Director, Compensation, Benefits and HR Systems

JOB SUMMARY

We are hiring a Director of Compensation, Benefits and HR Systems to join our growing Human Resources team at Iambic Therapeutic's. Reporting to the Head of HR, this role will lead the design, implementation and ongoing management of Iambic’s compensation, benefits and HR technology platforms. They will ensure our programs are competitive, scalable, compliant, and aligned with Iambic’s talent strategy and business objectives, supporting a rapidly growing biotech company. This role is based at our San Diego Headquarters.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the company’s compensation strategy and programs, including salary structures, job leveling, annual compensation reviews, bonus programs, equity guidelines, promotions, and market benchmarking.
• Manage executive, employee and international compensation benchmarking
• Oversee employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement, leave, wellness, and other benefit offerings; evaluate competitiveness, cost, and employee experience.
• Lead annual benefits renewal and open enrollment processes and manage relationships with brokers, consultants, and benefit vendors.
• Own HRIS strategy and administration, including PEO exit, ensuring systems, workflows, integrations, reporting, and data are accurate, efficient, and scalable.
• Establish and maintain policies, controls, documentation, and governance across compensation, benefits, and HR systems.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline HR processes and improve the employee and manager experience.
• Stay current on market trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging practices in compensation, benefits, and HR technology.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, finance or related field, Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive HR experience with significant expertise in compensation, benefits, and/or HRIS, including experience leading total rewards programs.
• Strong knowledge of compensation benchmarking, salary structures, incentive compensation, equity programs, and job architecture. International experience a plus
• Experience managing U.S. benefits programs and working with brokers, consultants, and vendors.
• Demonstrated HRIS expertise, including system implementation, optimization, reporting, and data governance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex compensation and workforce data into actionable recommendations.
• Experience partnering with senior executives, Finance, Legal, and HR leadership.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with a successful transition off a PEO, standing up in-house payroll, benefits administration, and HR Systems preferred.
• Experience in a high-growth, biotechnology, technology, or public-company environment preferred.

ABOUT IAMBIC THERAPEUTICS

Iambic Therapeutics (Nasdaq: IAM) is a technology and clinical-stage life sciences company headquartered in San Diego. By utilizing molecular superintelligence — integrating proprietary AI with automated, scalable chemistry and biology experimentation — our platform is designed to address the totality of drug discovery and development. At Iambic, we are building an engine that is designed to power the future of medicine. Learn more at iambic.ai.

MISSION & VALUES

Our mission is to make better technology for better medicines. Three values guide how we work:

• Bold. We are courageous, take thoughtful risks, and approach challenges with tenacity.
• Innovative. We are creative and find new solutions that deliver impact.
• Collaborative. We respect one another and partner with integrity.

We value the range of perspectives our people bring, and we work to build an environment where every team member can contribute and grow.

PAY AND BENEFITS

The pay range for this role is listed above. Actual pay depends on factors including experience, skills, and location. Eligible employees in the U.S. receive company-paid medical coverage, flexible spending accounts, voluntary life insurance, 401(k) matching and flexible time off. We are in a brand-new state-of-the art facility in beautiful San Diego with a community gym, dining, and easy access to great places to live and play.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Iambic is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.