GeneDx (Nasdaq: WGS) delivers personalized and actionable health insights to inform diagnosis, direct treatment, and improve drug discovery. The company is uniquely positioned to accelerate the use of genomic and large-scale clinical information to enable precision medicine as the standard of care. GeneDx is at the forefront of transforming healthcare through its industry-leading exome and genome testing and interpretation services, fueled by the world’s largest, rare disease data sets. For more information, please visit www.genedx.com.
Summary
We are seeking a strategic Sr. Compensation Analyst to help build sustainable, scalable compensation practices across our organization. You will be responsible for managing compensation data and systems, conducting internal assessments and market benchmarking, and creating practical tools that make our performance-based compensation practices easy to understand and execute. You will own critical processes including quarterly incentive payouts, total rewards statements, and day-to-day administration while building resources that empower managers and employees to navigate our total rewards philosophy with confidence.
Job Responsibilities
Compensation Process & Framework Development:
- Design and implement sustainable compensation processes, including workflows for promotions, transfers, and pay adjustments
- Execute day-to-day compensation operations ensuring consistency with pay for performance compensation philosophy and internal equity guidelines
- Develop practical toolkits, guidelines, and decision-support resources for managers and HR partners
- Create clear documentation and training materials that make compensation practices accessible across the organization
Incentive Program Administration:
- Own the end-to-end quarterly incentive program process including eligibility tracking, performance data validation, payout calculations, and accuracy verification
- Ensure seamless execution of incentive payouts aligned with our pay-for-performance model
- Develop and maintain incentive program documentation, guidelines, and reporting
- Partner with Finance and Payroll to ensure accurate and timely incentive processing
- Analyze incentive program effectiveness and provide recommendations for continuous improvement
Internal Assessment & Benchmarking:
- Conduct comprehensive internal equity analyses to identify pay disparities and ensure fair compensation practices within our pay-for-performance framework
- Perform regular market benchmarking studies to maintain competitive positioning
- Own job leveling activities and ensure consistency in level assignments across the organization
- Partner with leadership to refine job architecture and compensation structures using data-driven insights
- Analyze compensation trends and provide recommendations to support equitable pay practices
Data Analysis & Insights:
- Prepare compensation reports, compa-ratio analysis, cost modeling, and budget impact assessments
- Conduct trend analysis and scenario planning to inform strategic decision-making
- Support budget forecasting and annual planning cycles with comprehensive data and insights
- Build dashboards and reporting tools that make compensation data accessible and actionable for stakeholders
Compensation Technology Optimization:
- Own the annual total rewards statement process ensuring seamless distribution and employee understanding of our comprehensive pay-for-performance compensation package
- Configure compensation systems and optimize to improve efficiency and user experience
- Implement technology solutions that streamline compensation workflows
- Serve as a power user and resource for compensation tools across the organization
- Identify opportunities to reduce manual processes and improve data accuracy
Total Rewards Communication & Enablement:
- Develop presentations and documentation that translate complex compensation concepts for diverse audiences
- Craft communication strategies and materials for compensation, equity, and total rewards programs
- Design self-service tools and resources to empower managers and employees
Other duties and projects as assigned
People Manager
Education, Experience, and Skills
- 5+ years of compensation experience with strong focus on analysis, benchmarking, and process development
- Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms (ADP or similar) and compensation tools
- Proven experience conducting internal equity assessments and market benchmarking studies
- Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into clear insights and recommendations
- Understanding of compensation philosophy, job leveling, and pay equity principles
- Exceptional attention to detail with ability to ensure accuracy and consistency across compensation programs
- Experience creating practical tools, frameworks, and resources for non-compensation audiences
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to simplify complex concepts
- Advanced proficiency with Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis) and presentation software
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Nice-to-have:
- Experience in high-growth or scaling company environments
- Familiarity with Payscale
- Project coordination experience
- Experience with leveling assessments/organizational redesign
- Experience with survey participation and market data sources (Radford, Mercer, etc.)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Physical Demands
This is a sedentary role requiring prolonged periods of sitting while working at a computer. Physical demands include:
- Sitting for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day)
- Repetitive use of hands and fingers for typing and mouse operation
- Visual acuity for reading computer screens and documents
- Ability to communicate effectively via phone and video calls
- Occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds (office supplies, equipment)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Work Environment
This is a fully remote position. The employee will work from a home office or other suitable remote location with reliable high-speed internet access. Work is performed in a climate-controlled environment using standard office equipment including computer, phone, and video conferencing tools. Your standard work schedule and hours will be established in collaboration with your leader and may be adjusted to align with evolving business needs.
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Science - Minded, Patient - Focused.
At GeneDx, we create, follow, and are informed by cutting-edge science. With over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing rare disorders and diseases, and pioneering work in the identification of new disease-causing genes, our commitment to genetic disease detection, discovery, and diagnosis is based on sound science and is focused on enhancing patient care.
Experts in what matters most.
With hundreds of genetic counselors, MD/PhD scientists, and clinical and molecular genomics specialists on staff, we are the industry’s genetic testing experts and proud of it. We share the same goal as healthcare providers, patients, and families: to provide clear, accurate, and meaningful answers we all can trust.
SEQUENCING HAS THE POWER TO SOLVE DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES.
From sequencing to reporting and beyond, our technical and clinical experts are providing guidance every step of the way:
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
- High-quality testing: Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited and most of our tests are also New York State approved.
- Advanced detection: By interrogating genes for complex variants, we can identify the underlying causes of conditions that may otherwise be missed.
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
- Thorough analysis: We classify variants according to our custom adaptation of the most recent guidelines. We then leverage our rich internal database for additional interpretation evidence.
- Customized care: Our experts review all test results and write reports in a clear, concise, and personalized way. We also include information for research studies in specific clinical situations.
- Impactful discovery: Our researchers continue working to find answers even after testing is complete. Through both internal research efforts and global collaborations, we have identified and published hundreds of new disease-gene relationships and developed novel tools for genomic data analysis. These efforts ultimately deliver more diagnostic findings to individuals.
Learn more About Us here.
Our Culture
At GeneDx, we are dedicated to cultivating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive. We believe in the power of community and collaboration, where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every voice contributes to our shared success. Our team is a vibrant mix of professionals who challenge and support each other in equal measure, fostering growth both personally and professionally. When you join us, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a movement. A movement that champions curiosity, embraces change, and believes in making an impact, one patient at a time. Cultural principles we live by:
- Be bold in our vision & brave in our execution.
- Communicate directly, with empathy.
- Do what we say we're going to do.
- Be adaptable to change.
- Operate with a bias for action.
Benefits include:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Discounts
- Voluntary benefits
GeneDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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