Manager, Personal Finance and Employer Relations

Manager, Personal Finance and Employer Relations

Permanent Full-Time MGMT/ADMIN non-union 1801 Hamilton Street Regina SK, Regina, SK, CA

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1121

Salary Range: $85,760.00 To $128,640.00 Annually

About Us

Join the Plannera Team: A Career with Purpose. A Future with Possibilities.

Join our team of passionate pension and benefits professionals dedicated to helping members build a secure financial future Plannera Pensions & Benefits (Plannera), formerly known as the Public Employees’ Benefits Agency, is on the lookout for talented individuals to become part of our dynamic team of 150 employees. Headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, Plannera oversees $16 billion in assets across 11 pension plans and 16 benefits programs in the province. As a not-for-profit corporation, we take pride in administering two of Canada's top 100 pension plans—the Public Employees Pension Plan (PEPP), the country’s largest defined contribution plan, and the Municipal Employees' Pension Plan (MEPP). We serve over 900 employers and more than 105,000 plan members, everyone from small-town firefighters to crown corporation executives.

The Opportunity

Plannera has an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Personal Finance & Employer Relations within the Education and Engagement Branch.

Reporting to the Director, Education and Engagement, this position will be responsible to:

- Lead and manage a team of Retirement Information Consultants and Employer Relations Coordinators;

- Ensure team members have sufficient technical expertise and training, are current in best practices and can apply a range of strategies to educate and engage stakeholders;

- Review and implement an annual strategic plan to strengthen and maintain the quality of relationships Plannera has with its 900+ employers, as well as to establish and maintain a current database of employer contacts;

- Working with Communications, review and implement an annual strategic plan for member and employer education and engagement, with a primary focus on individual consultations with members and educational workshops on pension and retirement presented to members across the province;

- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Plannera leaders, as well as building and sustaining relationships with key Plannera employers and other relevant partners/stakeholders;

- Working with internal partners, conduct research in a number of different areas in order to inform and support their team. Areas of research could include adult learning techniques, pension administration trends, legislation (pension financial services), federal government benefit programs, estate planning, investments and customer service techniques;

- Provide technical advice, expertise and training (regarding financial literacy and retirement planning for members and pension administration for employers) for Plannera in a number of areas, including new service development, supporting system applications/development and pension administration best practices;

- Develop, implement and track the annual budget for their area; and

- Contribute to the overall planning and strategic direction of the branch in order to support the key goals of the Agency and ensure operations are economic, efficient and effective.

Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Leadership strengths that promote inclusion, engagement and foster an innovative, collaborative environment;

- A solid track record of building and maintaining positive relationships across a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders;

- Knowledge and experience in the financial services or pension administration sector;

- Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to work with, and influence, a variety of stakeholders; and

- Experience leading a team of skilled professionals.

Typically, experience in the financial services industry is required, while pension administration industry experience will be considered an asset. Certification (PPAC, ACAP) in the pension industry is also an asset. Experience in successfully leading and coaching a team will be considered an asset.

Why Choose Plannera?

- Industry Leader:Plannera is recognized as a leader in pension and benefit administration, providing personalized service and consistently achieving high member satisfaction scores.

- Global Partnerships:Our investment fund managers collaborate with some of the world’s leading fund managers, providing strong and diversified pension plan funds.

- Diversity and Inclusion:We believe in the strength of diversity and inclusion. Join a team that values and celebrates the unique perspectives each member brings.

- Making a Difference:As a Plannera employee, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the success of our organization and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our members.

What We Offer

- A competitive salary that reflects your expertise

- Comprehensive benefits package including pension to secure your financial future

- Career development, advancement and learning opportunities

- Vacation, scheduled days off (SDO) and other types of leave to support your well-being

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