Director, Total Rewards
Company websitenurixtx.com (Nurix, opens in new tab)
Base salary $250,800 to $278,800
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Brisbane, CA
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- LocationBrisbane, CA
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Director, Total Rewards
Position Description
Nurix is seeking a Director, Total Rewards to lead the strategy, design, and execution of our compensation and benefits programs. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer, with the opportunity to shape and scale total rewards infrastructure. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in compensation and benefits with strong business acumen and sound judgment.
The Opportunity
Compensation Strategy & Programs
- Own the design, implementation, and administration of Nurix’s base pay, incentive compensation, equity, and executive compensation programs
- Partner with the CHRO to lead annual compensation cycles, including merit increases, bonus funding and payout, and equity refresh grants
- Conduct and manage market benchmarking and job leveling to ensure competitive, equitable pay practices across the organization
- Monitor pay equity across the organization and lead proactive pay equity analyses and remediation
- Stay current on evolving compensation regulations (e.g., pay transparency, pay equity laws) and ensure company practices remain compliant across jurisdictions
Benefits Strategy & Programs
- Design and manage a competitive, cost-effective benefits portfolio, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs (401(k)), leave policies, and wellness offerings
- Own vendor and broker relationships, lead renewal negotiations, and evaluate new offerings to ensure programs remain market-competitive and fiscally responsible
- Ensure benefits programs are compliant with ERISA, ACA, ADA, FMLA, COBRA, and other applicable federal and state regulations
- Lead open enrollment planning and execution, including employee communication and education strategies
Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership
- Serve as the subject-matter expert (SME) and trusted advisor to the CHRO, Head of Talent, HRBPs, and people managers on compensation and benefits matters
- Partner closely with Finance on compensation budgeting, forecasting, and equity/stock plan expense modeling
- Partner with Legal on equity plan administration, 409A matters, and regulatory compliance
- Develop and deliver clear, effective communications and training to help managers and employees understand total rewards programs
- In partnership with Head of HR Operations, evaluate and implement HRIS/compensation tools and systems to improve efficiency, data integrity, and reporting capabilities
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant certification (CCP, CBP, CEBS) preferred
- 8-10+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, including at least 3-5 years in a total rewards leadership role
- Prior experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences companies strongly preferred; experience in a clinical-stage or newly commercial company is a plus
- Deep knowledge of equity compensation structures (RSUs, ISOs/NSOs, ESPP) common in biotech
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights and recommendations
- Excellent judgment and discretion when handling highly sensitive compensation and personnel data
- Proven ability to build programs and processes in a growing, fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization, including the Board
Salary Range: $250,800 – $278,800 annually
The posted range applies to roles based in the San Francisco Bay Area and reflects local market conditions. Where an offer lands within that range depends on the candidate’s relevant experience, technical expertise, and how their background aligns with the role’s requirements.
Location: Onsite – Brisbane, CA
Fit with Nurix Culture and Values
- Strong team orientation; highly collaborative
- Solutions and results-oriented focus
- Hands-on approach; resourceful and open to diverse points of view
About Nurix Therapeutics
Nurix Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of targeted protein degradation medicines, the next frontier in innovative drug design aimed at improving treatment options for patients with cancer and inflammatory diseases. Powered by a fully AI-integrated discovery engine capable of tackling any protein class, and coupled with unparalleled ligase expertise, Nurix’s dedicated team has built a formidable advantage in translating the science of targeted protein degradation into clinical advancements. Nurix aims to establish degrader-based treatments at the forefront of patient care, writing medicine’s next chapter with a new script to outmatch disease.
Source: Nurix on Greenhouse · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($250,800) is above 97% of the 583 HR & Recruiting roles in California listed on this site. Their median floor is $150,000; the middle half runs from $125,500 to $172,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.
This listingDirector, Total Rewards$250,800 to $278,800
Director, Quality Compliance and Supplier Quality$243,900 to $262,600
Director, Head of Investigative Toxicology$240,100 to $281,700
Director, IT Infrastructure & Operations$260K to $300K
Director, Quality Assurance$228,100 to $252,000
Director, Nonclinical Toxicology Operations$220,700 to $252,667
Senior Director, Quality Control$280,200 to $319,800
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Director, Total Rewards (this listing) | $250,800 - $278,800 |
| Director, Quality Compliance and Supplier Quality | $243,900 - $262,600 |
| Director, Head of Investigative Toxicology | $240,100 - $281,700 |
| Director, IT Infrastructure & Operations | $260K - $300K |
| Director, Quality Assurance | $228,100 - $252,000 |
| Director, Nonclinical Toxicology Operations | $220,700 - $252,667 |
| Senior Director, Quality Control | $280,200 - $319,800 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-09-21
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Brisbane, California
Salary Range: $250,800 – $278,800 annually
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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