Associate Director Total Rewards

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Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Associate Director Total Rewards

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will be a key strategic leader responsible for driving innovation, efficiency, and excellence in Total Rewards. Leading a team of subject matter experts (SMEs) across Compensation, Benefits, Stock, Pay and Job Architecture, this role will ensure the effective design, governance, and optimization of global rewards programs.

While the team will handle much of the execution within their respective domains, the Associate Director will provide strategic direction, thought leadership, and alignment with business objectives, ensuring seamless collaboration with the Compensation & Benefits Leads and HR Business Partners (HRBPs) globally. This role requires a strong ability to balance big-picture strategy with data-driven insights, continuous improvement, and technology enablement to enhance the total rewards experience for the Total Rewards team itself, business & HR Leaders, and employees worldwide.

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking leader with a deep understanding of Total Rewards, a passion for driving innovation and process excellence, and the ability to partner effectively with senior key collaborators. .

• Lead and mentor a team of SMEs responsible for Benefits, Stock Administration, Pay Equity & Transparency, Compensation-Related Benefits, and Job Architecture/Leveling.

• Oversee the design of compensation, stock & benefits programs globally, ensuring global and local competitiveness while the team manages execution and administration.

• Design and oversee a governance framework for all programs globally that ensures compliance and adherence to all local laws and regulations.

• Ensure total rewards programs align with business objectives, market trends, and regulatory, legal & compliance requirements, while continuously enhancing employee experience.

• Leverage data, analytics, and technology to provide insights that enhance decision-making and optimize total rewards programs.

• Drive process automation and continuous improvement, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and improved service delivery.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree and 3 years of Total Rewards, Compensation & Benefits, or related HR disciplines, with at least 5 years in a leadership role OR

• Master’s degree and 10 to 14 years of Total Rewards, Compensation & Benefits, or related HR disciplines, with at least 5 years in a leadership role OR

• Bachelor’s degree and 14 to 16 years of Total Rewards, Compensation & Benefits, or related HR disciplines, with at least 5 years in a leadership role OR

• Diploma and 18 to 20 years of Total Rewards, Compensation & Benefits, or related HR disciplines, with at least 5 years in a leadership role

• Proven ability to develop strategy while overseeing execution through a highly skilled team.

• Expertise in Benefits, Stock Administration, Pay Equity & Transparency, Compensation-Related Benefits, and Job Architecture/Leveling.

• Experience supporting HRBPs and senior leadership in a global, matrixed organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into action.

• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement, digital transformation, and automation in Total Rewards functions.

• Excellent key collaborator management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and drive alignment at all levels.

• Deep understanding of India’s labor laws and total rewards regulations; global experience is a plus.

• Experience working with HRIS, compensation tools, and analytics platforms.

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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