Megan James
About Megan James
Megan James serves as the Director of Benefits Strategy & HR Policy at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. She has extensive experience in employee benefits and wellness programs, having held various roles at companies such as Pandora, Zillow Group, and GitHub.
Work at Sana Biotechnology
Megan James serves as the Director of Benefits Strategy & HR Policy at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing benefits strategies that align with the company's goals. Her expertise in employee benefits and HR policy contributes to the overall employee experience and organizational effectiveness.
Previous Experience in Employee Benefits
Before joining Sana Biotechnology, Megan James held several key positions in employee benefits. She worked at Cruise as an Employee Benefits & Retirement specialist for six months in 2019. Following that, she served as a Benefits Consultant at GitHub for eight months in 2020. Additionally, she was the Head of Benefits, Health, Wellness, and Retirement Programs at Juno Therapeutics, Inc. from 2017 to 2019.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to her corporate roles, Megan James is the owner and consultant at Megan James LLC, a position she has held since 2020. This venture allows her to leverage her extensive knowledge in benefits strategy and HR policy to provide consulting services to various organizations.
Educational Background
Megan James completed her Bachelor of Arts in Humanities/Humanistic Studies at New College of California in 2006. This educational foundation supports her career in human resources and benefits management, equipping her with critical thinking and communication skills.
Notable Achievements in Benefits Management
Throughout her career, Megan James has made significant contributions to benefits management. At Pandora, she developed and implemented a 12-week parental leave program and conducted M&A benefits risk analysis. She also streamlined the leave of absence process by introducing a self-funded short-term disability process, enhancing the employee experience.