JOB BOARD: Director, Compensation, Benefits, & HR Ops, Amyris Biotechnologies, Ermeryville, CA

Director, Compensation, Benefits, & HR Ops (HR13-200)

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Amyris is building an integrated renewable products company using breakthrough science and an innovative business model to address some of our planet's most daunting problems. Amyris first developed its technology under a non-profit initiative to provide a reliable and affordable source of artemisinin, a highly effective anti-malarial therapeutic and is now applying its industrial synthetic biology platform to provide alternatives to a broad range of petroleum-sourced products. Amyris No Compromise^TM renewable fuels and chemicals are being designed to perform comparably to, or better than, the products they will replace.

The Amyris Human Resources team is looking for a creative and collaborative individual who shares both our values and enthusiasm. We are a hard working and tight-knit team committed to doing right by our employees and preserving Amyris' unique culture as we continue to grow. The right person will have the HR operational experience to hit the ground running but will still have the flexibility to think creatively and the willingness to roll up their sleeves for all team efforts.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, this position is responsible for leading Amyris' global Compensation and Benefits strategy development, communication, and delivery.​ In addition, this position is responsible for oversight of HR Operations including HR Information Systems, data management and compliance policies & programs.

Responsibilities

Compensation
Leads the design, implementation and administration of compensation policies and programs (base salary, incentive compensation, senior management and equity compensation)​
Develops and communicates a compelling Total Rewards strategy to enhance Amyris' Employee Value Proposition.​ Ensures competitive pay positioning that supports the acquisition and retention of top talent
Develops corporate bonus plans, equity compensation and long term incentive programs that promote value-driven environment and culture​
Creates effective communications strategy for compensation and benefits programs​
Develops and implements compensation and benefits programs to support international assignments.​
Benefits
Designs, implements and administers world class Health & Wellness benefits programs
Manages broker and vendor relationships. Keeps abreast of domestic benefits laws and emerging trends​
Supports Amyris' 401(k) savings plan and administrative committee.​
Human Resources Operations
Manages & leverages HR Information Systems
Tracks and reports pertinent organizational data
Oversees all compliance trainings, policies & practices
Oversees immigration processing and compliance
Manages, motivates and develops HR Operations Associate.
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or other related field
Minimum 8-10 ​years of increasing Compensation and Benefits responsibility​
Thorough understanding of Wage & Labor laws and Benefits Laws pertaining to the USA and (preferably) to Brazil.
Strong knowledge of current market practices and trends in compensation (executive and non-executive) and benefits
Hands-on experience designing and implementing executive compensation programs including annual incentives and long-term incentives (stock options, restricted stock and long-term performance plans)​
Knowledge and experience with international compensation and benefits issues and practices (specifically Brazilian) is preferred​
Experience managing HR Information systems (ADP, SAP)
Strong analytical, communication skills, project management and prioritization skills
Strong personal work style, even-handed, fact-based, and fair
Ability to lead, and work collaboratively and successfully with senior management and HR to generate high degree of respect and build partnerships across functions and organizations.
Certifications in Compensation planning including Benefits highly desirable​
Embraces Amyris Core Values
Energetic, highly self-motivated and able to work efficiently and productively in a fast-paced environment.