Senior Compensation Associate, Human Resources

Permanent Full Time 

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Are you passionate about data, detail, and driving meaningful change? Join us as a Senior Compensation Associate and play a key role in shaping how we reward and recognize talent across Canada Life. In this role, you'll contribute to the design, implementation, and delivery of compensation programs, supporting areas such as Executive Compensation, Compensation Programs, and Global Mobility.

You'll ensure accurate program information and timely responses to inquiries, helping create a positive experience for leaders and employees. If you're curious, analytical, and eager to understand the "why" behind the numbers, this is your opportunity to grow and make an impact.

What You Will Do

• Provide administrative and analytical support in implementing and managing compensation programs aligned with our rewards strategy and philosophy.
• Respond to employee and leader inquiries via email and ServiceNET within established turnaround times, escalating as needed.
• Partner with Senior Consultants to conduct job evaluations, maintain job architecture frameworks, and perform HRIS updates related to job management.
• Participate in compensation survey submissions, assist with survey matching, and analyze market data to support benchmarking.
• Support corporate recognition programs, including vendor liaison, reporting, issue resolution, and invoice processing.
• Maintain and audit compensation program resources for employees and leaders, recommending improvements where needed.
• Assist with legislative research and summarize findings into clear, actionable formats.
• Contribute to the annual compensation planning process, including resource material preparation and system support.
• Provide analytical and administrative support to Executive Compensation and Global Mobility teams, including data collection, modeling, and coordination.
• Assist with global mobility processes such as invoice management, relocation tracking, SOP updates, and ad hoc projects.
  
  

What You Will Bring

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources, Finance, Mathematics, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an analytical role, ideally within HR or Compensation.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, vlookups, pivot tables) and comfort working with large datasets; PowerPoint and Word skills required.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends; curious and eager to understand the "why" behind the numbers.
• Detail-oriented with a strong aptitude for numbers and accuracy.
• Ability to manage sensitive data with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• As this position is posted in several locations, we specify that bilingualism (fluent in French, English, both oral and written) is required for Quebec only as the position will regularly serve our clients with French and English-speaking needs.  

Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Toronto, London, Winnipeg, Montreal.  

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The base salary for this position is between  $50,400 - $83,900 annually.  This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc).  If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You're part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You'll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you'll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It's our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that's trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. 

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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