Executive Advisor

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 over 150 employees. Headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, Plannera oversees $15 billion in assets across 11 pension plans and 23 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 100,000 plan members, everyone from small-town firefighters to crown corporation executives.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Vice President, Member Services, you will be working with three branches within Plannera, Education and Engagement, Benefits and Pension Administration. While reporting directly to the VP, Member Services you will work across all three branches with a team of 10 leaders to provide the following:

- Coordination of budgets across three divisions.
- Provide advice, guidance and support to the VP and their leadership team
- Direct the preparation be briefing materials for pensions and benefit governing bodies including reviewing and approving support materials to be presented to the VP.
- Supervise and provide mentorship to receptionist and administration assistant for Client Service.
- Work collaboratively and build relationships with all levels of management and staff across the organization.
- Manage and respond to a broad range of complex policy or program issues and initiatives.
- Conduct research, provide analysis and develop recommendations for a coordinated response to resolve program and service delivery issues across Client Service.

You will have:

- The ability to problem-solve by referencing, understanding, and following legislation, policies, and procedures;- Strong interpersonal and communication skills;-
- The ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, taking into consideration changing priorities and tight deadlines; and- A thorough conscientious, and detail-oriented approach to work.

Typically, the knowledge and experience required to achieve the above is obtained through a combination of:

- A post-secondary degree in business administration;
- Experience in pension plan and benefits administration (asset); or
- An equivalent combination of education and work experience.

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