Manager, Benefits

4 months ago

Edmonton, Canada CWB Financial Group Full time

At

CWB

, we strive to build value for the people who choose us every day: our people, our clients and our investors. We do this by:
- Putting people first and building relationships with intention- Seeking out and embracing new ideas- Believing that how we do things is as important as what we do

Roles Specifications

Location | Edmonton, AB

The opportunity

We’re looking for a dynamic Manager, Benefits to lead the delivery of comprehensive employee health, benefits, and wellness programs at CWB Financial Group. In this key role, you’ll oversee a dedicated team managing group insurance, disability programs, retirement savings plans, and employee share purchase plans. You’ll also play a pivotal role in supporting wellness initiatives and the Employee Assistance Plan. As a crucial part of our Total Rewards team, you’ll contribute to a rewards strategy that reflects our values, improves our employee value proposition, and strengthens our ability to attract and retain top talent.

Areas of focus

Group Benefits Administration- Oversee and responsible for the administration of CWB’s group benefit plans, ensuring accurate processing, payment, and reconciliation of invoices, and maintaining funding for ASO benefits.- Liaise with benefit consultants and providers to assess plan competitiveness, conduct ongoing review of usage trends, and monitor costs.

Disability and Leave Management- Effectively manage and oversee the disability programs and resolving complex cases with collaborators.- Maintain up-to-date leave policies and manage the outsourced disability provider, ensuring clear communication and regular reporting to stakeholders.

Retirement and Wellness Program Administration- Administer the Employee Share Purchase Plan, retirement programs, and wellness initiatives, including the Employee Assistance Program, while managing vendor relationships and budgets.- Oversee the preparation of annual audits and reporting.

Team Leadership- Serve as the escalation point for health, benefits, and wellness matters, aligning team efforts with CWB Group’s strategic goals.- Assist with key initiatives and projects as required.

Successful incumbent

This role requires an individual with strong integrity and professionalism, who excels in both written and verbal communication. The successful incumbent will demonstrate superior organizational and project management skills, a strong drive for process improvement, and the ability to deliver exceptional customer service by effectively analyzing data, solving problems, supporting employees, and collaborating with stakeholders on complex health, benefit, and wellness programs.

Capabilities that will take you further- University degree in Human Resources or a related field (e.g., Health Promotion, Psychology, Holistic Health), or equivalent experience; a diploma in a health-focused field is an asset.- A Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) or a Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) designation is an asset- 5+ years direct experience managing benefits programs, including deep knowledge of group insurance benefits strategies and overall plan management, disability, wellbeing, and managing vendor and consultant relationships.- 3+ years of leadership experience managing benefits, compensation, and/or total rewards teams

Why work with us?

Your success is our obsession And our award-winning culture & benefits back it up.

Proudly recognized by Great Place to Work® in 2024 as one of Canada’s top 50 Best Workplaces & member of Waterstone Human Capital’s Most Admired Corporate CulturesTM Hall of Fame.
- Wellness matters_. We offer an award-winning benefits package that includes:
- Hybrid work environments- Everyday flexibility- Generous company-funded health coverage- Health care spending account- A flexible wellness program- generous time-away options to unplug, rest & recover
- Career development._ We commit to our employees’ development and help them reach their professional goals with:
- Organization wide coaching services- Mentorship- Education support & training programs
- Bring your whole self to work._ Inclusion is a journey requiring practice & experience to result in a powerful outcome. Your perspective matters & voice will be heard. Find community within the CWB family in our employee represented groups.

LI-BS1

As an equitable employer, CWB Financial Group is committed to providing a safe and

inclusive environment

where a diverse workforce thrives. You are welcomed and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Dignity, respect and equality are non-negotiables. If you require

accommodation

during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please reach out.

Closing Date:

- Position closes at 12:01am on the close date identified below.

08/30/2024

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