Thomas J. Cahill Iv, Sphr, Cecp, Accp, Ccp, Grp
About Thomas J. Cahill Iv, Sphr, Cecp, Accp, Ccp, Grp
Thomas J. Cahill IV serves as the Vice President of Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, and HR Operations at Wave Life Sciences, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in human resources and compensation, with a career spanning over two decades in various leadership roles across multiple companies.
Work at Wave Life Sciences
Thomas J. Cahill IV serves as the Vice President of Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, and HR Operations at Wave Life Sciences. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's human resources strategies in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Prior to this role, he was the Senior Director of Total Rewards at the same organization from 2018 to 2023, where he focused on employee compensation and benefits.
Education and Expertise
Thomas J. Cahill IV has an extensive educational background. He earned a Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (MILR) from Cornell University ILR School, focusing on Strategic Human Resources. He also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Boston College Carroll Graduate School of Management, with a concentration in Finance and International Management. Additionally, he completed an Advanced Certificate for Executives in Management, Innovation, and Technology (ACE) from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management. Cahill holds several professional certifications, including SPHR, CECP, ACCP, CCP, and GRP.
Professional Background
Cahill has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in human resources and compensation. He has worked at various organizations, including United Technologies, IBM, and Fidelity Investments. His roles have included Manager of Global Executive and Equity Compensation at United Technologies and Director of Global Compensation and Equity at Alexion Pharmaceuticals. He has also held positions at The Hartford, Aetna, and Vertex Pharmaceuticals, focusing on executive compensation and employee stock ownership plans.
Achievements in Human Resources
Cahill specializes in M&A due diligence and post-merger integration, demonstrating his capability in managing complex organizational changes. He has expertise in HR metrics and data analytics, which supports a data-driven approach to human resources management. His experience includes managing global equity and employee stock purchase plans (ESPP) and developing recognition programs aimed at enhancing employee engagement and motivation.