Private Company Compensation Data

Private Company Compensation Data

Real-time benchmarks. Built exclusively for private life science and tech companies — seed to pre-IPO, globally.

1.5 million data points. 315 job titles. Nearly three decades of private-market expertise. The compensation intelligence founders, boards, and investors use to make informed decisions.

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Start with Real-Time Market Data. No Cost.

Submit your company’s current compensation data through the Thelander Private Company Compensation Survey and unlock real-time benchmarks for every job title you enter. The more you give, the more you get.

No credit card. No commitment. Trustworthy, comprehensive data.

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Why Thelander?

Private Companies Only.

Other platforms mix public and private company data. We don’t. Our benchmarks come exclusively from the companies that actually look like yours — seed to pre-IPO, not Fortune 500.

Real data, not predictions.

When other platforms say “AI-powered,” they’re filling in the gaps where real data doesn’t exist. Every Thelander data point comes from a real private company that completed our survey. No predictions. No estimates.

Trusted by the investors, law firms, and recruiting firms shaping the industry.

Thelander has been endorsed by leading VC and PE firms, life science and technology law firms, and recruiting firms since day one. When your board asks where the numbers came from, the answer is already The Gold Standard.

Built for life science and tech.

Most platforms specialize in one. Thelander is purpose-built for both — with benchmarks and salary structures that actually reflect how each industry attracts, retains, and compensates talent as it moves across sectors.

Salary structures with job architectures that are built to scale.

Thelander Pay Plans give you a complete salary structure with total cash and equity ranges for Director-level employees and below. No starting from scratch. Can include job matching to ensure we account for your unique titles and title inflation.

Subscription Tiers.
Choose Your Level of Access.

Participation in the Thelander Private Company Compensation Survey unlocks discounted pricing and a free trial.

Silver — Free

Real-time compensation data for every job title you submit. The win-win starting point for founders and early-stage companies getting their infrastructure in place.
Includes:

  • Real-time base salary, bonuses, total cash, founder, and non-founder equity for every job title you submit. Submit data for 50 job titles, get benchmarks for all 50 in return
  • Private Company Overview Report
  • Compensation Committee Checklist
  • Webinar recordings and newsletters
  • Early event invitations
  • AI Compensation Consultant — included at every level

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Platinum Level

Full access to the Thelander private company dataset, plus our complete report library. Built for companies who need the depth to customize and drill down — with 8+ filters to benchmark where you are today and plan for what’s ahead.

Everything in Silver, plus:

  • Real-time data for 315 job titles, customizable by 8+ filters — funding stage, geography, company size, and more
  • Non-Investor Board Member Compensation Report
  • Job Descriptions
  • Change of Control and Severance Report
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Report
  • Year-End Merit Increase, Option Pool and Bonus Report
  • AI Compensation Consultant — access improves with your subscription level
  • Thelander Merger & Acquisitions Report
  • Thelander Year-End Merit Increase, Option Pool & Bonus Report
  • NEW: Thelander Pay Plans: Compensation structures for your staff-level employees (includes job matching)
  • Access to previous webinar recordings and monthly newsletters
  • Exclusive invitations for subscriber-only events

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    Diamond Level

    Everything you need for long-term compensation planning and strategic decision-making across your organization.

    Everything in Platinum, plus:

Who Uses Thelander?

Founders & CEOs

Set competitive pay and equity from day one — without overpaying or underpaying.

HR and People Leaders

Build scalable and holistic compensation structures backed by real private-market data, not public-company proxies or guesswork.

Boards and Compensation Committees

Make informed compensation decisions with credible third-party benchmarks. Board approved. The Gold Standard.

Investors and VC/PE Firms

Help your portfolio companies attract and retain top talent with market-aligned compensation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often is the data updated?

Thelander collects data year-round and publishes results in real time. No six-month-old annual snapshots.

How is Thelander different from other compensation resources, like Pave and Radford?

Most platforms mix public and private company data, or use AI to fill gaps where their data is thin. Others are cap table or compensation management tools that back into benchmarks as a secondary feature. Thelander is built specifically to address the unique compensation needs of private life science and technology companies — powered by real data, not predictions — from real companies. Backed by nearly three decades of relationships with the companies, investors, and service providers shaping the industry. And unlike other platforms, we are not just a data tool. We are a compensation data and consulting firm, with advisory services available to help you put the data to work. The biggest differentiator? We collect our compensation data from a good old-fashioned survey instead of plugging into payroll. Private companies have unique job titles and title inflation, and that data is inconsistent and unreliable because not all job titles are created equal. Quality in, quality out.

What industries does Thelander cover?

Private life science and tech companies, from seed to pre-IPO. Customize data by funding stage, geography, company size, revenue, valuation, and more.

Do I have to pay?

No. Participate in the Thelander Private Company Compensation Survey and unlock free access to real-time benchmarks for every job title you submit.

How many users are included?

Two users included, valid for 12 months. Additional seats available on request.

Can I see the platform before I subscribe?

Yes. Schedule a demo or complete the survey for free access today.

What is the AI Compensation Consultant?

An AI assistant trained exclusively on Thelander data. It is there to help you navigate the platform, answer questions about your data, and keep your survey responses current. It is not a replacement for our team — it is an addition to it.

Your Compensation. Covered.

Thelander is a comprehensive platform that has all your compensation needs covered in one place — backed by three decades of experience and trustworthiness.

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Need more help with your specific compensation needs? Learn more about our consulting services.