Discretionary bonus and equity award eligibility.