Benefits Specialist - Full Time, Remote (Anywhere in Canada)

Starr Underwriting; Kitchener; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Benefits Specialist to foster a positive employee culture and manage various benefit programs in a fully remote role. This position is crucial for ensuring employees understand their benefits and for improving overall employee experience.

Qualifications

• Intermediate experience in benefits administration and management.
• Solid knowledge of employment legislation.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Administer employee benefits plans and handle inquiries.
• Manage disability claims and workplace accommodation programs.
• Create reports and analyze data for recommendations.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline

Job description

Company:

Xpera Risk Mitigation and Investigation LPBenefits Specialist - Full Time, Remote (Anywhere in Canada)

Benefits Specialist - Full Time, Remote (Anywhere in Canada)

Xpera Risk Mitigation & Investigation (Xpera) is Canada’s premier national provider of risk mitigation services. Our comprehensive offerings empower clients to enhance business performance and maintain operational continuity by equipping them with the expertise and tools necessary to manage risks at all levels. Our innovative solutions encompass investigations, labour dispute management, evacuation support, emergency security, and emergency staffing. With these solutions, we collaborate with our clients as a proactive partner, poised to assist them in addressing current crises or developing strategies to mitigate potential future risks. More information about Xpera can be found atxpera.ca.

We serve a diverse population across Canada and beyond. We strive to reflect that diversity within our workforce and ensure that every employee can be their authentic self.

Xpera marks the spot.

We are seeking a skilled Benefits Specialist who will champion and foster a positive and inclusive culture. The Benefits Specialist embodies the values of the organization by ensuring that employees are informed about their company-provided benefits and providing a positive employee experience.

Reporting to the Director, HR, you will manage employee benefits plans, short-term and long-term disability leaves, and WSIB/WCB/CNESST claims. This is a fully remote position.

What You Will Do:

• Administer employee benefits plans including handling employee inquiries, records, participating in audits, leading new program rollout, and managing open enrolment.

• Manage short and long-term disability claims, WSIB/WCB/CNESST claims, return to work programs, and workplace accommodation programs.

• Review internal processes and policies and make recommendations with a view to continuous improvement.

• Create and prepare reports, analyze data, and make recommendations for purposeful change.

• Manage relationships with external stakeholders including but not limited to benefits providers and WSIB/WCB/CNESST.

• Participate in Human Resources programs and projects.

What You Will Bring:

• Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.

• Intermediate experience in benefits administration/management, sick/disability leave management and WSIB/WCB/CNESST claims management. Candidates with strong HR administration experience including benefits and leave management will be considered.

• Solid knowledge of employment legislation related to human rights and accommodation requirements; experience in multiple provinces is a definite asset.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels using a collaborative and team focused approach.

• Enthusiasm for your work, creative problem-solving skills and be a role model of organizational values and time management skills.

• Exceptional communication skills. You are a skilled listener, fact finder, communicator, presenter.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, business acumen, and practical experience to guide recommendations.

• Working towards or holds an HR or benefits designation is an asset.

• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates throughout the recruitment and assessment process.

In accordance with Human Rights and Accessibility legislation, Xpera is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. Applicant should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Unsolicited Outreach Statement – Recruitment Agencies:

Xpera Risk Mitigation & Investigation will not accept unsolicited resume submittals from third-party recruiters and hereby request agencies to not contact Xpera employees or managers directly to present candidates. Be advised Xpera will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume and will consider any unsolicited resumes forwarded public information. Xpera welcomes resumes submitted directly from candidates.