Analyst, Compensation (6-month contract)

Softchoice; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental

Employee Assistance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount

Job summary

Softchoice, a World Wide Technology company, seeks an Analyst, Compensation on a 6-month contract in Toronto. This hybrid role partners with HRBPs and managers to support compensation practices and programs.

You will administer bonuses, maintain salary structures, conduct market surveys for Canada and the US, and provide analytics to Finance. The role requires 3+ years in compensation, strong Excel skills, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in HR Management or a related discipline.
• Accreditaton as a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or working towards designation is an asset.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience in Compensation program administration.
• Experience administering compensation programs in Canada and the US is an asset.
• Strong data analysis skills with ability to navigate large reports.
• MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint proficiency; HRIS experience (SuccessFactors or Vantage).
• Experience with salary surveys (Radford or Mercer).
• Attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen and collaboration in a team setting.
• Ability to adapt to ambiguity in a growing organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong time management.
• Ability to handle confidential information and work under tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated, independent and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Provide compensation support and expertise to internal clients, including HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, and Softchoice leaders.
• Assist with training, communication, and implementation of compensation programs and processes.
• Administer the annual corporate bonus and merit programs.
• Update and maintain corporate and sales salary structures.
• Manage salary surveys and ad-hoc market surveys; support annual market analysis for Canada and the US.
• Create, update, and maintain compensation analytics reports.
• Assist with accruals and forecasts for Finance and financial reporting.
• Support job evaluation, including market matching and job code creation.
• Review and develop compensation guidelines and policies.
• Assist with pay equity program administration and reporting.
• Support ad-hoc reporting and integration projects as required.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

HR Management degree or diploma

CCP certification in progress (asset)

Tools

HRIS: SuccessFactors or Vantage

Salary surveys: Radford or Mercer

Job description

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Analyst, Compensation (6-month contract)

At Softchoice, a World Wide Technology (WWT) company, we work together to make a new world happen. As an IT solutions provider serving U.S. commercial and SMB organizations, as well as the entire Canadian market, we help organizations turn ambition into real‑world outcomes. We do this through the delivery of secure cloud, AI, software and digital workplace solutions that enable agility, innovation and growth.

We are certified as a Great Place to Work in both Canada and the United States, and have been recognized as a Best Workplace in Canada for more than 20 years. We stand proudly for our people and their success through career development and advancement, and continuously strive to do what’s good for our people and communities.

As part of WWT, we connect customers to the global scale, advanced innovation, world-class partnerships, and deep expertise of a leader in AI and digital transformation. This includes access to WWT’s Advanced Technology Center (ATC), a collaborative ecosystem featuring state-of-the-art hardware and software that enables customers and partners to conceptualize, test, and validate innovative solutions before deploying them at scale.

The impact you'll have:

Reporting to the Manager, Compensation, the Analyst, Compensation will act as a subject matter expert providing advice and support to Softchoice HR Business Partners and/or managers for all matters related to compensation practices and policies. This is a hybrid role with the expectation of being in the office a few times each month.

What you'll do:

• Provide compensation support and expertise to internal clients, including HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, and Softchoice people leaders.
• Assist with the training, communication, and implementation of compensation programs and processes.
• Administer the annual corporate bonus and merit programs.
• Update and maintain our corporate and sales salary structures.
• Manage salary surveys as well as ad-hoc market surveys, and assist with annual compensation market analysis for both Canada and the US.
• Create, update, and maintain reports for compensation-related analytics.
• Assist in providing timely, accurate accruals and forecasts to the Finance department for financial reporting purposes.
• Support the job evaluation function within the organization, including market matching and job code creation.
• Review and assist in the development of compensation guidelines and policies.
• Assist with pay equity and employment equity program administration and reporting.
• Assist as required with ad-hoc reporting and special company integration projects.

What you'll bring to the table:

• Degree or diploma in HR Management or a related discipline
• Accreditation as a Certified Compensation Professional, or working towards designation, is an asset
• 3+ years of relevant work experience in Compensation program administration
• Experience administering compensation programs in both Canada and the US is an asset; bonus if you have experience in administering global compensation
• Proven strength in data analysis with ability to identify and solve problems, and a high degree of comfort in navigating large reports
• Strong computer skills: expert user of MS Excel, proficient with Word and PowerPoint, experience with HRIS applications such as SuccessFactors or Vantage
• Experience navigating salary surveys and survey data, such as Radford or Mercer
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong business acumen
• Ability to excel in a highly collaborative and team-oriented environment.
• Ability to be flexible and able to deal with ambiguity in a growing and evolving organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Ability to work under stress, prioritize, meet tight deadlines, and handling multiple tasks
• Self-motivated, independent and proactive

Compensation:

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position in Toronto is $62,400 to $78,000 annually.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, education, and related certification. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.

Softchoice offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit plan to all full-time employees, which includes:

• Health and Wellbeing: Medical and Dental Care, Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Financial Benefits: RRSP/DPSP Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and Sick Leave, Holidays, Parental Leave, Volunteer Days, Bereavement Leave
• Additional Perks: Employee Discount Program

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.

At Softchoice, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to corporate tech, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• The People: You’ll thrive in our collaborative environment, surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation, driving our collective success
• High-Performing Culture: At Softchoice, we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other
• Flexibility: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best
• Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 21 consecutive years
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to a company culture where every team member can be their authentic self
• Competitive Benefits: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation? We are ready to help:

We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to [e-mail]. We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.

Our commitment to your experience:

We are committed to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind, we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone. We understand that you may need to interview with distractions around you (such as children or furry friends) and we will be doing the same.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

When you join Softchoice, we will onboard you remotely. Don't worry. It's quick, simple and you'll be connected with your new team in no time.