Senior Compensation Analyst

Job Description

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers.

We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come. As a Senior Compensation Analyst, at Gilead you will...

The Opportunity:
Gilead is seeking a senior level, hands on compensation professional to join our Total Rewards team. This individual contributor role is focused on delivering high quality compensation support while improving how our compensation processes operate at scale. You will work closely with Total Rewards Partners and key HR stakeholders, providing day to day compensation expertise and helping ensure our programs are delivered accurately, consistently, and efficiently.

In this role, you will take ownership of recurring compensation processes and play an active part in modernizing how the work gets done. We are looking for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, but also brings the experience and mindset to simplify, automate, and improve existing workflows. You will leverage Workday, reporting, automation, and emerging AI capabilities, including building AI agents, to reduce manual effort, strengthen consistency and controls, and create capacity for more strategic compensation work across the team.

Key Responsibilities:

Compensation Program and Process Support
• Provide hands on compensation support to Total Rewards Partners, HR Business Partners, Payroll, and other HR stakeholders on compensation related questions and activities.
• Support core compensation programs and processes, including market based pay, salary ranges, annual rewards cycles, and recognition programs.
• Ensure accurate and timely execution of compensation activities, with a strong focus on data quality, consistency, and adherence to compensation guidelines and policies.

Process Improvement, Automation, and AI Enablement
• Own and manage recurring compensation processes, with responsibility for improving how the work is delivered year over year.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate manual or repetitive compensation workflows using a mix of system configuration, reporting, and AI enabled solutions.
• Leverage Workday capabilities, automation tools, and AI agents to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and enhance the overall stakeholder experience.
• Partner with HR Technology and other cross functional teams to implement process enhancements, system improvements, and AI based solutions at scale.

Reporting and Insights
• Develop and maintain recurring compensation reports and dashboards that support planning, operational tracking, and decision making.
• Build scalable, repeatable reporting solutions by combining Workday reporting, data tools, automation, and AI driven insights.
• Improve self service reporting and standard outputs to reduce ad hoc work while increasing transparency and usability for stakeholders.
• Monitor key processes and data outputs to ensure appropriate controls and reliable results.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement
• Act as a proactive team member who challenges existing ways of working and brings practical, forward looking ideas for improvement.
• Collaborate closely with Total Rewards, HR Operations, HR Technology, and other partners to deliver scalable and sustainable solutions.
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution of compensation practices through continuous improvement and thoughtful use of new tools, automation, and AI technologies.

Qualifications:
• 6 Years of experience with a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience or 4 years of experience with a master's degree.
• 4–8 years of progressive compensation experience in a complex organization, with strong hands on involvement in program delivery and operations.
• Solid experience across core compensation programs and practices, including market based pay, salary ranges, annual rewards cycles, and recognition programs.
• Demonstrated experience supporting managers and HR stakeholders on compensation related questions, with the ability to provide clear, practical guidance grounded in compensation philosophy and policy.
• Strong Workday experience required, including compensation related processes and reporting. Experience improving or optimizing Workday workflows is a plus.
• Proven track record of improving, streamlining, or automating compensation or HR processes, with a focus on scalability, accuracy, and stakeholder experience.
• Experience using AI tools to improve HR or compensation processes. Hands on experience building or deploying AI agents is preferred, with Microsoft Copilot strongly preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with data, reporting, and process driven outputs. Experience with Power BI or similar tools is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a practical approach to controls and data integrity.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and balance hands on execution with continuous improvement.
• Clear communicator and collaborative team player who challenges the status quo constructively and partners effectively across Total Rewards and HR.

The salary range for this position is: $146,540.00 - $189,640.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

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* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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