BAND 3

Posting TitleBAND 3 - Senior Manager, Compensation and PayrollPosition ClassificationBand 3UnionN/AWork OptionsLocationBurnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA (Primary)Salary Range$88,700.23 to $125,700.07 per annumClose Date11/7/2025Job TypeRegular Full TimeTemporary End DateMinistry/OrganizationBC Public Service -> Liquor Distribution BranchMinistry Branch / DivisionBC Liquor Distribution BranchJob SummaryAbout the BCLDB:The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis and operates the retail brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.The LDB is committed to government's goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming. Learn more on the LDB careers page.In Human Resources (HR), we support a large, distributed organization with a range of services from our Talent & Compensation, Organizational Development & Change, Employee Relations and Investigations, and Organizational Health and Safety teams. You'll get the opportunity to flex your skills in supporting retail, warehouse, and corporate office environments with a unionized employee base. In HR, we know that ensuring employees feel valued and respected and providing opportunities for learning and development is how our business is able to drive efficiencies and profitability.About this role:The Senior Manager, Compensation & Payroll provides advice and guidance regarding compensation (including pay, benefits and leaves) consistent with policies and procedures defined by acts (CRA, Pension Administration, Service Canada), main and component agreements and/or direction from LDB executive. This position ensures the accurate processing of pay through the direction of payroll operations and leaves and benefits administration for all LDB employees and manages the relationship with LDB's external payroll services provider.The Senior Manager plays a critical role in strategic program development, projects and continuous improvements that improve operations and align to the organizational goals and strategies.The Senior Manager reports to the Director, Talent and Compensation, and applies an understanding of LDB operations and comprehensive knowledge of PSA policies, main and component agreements to manage the provision of services.Special requirements and working conditions include the ability to travel occasionally, and possibly overnight, within the Province of British Columbia. Candidates may also be required on occasion to work from the Delta location. A successful completion of a criminal record check is required.For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job description, also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.Position requirements:Education and Experience:Degree in business administration, finance, accounting, human resources or a related field, with 2 years of recent, related experience* in a payroll operations role.ORDiploma in business administration, finance, accounting, human resources or a related field with 3 years of recent, related experience* in a payroll operations role.ORCertificate in payroll administration or related field, with 4 years of recent, related experience* in a payroll operations role.Recent, related experience must have occurred within the last 10 years and must include the following:Providing payroll, employee benefits, and leave administration services, including experience with providing direction for the resolution of complex issues, preferably within a large, multifaceted organization.Leading, supporting, and developing direct and indirect reports in a leadership or management role within a structured organization, preferably managing multi-tiered support service delivery teams.Preference may be given to candidates with any of the following:National Payroll Institute designation: Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) or Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP).Experience overseeing the administration of pension plans and WorkSafe BC payments.Experience in a unionized environment.Experience with Human Resource Information Systems, PeopleSoft preferred.Application instructions:To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined in the position requirements section above. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as outlined in the attached Job Description. Applicants must meet the requirements as described below to be considered:A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.For specific position-related enquiries, please contact Elaine Morrow, HR Advisor, Talent and Compensation at Only applications submitted using the BC Public Service Recruitment System on this website will be accepted. For more information about how to create or update your profile, please refer to the attached Application Instructions or refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to before the stated closing time, and they will respond as soon as possible to assist you.Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.Working for the BC Public Service:The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements, such as a hybrid work combination of in-office and work-from-home, following the guidelines established for flexible workplaces.The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact or The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers.Job CategoryLeadership and Management