Total Rewards Specialist

About the Opportunity Program Management & Strategy Design, evaluate, and manage compensation, benefits, and incentive programs to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity. Provide insights and recommendations on pay structures, salary adjustments, and incentive plans. Lead the administration of group benefits, retirement programs, and wellness partnerships, ensuring seamless operations and compliance. Partner with external providers to oversee renewals, funding, and reporting processes. Drive communication and education initiatives to improve employee understanding and engagement in total rewards programs. Compensation Administration Support annual compensation cycles including merit increases, bonuses, and incentive payouts. Conduct job evaluations, benchmark roles through market analysis, and maintain up-to-date salary structures. Oversee compensation data integrity, reporting, and compliance with employment legislation. Participate in market surveys to ensure pay practices remain competitive. Benefits & Retirement Administration Manage day-to-day benefit and retirement plan operations, including enrollment, life event changes, and leaves of absence. Respond to employee inquiries with professionalism and accuracy. Collaborate with Payroll and HR Systems to ensure accurate deductions and data maintenance. Monitor trends and recommend enhancements to optimize value and cost-effectiveness. Stakeholder & Vendor Relations Serve as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders on compensation and benefits matters. Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure delivery of agreed service levels. Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Communications, and other departments to support business goals. Participate in due diligence and integration planning for acquisitions as needed. About You 5+ years of progressive experience managing or administering total rewards programs (compensation, benefits, retirement). Strong knowledge of compensation design, market benchmarking, and benefits administration. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Proven ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively across all levels. Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with HRIS or payroll systems. Post-secondary degree in business, human resources, or a related field (designations such as CCP, CEBS, or PLP are assets). Salary Range $80,000 - $95,000 / year How to Apply Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote # . You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. 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