Program Manager, Employee Benefits

2 months ago

Winnipeg, Canada Canada Life Assurance Company Full time

Program Manager, Employee Benefits & Savings Plans

**Description:
- Permanent Full Time- As a member of the Employee Benefits team, the Program Manager, Employee Benefits & Savings** **Plans supports the development & management of Canada Life’s Employee Benefits Plan and provides backup support to for our Employee Savings plans. Key responsibilities include both leading and supporting the implementation of our benefits & saving strategy, plan design changes, plan governance, financial management and employee communication and education.- The preferred working location for this role is our Winnipeg head office.**What you will do**:

- Research and recommend solutions for escalations and exceptions of complex employee and advisor issues
- Compile, analyze and monitor a variety of program data
- Assess and maintain processes and controls to manage program risk, ensuring that respective plans meet regulatory and internal controls requirements.
- Assess legislative impacts, environmental and industry trends, and the competitive positioning of the plans within the portfolio
- Develop recommendations, business cases and secure approval for changes to benefits & savings programs and policies
- Improve employee understanding of programs by developing appropriate communication strategies and messaging
- Support vendor relationships and performance through service level agreements
- Support the implementation of the benefits strategy and lead program initiatives
- Lead annual cycle activities, including the benefits renewals, and employee information sessions
- Represent the team on assigned projects and working groups
- Financial management of respective plans to ensure alignment with budget and cost sharing philosophies

**What you will bring**:

- Experience:

- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with program management, experience designing and implementing HR benefits and savings programs
- Experience working on a national and/or multi-provincial plan is a strong asset.
- Education:

- Post-secondary education in Human Resources or Business/Commerce or related discipline.
- Group Benefits Associate (GBA), Retirement Plan Associate (RPA) or Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation is an asset.
- Skills:

- Trusted advisor with the ability to build strong partnerships.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts.
- Innovative thinker with a track record of identifying create solutions and driving successful implementation.
- Results-oriented, demonstrating the ability to execute on strategic plans and deliver measurable outcomes.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Strategic partner, aligning HR programs with broader business goals.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint required for day-to-day work.
- Bilingualism in both English and French is an asset to communicate to clients in both languages.
- The base salary for this position is between **$61,900**:

- $103,000 **annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.-
- Be your best at Canada Life- Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.- You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.- Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.- Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.- We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.-
- Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however onl

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