Compensation Specialist

Department: Human Resources

Employment Type: Full-Time

Requisition ID: 1323

Date Posted: October 30, 2025

Closing Date: November 13, 2025 or until filled

Job Summary
Reporting to the
Sr.
Director, Human Resources,
the
Compensation Specialist
is responsible for overseeing and administering the organizations compensation programs including the annual salary review, annual incentive programs as well as the annual labor budgeting process. In addition to administering and maintaining the organization's compensation programs, the Compensation Specialist will take a lead role in the updating, developing, and implementing compensation policies that align with strategic objectives. The position holder may provide comprehensive analytical and technical support to other HR teams as requested.

Responsibilities

• Manage the annual salary review and annual incentive programs and oversee the implementation and administration.
• Support and guide the Job Evaluation process in the evaluation of jobs. Ensure documentation evaluation history and results, including the standardization of position descriptions.
• Work collaborative with the finance team and business leaders in the preparation of annual budgets by preparing and distributing the HR budget template to leaders and returning consolidated information back to finance.
• Provide advice and coaching to leaders on compensation programs and their application and assist in policy and guideline interpretation.
• Review, model, and make recommendations on compensation policies and programs ensuring they are aligned to the overall total reward philosophy.
• Monitor the effectiveness of existing compensation policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Complete compensation surveys and review the published results, identify trends and recommend changes or adjustments to ensure market competitiveness.
• Develop and maintain compensation structures.
• Provide technical and analytical support to other HR teams as requested.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of compensation experience, broader total rewards or human resources experience are assets.
• Post-secondary education is preferred. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation or working towards is an asset.
• Must possess sound knowledge in compensation principles and processes, job evaluation, and market pricing methodologies.
• Possess strong systems skills including Microsoft Office products.
• Previous HRIS experience, specifically compensation modules.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, including listening and negotiating.
• Have and engaging in a consultative manner and can build consensus among coworkers and key stakeholders.

You and UFA. Let's Grow Together.
UFA is one of Canada's largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We're a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we're proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada's economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

• A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
• Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You'll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
• Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
• We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

Diversity Equity, and Belonging
At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact

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