Benefits & Pensions Advisor

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Full time

**Date Posted**:02/21/2024
**Req ID**:36090
**Faculty/Division**: People Strategy, Equity & Culture
**Department**: People Strategy, Equity & Culture
**Campus**: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

**Description**:
Reporting to the Assistant Director, Benefits & Pensions, the Benefits & Pensions Advisor provides a wide range of benefits, pensions, and employee-self-service (ESS) advice and support to Divisional HR Offices (DHROs), faculty, staff and retirees. The Advisor works closely with all third party benefits and pension administrators to ensure benefits and pension programs are administered in accordance to the plan terms for the approximately 21,000 active employees and 5,500 retirees.

The responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to: responding to complex benefit and pension plan inquiries from plan members including retiree health and dental plans; advising DHROs on processes, procedures and best practices; assisting in developing and delivering training programs to DHROs on pension and benefit related matters; manages benefit coverage for all retirees and for plan members taking various leaves of absences; working closely with third party administrators in resolving data discrepancies; managing increases in coverage and claims for life insurance; managing ongoing maintenance and continuous system improvement activities, including updates to the HRIS and ESS platforms; and providing support on special projects, as needed.

The Advisor plays a key role in the Division of People Strategy, Equity and Culture and is expected to maintain a high standard of professionalism by providing quality results for all clients in accordance with service level agreements while maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of relevant University policies, collective agreements and government legislation. The incumbent provides benefits and pensions advice and support which require knowledge of confidential information impacting staff, including retiree’s for health and dental coverage, in all employee groups.

**Qualifications Required**:
**I. EDUCATION**:
University degree in a relevant field of study and completion of (or working towards) Certificate in Human Resource Management (CHRP), Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

**II. EXPERIENCE**:
Minimum three years’ experience in benefit and pension administration preferably in an educational institution. General knowledge of Human Resources policies and procedures, and legislated benefits and pensions. Experience working in Human Resources or other service position. Familiarity with the University of Toronto would be an asset.

**III. SKILLS**:
**IV. OTHER**:
**NOTE: There are two (2) open positions for this role.**

**Closing Date**:03/05/2024,11:59PM ET
**Employee Group**: Salaried
**Appointment Type**: Budget - Continuing
**Schedule**: Full-Time
**Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone**:PM 1 - Hiring Zone: $73,810 - $86,112 - Broadband Salary Range: $73,810 - $123,015
**Job Category**: People Strategy, Equity & Culture



  • Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Full time

    **Date Posted**:07/27/2023 **Req ID**:33125 **Faculty/Division**: People Strategy, Equity & Culture **Department**: People Strategy, Equity & Culture **Campus**: St. George (Downtown Toronto) **Description**: Under the direction of the Director, Benefits, Pensions & Payroll, the incumbent provides a broad range of analytical and administrative services...


  • Toronto, Canada York University Full time

    **Purpose**: Administers the York University Pension Plan and employee benefit plans for all academic, non-academic employee groups, deferred pension plan members and retirees in accordance with established policies and procedures. Benefit plans include health, dental, vision, group life, voluntary accidental death and dismemberment, travel accident, long...


  • Toronto, Canada SickKids Full time

    **About SickKids**: Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and...


  • Toronto, Canada SickKids Full time

    **About SickKids**: Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and...

  • Pension Consultant

    7 days ago


    Toronto, Canada Aon Corporation Full time

    Posting Description: **Pension Consultant - Defined Benefit Pension Administration** Are you looking for an opportunity to join a global leader in the professional services space? This could be the opportunity for you! We are seeking a motivated, diligent and career-minded individual to join our Pension Administration team. This is a hybrid role with the...


  • Toronto, Canada PACE Consulting Benefits & Pensions Ltd. Full time

    **Look no further if you’re looking for an outstanding work/life balance, where you can work from home, no weekends and evenings. **If this sounds like something you're looking for, we want to hear from YOU! We’re actively looking for **Business Development Representatives** to join our growing team!! **What will I do?** As an **Business Development...


  • Toronto, Canada PACE Consulting Benefits & Pensions Ltd. Full time

    **Look no further if you’re looking for an outstanding work/life balance, where you can work from home, no weekends and evenings. **If this sounds like something you're looking for, we want to hear from YOU! We’re actively looking for **Inside Sales Representatives** to join our growing team!! **What will I do?** As an **Inside Sales Representative,**...


  • Toronto, Canada PACE Consulting Benefits & Pensions Ltd. Full time

    **What will I do?** As an Administrator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day client administration by providing support to various parties within the organization. This position plays a leading role in contributing to and enhancing the overall client experience. **Responsibilities (but not limited to)**: - Provide administrative support to various...

  • Sales Consultant

    1 week ago


    Toronto, Canada PACE Consulting Benefits & Pensions Ltd. Full time

    **_Are you a hunter, self-motivated, driven and goal orientated? If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! - ** We’re actively looking for **Sales Consultant **to join our growing sales team! **What** will I do?** As a Sales Consultant, you will be responsible to develop new business through actively prospecting and meeting with prospective...


  • Toronto, Canada PACE Consulting Benefits & Pensions Ltd. Full time

    **_We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Client Services Administrator to join our team. - ** **Job Summary** The Client Services Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day client administration as well as providing a broad range of support to the sales department. The Client Services Administrator plays a leading role in contributing...

  • Sales Representative

    2 weeks ago


    Toronto, Canada PACE Consulting Benefits & Pensions Ltd. Full time

    **_Are you a hunter, self-motivated, driven and goal orientated? If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! - ** We’re actively looking for **Sales Representative **to join our growing sales team! **What** will I do?** As a Sales Representative, you will be responsible to develop new business through actively prospecting and meeting with...

  • Pension Associate

    3 days ago


    Toronto, Canada Aon Full time

    **Job Description**: **Pension Associate Defined Benefits** Are you looking for an opportunity to join a global leader in the professional services space? This could be the opportunity for you! - We are seeking a hardworking, motivated, diligent and career-minded individual to join our Pension Administration team. This is a hybrid role with the flexibility...

  • Analyst, Pensions

    Found in: beBee S CA - 3 weeks ago


    Toronto, Canada Royal Bank of Canada Full time

    Job SummaryJob DescriptionWhat is the Opportunity?The Analyst, Pensions & Benefits will support the management, design, and governance oversight of RBC's international pensions, savings, and benefits programs in the British Isles, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The Analyst will partner with several stakeholders to support the operation of programs, ensuring...


  • Toronto, Canada Aon Corporation Full time

    Posting Description: Are you looking for an opportunity to join a global leader in Pension Administration? Are you a hardworking, motivated, diligent and career-minded individual? This could be the opportunity for you! This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Toronto office. **Aon is in the business of better...

  • Analyst, Pensions

    Found in: beBee S CA - 3 weeks ago


    TORONTO, Canada Royal Bank of Canada Full time

    Job SummaryJob DescriptionWhat is the Opportunity?The Analyst, Pensions & Benefits will support the management, design, and governance oversight of RBC's international pensions, savings, and benefits programs in the British Isles, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The Analyst will partner with several stakeholders to support the operation of programs, ensuring...


  • Old Toronto, Canada West Fraser Mills Ltd Full time

    Overview Languages English Education College/CEGEP or equivalent experience Business administration and management, general Human resources management and services, other Experience 1 year to less than 2 years Work setting Willing to relocate Head office Responsibilities Tasks Store, update and retrieve financial data Perform clerical...


  • Old Toronto, Canada West Fraser Mills Ltd Full time

    Overview Languages English Education College/CEGEP or equivalent experience Business administration and management, general Human resources management and services, other Experience 1 year to less than 2 years Work setting Willing to relocate Head office Responsibilities Tasks Store, update and retrieve financial data Perform clerical...


  • Old Toronto, Canada West Fraser Mills Ltd Full time

    Overview Languages English Education College/CEGEP or equivalent experience Business administration and management, general Human resources management and services, other Experience 1 year to less than 2 years Work setting Willing to relocate Head office Responsibilities Tasks Store, update and retrieve financial data Perform clerical...

  • benefits and pension plan officer

    Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 7 days ago


    Toronto, ON, Canada West Fraser Mills Ltd Full time

    Overview Languages English Education College/CEGEP or equivalent experience Business administration and management, general Human resources management and services, other Experience 1 year to less than 2 years Work setting Willing to relocate Head office Responsibilities Tasks Store, update and retrieve financial data Perform clerical...

  • Associate - Defined Benefit Pension Administration

    Found in: beBee jobs CA - 2 weeks ago


    Toronto, Ontario, Canada Aon Corporation Full time

    Associate, Pension AdministrationAre you looking for an opportunity to join a global leader in Pension Administration? Are you a hardworking, motivated, diligent and career-minded individual? This could be the opportunity for youThis is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Toronto office.Applicants must be legally authorized...