Benefits Advisor

2 weeks ago


Montréal, Canada Canadian National Railway Full time

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

**Job Summary**

The Benefits Advisor is responsible for managing and administering plans and programs for CN’s Benefits Team portfolio. The role supports Benefits Managers on financial aspects, design, governance, communication, management of external providers, coordination with unions and other functions.

**Main Responsibilities**

**Group Benefits Plans**
- Collaborate with external vendors to manage administration of the Canadian benefit plans and annual enrollment
- Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and support various CN stakeholders on benefits-related issues (Labour Relations (LR) and Human Resources (HR), Accounting, and Finance)
- Support Benefit Manager on ongoing review of policies, programs, processes, and monitoring of market best-practices
- Develop communications pertaining to Canadian benefits
- Perform analyses and support projections for budgeting and funding of benefit programs
- Support the evaluation of the cost impact of potential changes to support recommendations in union negotiations
- Support Benefits Manager in the review and update contracts based on latest agreements or provisions, and collaborate with Legal and Supply Management teams for contract renewals and implementations
- Support Benefits Manager in negotiations and renewal of annual group insurance with multiple insurers
- Monitor and assess impact of legislative changes across all provinces and at the federal level

**Special Projects**
- Perform analyses and prepare business cases and recommendations for special ad hoc projects such as a Request For Proposals (RFPs), potential acquisitions, and new programs
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within CN in support of other functions

**Disability Management **(**Canada**)**
- Monitor and make recommendations to improve internal processes
- Participate in management and coordination of Union Long Term Disability (LTD) Committee and Benefit Advisory Committee

**Conditions**

The role has hybrid working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines and handle pressure.

**Requirements**:
**Experience**
- Minimum 5 years of experience in benefits administration
- Experience with leading projects and managing internal and external stakeholders

Education/Certification/Designation
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) designation considered an asset

**Competencies**
- Makes informed and timely decisions to get things done
- Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience
- Applies analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable performance
- Builds and maintains an internal network to support a better overall work experience
- Deals with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes
- Shares timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively
- Shows initiative and empowers others to raise CN’s collective game
- Project Management

Technical Skills/Knowledge
- Knowledge in group insurance programs
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Basic knowledge of Systems, Applications and Products (SAP)*
- Fluently bilingual both written and verbal (English, French) *
- Any experience for any of the above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.



  • Montréal, Canada Domtar Full time

    **Position title**:Advisor, Benefits and Well-Being **Location**:Montreal (hybrid) **Reports to**: Manager, Benefits **Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities**: - Supervise and coordinate the activities of the different employee benefits service providers (insurers and consultants). - Coordinate the group insurance renewal and enrollment initiatives,...


  • Montréal, Canada Domtar Full time

    **Position title**:Advisor, Benefits and Well-Being **Location**:Montreal (hybrid) **Reports to**: Manager, Benefits **Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities**: - Supervise and coordinate the activities of the different employee benefits service providers (insurers and consultants). - Coordinate the group insurance renewal and enrollment initiatives,...


  • Montréal, Canada Domtar Full time

    **Position title**:Advisor, Benefits and Well-Being **Location**:Montreal (hybrid) **Reports to**: Manager, Benefits **Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities**: - Supervise and coordinate the activities of the different employee benefits service providers (insurers and consultants). - Coordinate the group insurance renewal and enrollment initiatives,...


  • Montréal, Canada Kitco Metals Inc. Full time

    The Payroll & Benefit Specialist will manage the full cycle of both the Canadian and US payroll as well as administering the employee benefits. - You will play an important and strategic role in all payroll related initiatives and projects while having full responsibility of the payroll. You will be responsible for the payroll tax and account...


  • Montréal, Canada Kitco Metals Inc Full time

    **PURPOSE**: The Payroll & Benefit Specialist will manage the full cycle of both the Canadian and US payroll as well as administering the employee benefits. You will play an important and strategic role in all payroll related initiatives and projects while having full responsibility of the payroll. You will be responsible for the payroll tax and account...


  • Montréal, Canada Sun Life Full time

    You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll...

  • HR Advisor

    4 weeks ago


    Montréal, Canada Omnitrans inc. Full time

    If you are looking for a positive work environment, a sense of belonging, purpose and happiness of human dimensions, where collaboration and continuous improvement are part of your day-to-day, and where you have a direct impact on the customer experience, you are at the right place ! The HR Advisor and HRIS Specialist (the “Advisor”) is responsible for...


  • Montréal, Canada Kitco Metals Inc Full time

    **PURPOSE**: The Payroll & Benefit Specialist will manage the full cycle of both the Canadian and US payroll as well as administering the employee benefits. You will play an important and strategic role in all payroll related initiatives and projects while having full responsibility of the payroll. You will be responsible for the payroll tax and account...

  • Remote Advisor

    3 weeks ago


    Montréal, QC, Canada Desjardins Group Full time

    Senior Advisor, Operational risks page is loaded Senior Advisor, Operational risks Apply remote type The work arrangement for the position is hybrid work locations 200, rue des Commandeurs Lévis time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id R2403500 As a senior operational risk advisor, you help prevent, analyze and develop...

  • Remote Advisor

    2 weeks ago


    Montréal, QC, Canada Desjardins Group Full time

    Senior Advisor, Business development and sales support page is loaded Senior Advisor, Business development and sales support Apply remote type The work arrangement for the position is hybrid work locations Montréal time type Full time posted on Posted 13 Days Ago job requisition id R2404131 As a senior sales and business development support advisor, you...

  • Financial Advisor

    7 days ago


    Montréal, Canada Scotiabank Full time

    Requisition ID: 166040 Join the Global Community of Scotiabankers to help customers become better off. Financial Advisor - West Island At Scotiabank we help employees build their futures - where they can be themselves, and win together. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a performance-oriented culture that includes coaching, learning, and...

  • Advisor

    2 weeks ago


    Montréal, Canada Financière Sun Life Full time

    What’s holding you back from building your ow n business? Take control of your life and determine your ow n success. Enjoy financial independence and work life balance. As a Sun Life Financial advisor you’ll receive exceptional training and support to help build your business, competitive compensation, and ongoing recognition for your achievements....


  • Montréal, Canada Desjardins Full time

    As Visual Communications Advisor supporting Communications and Business Development Solutions, Group Benefits and Retirement Savings, you will provide high-quality and timely graphic support for various presentations and communications aimed at clients, group advisors and plan members. Your organizational skills and proactive approach will be put to good use...


  • Montréal, Canada Domtar Full time

    **Position title**:Canadian Benefits Administration & Pension Coordinator **Location**:Montreal (hybrid) **Reports to**: Manager - HR Specialized Services Poste aussi affiché en français sous le titre Coordonnateur(trice), avantages sociaux & régimes de retraites canadiens The Canadian Benefits & Pension Coordinator will provide support to the...


  • Montréal, Canada Desjardins Full time

    As a Field claims advisor, you help serve and maintain business relationships with members and clients for all claims. You handle high-complexity property insurance claims and medium-complexity accident benefit and bodily injury claims. You investigate and approve claims. You solve problems using your analytical skills and extensive discipline-specific...


  • Montréal, QC, Canada Scotiabank Full time

    Join the Global Community of Scotiabankers to help customers become financially better off. Scotiabank is a premier financial institution and Canada’s most international bank recognized as a Best Workplace, in Canada, Mexico, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Panama, Peru, Chile and Latin America by the Great Place to Work...

  • Advisor, Business

    5 days ago


    Montréal, Canada Desjardins Full time

    As a business advisor, you help serve, prospect for, solicit, and develop and maintain business relationships with members and clients who have specialized advisory needs. You provide customer service and help sell specialized products and services through multiple distribution channels based on member/client needs and current strategies and practices. You...

  • Travel Advisor

    7 days ago


    Montréal, Canada Opportunity Quest Full time

    **Job Title: Travel Advisor** **Compensation: Daily payment of $127-$248** **Duties and Responsibilities**: - Provide expert advice to clients on various travel destinations. - Offer accurate information on attractions, activities, and points of interest. - Facilitate bookings for travel, entertainment, and visitor attractions. - Arrange travel...


  • Montréal, QC, Canada Desjardins Group Full time

    Senior Advisor, IT architecture page is loaded Senior Advisor, IT architecture Apply remote type The work arrangement for the position is hybrid work locations Montréal time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R2403820 As a senior advisor, IT architecture, you actively monitor opportunities offered by new technologies and...


  • Montréal, Canada Telecon Inc Full time

    Emplacement du poste: **Montréal** - État/Province: **Québec** **SUMMARY**: *** Telecon is looking for an energetic and career minded individual to take on the position of Customer Compliance Advisor. This full-time, permanent opportunity includes health benefits, a company match RRSP plus opportunities for growth in addition to a terrific work...