Genmab · 1 month ago
Vice President, Global Total Rewards
Princeton
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$285K/yr - $428K/yr
15+ years expGenmab is an international biotechnology company dedicated to improving the lives of patients through innovative antibody therapeutics. The Head of Total Rewards will architect a future-ready global rewards strategy that aligns with the company's growth ambitions and values, focusing on executive compensation, governance, and employee wellbeing.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingMedical
Responsibilities
Define and lead the evolution of Genmab’s total rewards philosophy and structure to support a global, end-to-end biotech organization
Design a modern total rewards operating model that integrates regional teams, shared services, and centers of excellence for consistent global delivery
Drive process standardization and automation to improve quality, transparency, and efficiency
Lead a strategic compensation team responsible for developing forward-looking frameworks, tools, and analytics that enable proactive support to HR Business Partners, Talent, and other COE stakeholders
Ensure the Total Rewards function continuously evolves its offerings to meet the changing needs of a high-growth, science-driven organization
Serve as lead advisor to the Board’s Remuneration Committee on executive and equity compensation
Design performance-based and ESG-linked long-term incentive plans aligned with Genmab’s business strategy and culture
Ensure strong governance, compliance, and transparency in all executive pay matters
Bring external perspective and best-in-class practices to inform committee discussions and program evolution, ensuring Genmab remains competitive within the biotech and broader life sciences markets
Oversee global compensation, benefits, recognition, and mobility programs that balance competitiveness, scalability, and inclusivity
Integrate skills-based pay, internal mobility, and evolving career architectures into the total rewards framework
Evolve wellbeing and flexibility offerings through technology and personalized employee experiences
Champion employee understanding and appreciation of Total Rewards by partnering with Communications and HR to create clear, engaging messaging that connects programs to our purpose, values, and “EVP”
Regularly assess market trends, benchmark data, and emerging innovations to identify opportunities for differentiation and continuous improvement
Lead implementation of digital total rewards platforms and process automation across compensation, benefits, and equity administration
Establish robust analytics capabilities for pay equity, retention risk, and predictive modeling
Drive continuous improvement through data insights, benchmarking, and feedback loops
Leverage advanced analytics to generate actionable insights for business leaders, enabling data-driven decisions around talent retention, productivity, and performance outcomes
Strengthen global governance structures and ensure alignment with regulatory, financial, and ethical standards
Create transparency and consistency through standardized processes, policies, and data
Build and mentor a global total rewards team with strong analytical and design skills
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in total rewards, with significant leadership in global, complex organizations
Deep expertise in executive compensation design, governance, and disclosure
Proven success implementing technology, analytics, and automation within HR or total rewards functions
Experience designing shared-service or center of excellence models across geographies
Strong understanding of compensation and benefits regulations across multiple markets
Exceptional ability to influence and communicate at the executive and Board level
Demonstrated success leading and developing global teams, fostering capability growth and functional excellence
Proven ability to translate external best practices and market intelligence into actionable strategies tailored to the biotech industry
Benefits
401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 6% of contributions
Health Benefits: Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance
Voluntary Plans: Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave
Support Resources: Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well-being support
Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses
Company
Genmab
Genmab is a biotechnology company focused on developing fully human antibody therapeutics for the potential treatment of cancer.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11.7BKey Investors
Morgan Stanley Senior FundingGlaxoSmithKlineIndex Ventures
2025-11-18Post Ipo Debt· $6B
2025-09-29Post Ipo Debt· $5.5B
2010-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $134M
Leadership Team
Anthony Pagano
Chief Financial Officer
Anthony Mancini
EVP & Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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