OverviewIncyte is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel medicines to meet serious unmet medical needs in oncology and inflammation and autoimmunity. Incyte is committed to the rigorous pursuit of research and development excellence to improve the lives of patients, make a difference in health care, and build sustainable value.Position SummaryIncyte is seeking a strategic and hands‑on Compensation Lead to lead the development and execution of the company’s global compensation strategy, in partnership with the Head of Global Compensation and HR Operations. This role will serve as a key thought partner in shaping compensation philosophy, programs, and governance, while also owning the end‑to‑end design and delivery of compensation programs across a global workforce of approximately 3,000 employees.Compensation Strategy & PartnershipPartner closely with the Head of Global Compensation and HR Operations to develop, evolve, and operationalize Incyte’s global compensation strategy and philosophyTranslate enterprise and talent strategies into scalable, market‑competitive compensation programsProvide strategic insights and recommendations to senior leadership on compensation trends, risks, and opportunities within the pharmaceutical and biotech landscapeEnd‑to‑End Compensation Design & DeliveryOwn the end‑to‑end lifecycle of global compensation programs, including: Job architecture, job leveling and evaluation, and market pricingBase pay structures and salary rangesAnnual merit, bonus, and promotions processesShort‑term and long‑term incentive programsLead annual compensation cycles from planning through execution, partnering closely with HR, Finance, and TechnologyOversee the administration of global equity plans and maintain all aspects of the equity management system, including new grants, vest event processing and settlement, terminations, monitor demographics data file transfers from HR/Payroll systems to vendor equity management systemContribute to drafting and review of the CD&A, ensuring alignment with compensation strategy and regulatory requirementsLeadership & Team ManagementLead, coach, and develop a team of compensation professionals, fostering strong technical expertise and consultative capabilitySet priorities, manage workloads, and ensure high‑quality, timely delivery of compensation supportBuild scalable processes and tools to support organizational growthAdvisory & Stakeholder ManagementServe as a trusted compensation advisor to HR Partners and people leaders on offers, promotions, retention actions, and complex pay decisionsPartner with Finance on compensation budgeting, forecasting, and cost modelingCollaborate with Legal and Compliance to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal governanceAnalytics, Governance & ComplianceLead global pay equity analyses, pay transparency readiness, and remediation planningEstablish and maintain compensation policies, guidelines, and approval frameworksDeliver clear, data‑driven insights, dashboards, and executive‑level reportingSupport internal and external audits related to compensation practicesRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field8+ years of progressive compensation experience, including end‑to‑end ownership of compensation programsDemonstrated experience partnering with senior Total Rewards or HR leaders on compensation strategyPrior people management experience, including leading compensation professionalsExperience supporting a global organization across multiple geographiesStrong knowledge of compensation principles, incentive design, and market benchmarkingPreferred QualificationsExperience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences organizationsCCP (Certified Compensation Professional) or similar certificationExperience with HRIS and compensation technology platformsAdvanced compensation analytics and modeling skillsDisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.Equal OpportunityIncyte Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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