Chief Executive Officer

Organization: Nova Scotia Public Service Long Term Disability Plan Trust Fund; Halifax; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector benefits organization in Halifax seeks a Chief Executive Officer to provide visionary leadership and overall management of the Long Term Disability Plan. The ideal candidate will possess at least 10 years of senior leadership experience and expertise in insurance or disability management. The CEO will advise the Board on strategy and drive modernization efforts while ensuring accountability and service excellence for members. This role offers an opportunity to influence public sector benefits and support member recovery and return to work initiatives.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of related senior leadership experience.
• Experience in insurance, disability management, or public sector trust programs.
• Experience in claims operations and member-facing service models.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and overall management of the Plan.
• Advise the Board on long-term strategy and funding sustainability.
• Drive strategic growth and modernization efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Financial Stewardship

Team Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree or professional designations

Job description

Overview

The Nova Scotia Public Service Long Term Disability Plan (the Plan) is a benefit program that provides sustainable, fair, and supportive disability benefits to public sector employees and other participating employers. Established in 1985 through a partnership between the Province of Nova Scotia and the Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU), the Plan is governed by an independent Board of Trustees representing both parties. It safeguards members’ income security while promoting recovery and return to work, operating with a strong commitment to fiduciary excellence, transparency, and accountability. Funded equally by employer and employee contributions, today the Plan covers more than 14,600 public sector employees, as well as employees of 19 participating employers.

With a mandate that balances member care with prudent financial stewardship, the organization is ready for its next phase of strategic growth and modernization. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) provides visionary leadership and overall management of the Plan. As principal advisor to the Board, the CEO partners with Trustees and Plan Sponsors to shape long-term strategy, secure sustainable funding, and strengthen governance. Leading a dedicated team, the CEO also champions service excellence for members, fosters collaborative relationships with employers, and advances innovative approaches that promote recovery, return to work, and long-term sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and overall management of the Plan, reporting to the Board of Trustees.
• Advise the Board on long-term strategy, funding sustainability, and governance improvement.
• Lead a dedicated team to deliver service excellence for members and foster collaborative relationships with employers and Plan Sponsors.
• Drive strategic growth and modernization efforts while ensuring prudent financial stewardship and regulatory compliance.
• Represent the Plan to stakeholders, manage risk, and uphold fiduciary responsibilities in serving public sector members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; at least 10 years of related senior leadership experience.
• Master’s degree and/or professional designations are assets.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: insurance (including group benefits), disability management, or public sector trust programs.
• Experience in claims operations, disability adjudication practices, return-to-work programs, and member-facing service models is an asset.
• Experience reporting to a board and knowledge of governance and fiduciary responsibilities in managing member-focused trust or benefits programs.

About the search and application

Royer Thompson is committed to presenting a diverse and inclusive roster of candidates to our clients. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous persons, racially visible persons, persons with a disability, women, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity. If you are a member of one of these underrepresented groups, please self-identify on your cover letter or resume.

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