Director, Executive Compensation

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Your Role: Director, Executive Compensation

Reporting to the Executive Director, Global Total Rewards, this role will lead the design and administration of Elanco’s executive compensation and equity programs. The role will provide critical support for executive pay decisions, proxy disclosures, and Compensation Committee materials, ensuring our programs remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with business strategy.

This is a highly strategic and collaborative role that works cross-functionally across the organization, partnering closely with leaders in HR, Finance, Legal and external vendors and consultants to develop and implement effective solutions.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, collaborative, technically proficient professional who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Your Responsibilities:

• Administers the company’s executive compensation & equity plans and programs including deferred compensation
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and HR business partners on executive compensation matters.
• Function as point of contact for senior leaders within the organization to provide information and consultation on their total rewards package
• Develops and implements executive compensation and programs based on Elanco’s compensation philosophy, culture, business strategy, and market practices.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to design and recommend short- and long-term incentive programs, including equity plans and performance-based awards.
• Prepares materials, agenda, and planning for the Compensation & Human Capital Committee of the Board of Directors
• Prepares the CD&A, relevant tables, and other content for the annual proxy, consulting legal, finance, and other partners as necessary
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and external advisors on executive pay governance and disclosures.
• Manages applicable executive compensation and equity vendor relationships
• Conducts executive market pricing activities including job matching, data analytics, job pricing, and executive compensation survey submissions
• Provide modeling and scenario analysis to support decision-making on pay structures and equity allocation.
• Assists in the due diligence analysis for mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align total rewards programs with broader HR and business strategies.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, human resources, or related field is required.
• Experience: A minimum of 8 years of experience in progressive compensation or related experience with 3 years in executive compensation within a public company environment.
• Executive compensation and governance mastery: Design/administer STI/LTI/equity programs; deep SEC/proxy and federal/state regulatory knowledge; experienced with Compensation Committee/Board materials and engagement; M&A compensation integration; collaborate with external providers.
• Data-driven program leadership and stakeholder communication: Strong financial/analytical skills and data storytelling; project/change management across multiple priorities; excellent interpersonal communication with senior stakeholders; advanced Excel/PowerPoint; proficiency with HR/comp systems (e.g., Workday).
• Proven experience preparing materials for Compensation Committees, working with senior executives and external providers.
• Understanding of financial statements and financial metrics.
• Strong project and change management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret and communicate data.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including demonstrated experience working collaboratively with multiple disparate stakeholders at all levels including the Board of Directors.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Detail-oriented, collaborative, technically proficient professional who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations and legislation that impacts executive total rewards programs
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Experience with compensation and HR Systems (Workday preferred)

Additional Information:

• Travel: < 10%
• Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Indianapolis, IN - Hybrid Work Environment

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

Elanco Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:

• Multiple relocation packages
• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Annual bonus offering
• Flexible work arrangements
• Up to 6% 401K matching

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status