Compensation and Benefits Advisor

3 weeks ago


Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

Req ID: 180520
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Various Locations Throughout Nova Scotia

Department: Compensation and Benefits - People Services
Type of Employment: Permanent and Temporary Opportunities Available
Status: Non-Union Positions

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We're on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

We're hiring Compensation and Benefits Advisors across the Nova Scotia This in a hiring pool that will be used to fill upcoming Compensation and Benefits Advisor positions. Your application may be kept on file for consideration up to 6 months after applying.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Compensation and Benefits the Compensation and Benefits Advisor is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all employee life cycle transactions through the administration of pension plans, insured and self-insured benefits plans, leaves, retirements, and terms and conditions of employment as described by legislation, collective agreements and policies.

The Advisor acts as a first point of contact and resource for managers, employees, and People Services colleagues in ensuring compliance and alignment with relevant legislation, regulations, collective agreements, policies, operational and strategic objectives, and the mission, vision and values of the organization. They are responsible to maintain a high degree of data and business process quality and integrity, and to actively participate in the continuous improvement process. The Advisor applies a broad base of knowledge and experience in successfully carrying out the responsibilities of the role.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of post-secondary degree/diploma in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
  • Relevant certification in employee pensions, benefits, and business enterprise information systems (particularly SAP) preferred
  • Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in the administration of pensions and benefits, and terms and conditions of employment as related to the validation and processing of employee life cycle transactions in a business enterprise software system (particularly SAP), preferably in a unionized health care environment
  • Demonstrated planning, organizing, prioritizing and time management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills including ability to work as a team member and ability to foster collaborative relationships
  • Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and ability to work independently
  • Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking, synthesize information, problem solve and utilize good judgment in decision making
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality; recognize sensitive issues and respond appropriately
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
  • Some travel will be required
  • Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application. Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours of Work

  • Permanent and temporary positions available

Salary Information

Compensation & Benefits Advisor:

$ $ hourly

Locations Available
Positions available include hybrid and on-site work requirements. We are seeking Compensation and Benefits Advisors in multiple facilities across Nova Scotia. Check out the below links to learn more about our facilities, zones and communities:

  • Facility Profiles
  • Central Zone (Halifax Regional Municipality, Eastern Shore and West Hants areas)
  • Western Zone (Annapolis Valley, South West and South Shore areas)
  • Northern Zone (Colchester, Cumberland and Pictou County)
  • Eastern Zone (Cape Breton, Antigonish and Guysborough area

Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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