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Alnylam Pharmaceuticals · 1 day ago

Director, US Benefits

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is a leader in RNAi therapeutics, and they are seeking a Director, US Benefits to lead the strategy and execution of employee benefit programs across the United States. This role involves overseeing vendor partnerships, ensuring compliance, and providing expertise on health and welfare benefits while collaborating with HR leadership to align benefits with company goals.

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Responsibilities

Develop and implement regional employee benefits strategies that align with global objectives while addressing local market competitiveness, compliance, and employee experience
Partner with Global Total Rewards leadership to harmonize policies and ensure consistent governance and reporting standards
Lead the design and delivery of retirement, health, well-being, and ancillary employee benefit plans and programs for the United States of America
Ensure employee benefit plans and programs comply with all federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ERISA, ACA, COBRA)
Monitor legislative and regulatory changes, advising leadership on impacts and required actions
Maintain robust governance and risk management practices for all programs
Manage employee benefit plan vendors, brokers, and consultants, ensuring high service levels and cost-effective solutions
Lead and manage RFPs, renewals, and contract negotiations
Partner with Finance and People Operations to manage employee benefit plan and program budgets, forecasting, and cost optimization strategies
Drive effective communication and education strategies to maximize employee understanding and engagement in employee benefit offerings
Utilize employee feedback, market trends, and analytics to continuously improve the employee experience
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across HR and the business on employee benefit strategy and priorities
Collaborate with People Operations, Finance/Payroll, and IT to ensure smooth administration and automation of employee benefit processes

Qualification

Employee benefits strategyVendor managementRegulatory complianceAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsProject managementRelationship managementChange managementCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

10+ years of progressive experience in employee benefits, including leadership in multinational or regional roles
Deep knowledge of United States employee benefit landscape, law, and regulatory framework
Strong vendor management and negotiation skills, with a proven track record of delivering cost-efficient, high-quality programs
Experience scaling programs in a high-growth, fast-paced environment; life sciences or biotech industry experience strongly preferred
Practical experience managing employee benefit plans and programs
Bachelor's degree required

Preferred

Advanced degree or certification (CEBS, GBA, CBP or similar) preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
A lifestyle reimbursement program
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
401(k) with a generous company match
Paid time off
Wellness days
Holidays
Two company-wide recharge breaks
Generous family resources and leave

Company

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals

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Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.55B
Key Investors
Blackstone Life SciencesBlackstone CreditRegeneron
2025-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $661.25M
2022-09-12Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2022-03-04IPO

Leadership Team

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Yvonne Greenstreet
Chief Executive Officer
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Jeff Poulton
Chief Financial Officer
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