Senior Director, Total Rewards

We are seeking a Senior Director, Total Rewards to lead the development, implementation, and management of Metagenomi’s compensation and benefits strategies and action plans to attract, motivate, develop, and retain a high-performing and engaged workforce in an industry-competitive and compliant manner. Reporting to the Vice President, Human Resources, this newly created position will lead the emerging Compensation and Benefits function and will be based in Emeryville, California. How you’ll contribute:  Perform complex research and analysis on compensation and benefits policies and practices in the areas of job leveling, base salary, variable pay, pay structures, internal equity, external market trends, and regulatory compliance Research best practices and trends and perform deep analysis on the effectiveness and competitiveness of existing compensation solutions and present to management findings and alternative solutions that are cost-effective and consistent with market data  Develop and administer various compensation programs that attract, recognize, and retain talent, including salary planning and promotion process Review and design best practices of employee benefits packages, manage records, evaluate and make recommendations for market competitiveness and serve as the primary focal point to our Benefits broker. Provide thought leadership on the competitive marketplace, industry trends, and challenges to effectively design or recommend new compensation plans, benefits programs and policies. Assess and develop the business cases and ROI for new and existing compensation programs and benefits programs  Proactively build consultative and collaborative relationships with cross-functional leaders on compensation and benefits programs and initiatives. Develop and oversee budget, policies, and procedures related to Compensation to support functional infrastructure and company objectives. What you bring: Minimum of ten (10) years of increasingly responsible total rewards (compensation, benefits, and equity) and biotech industry experience, and at least three years of management and executive compensation experience, rapid growth company experience strongly preferred Undergraduate degree in business, finance, or a similarly relevant field.  Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification is preferred. Outstanding knowledge of compensation and benefits practices and trends, including market analysis and benchmarking Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing total rewards strategies and programs that align to business goals and objectives Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize competing demands Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to use data to drive decisions Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills and the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders Outstanding attention to detail, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple competing deadlines. California Pay Transparency Disclosure: This position is classified as an exempt salaried position under the Federal Labor Standards Act.  The anticipated base salary range for this position will be $250,000 to $275,000 .  You will also be eligible to receive equity, bonuses, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered. Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education.   #LI-NG1   About Metagenomi Metagenomi is a gene editing company committed to developing potentially curative therapeutics by leveraging a proprietary toolbox of next-generation gene editing systems to accurately edit DNA where current technologies cannot. Our metagenomics-powered discovery platform and analytical expertise reveal novel cellular machinery sourced from otherwise unknown organisms. We adapt and forge these naturally evolved systems into powerful gene editing systems that are ultra-small, extremely efficient, highly specific and have a decreased risk of immune response. These systems fuel our pipeline of novel medicines and can be leveraged by partners. Our goal is to revolutionize gene editing for the benefit of patients around the world. For more information, please visit https://metagenomi.co/.   What makes Metagenomi a unique place to work? We are passionate about developing technologies derived from microbial-rich ecosystems that have the power to enable therapeutic development and the potential to cure devastating disease. We have cultivated an amazing culture that values teamwork, curiosity, scientific rigor, and fun. We have a strong commitment to work/life balance, host a weekly employee happy hour and events, provide catered lunches and endless snacks, and more!  We offer competitive compensation including a market-benchmarked salary, annual target bonus, equity in an early-stage startup, and a comprehensive benefits plan, including 401(k) matching, a retirement safe harbor plan, and other perks.   At Metagenomi, we know that our people drive our success. We are an equal-opportunity employer and believe in and value diversity and inclusion. Metagenomi provides an open, collegial, and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long-term careers. Metagenomi does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Please note, all candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.   Applicants/Employees have rights under various State and Federal Employment Laws, including without limitation:   Family & Medical Leave Act    Equal Employment Opportunity Commission   Employee Polygraph Protection Act    California Family Rights Act    California Fair Employment and Housing Act   Notice to agencies: Our in-house Talent Acquisition Team manages all employment opportunities at Metagenomi. Agencies and independent recruiters must be approved as a vendor by Metagenomi’s Talent Acquisition team. To protect the interests of all parties, Metagenomi will not accept unsolicited resumes, profiles, or biographies. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Metagenomi will be considered referrals and the property of Metagenomi.