Compensation Consultant

City of Mississauga; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Mississauga seeks a Compensation Consultant (Projects) to lead compensation program design, job evaluation, and pay equity initiatives. You will partner with Labour Relations to support bargaining and align with corporate policies, while guiding senior leaders on complex roles and organizational structure changes.

Responsibilities include project planning, data analysis, and the development of analytical tools to drive informed decisions, ensuring consistency and compliance across

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in compensation or job evaluation.
• Knowledge of Pay Equity legislation and related practices.
• Post-secondary education in HR, business, or related field.
• Strong project management and cross-team coordination abilities.
• Experience with compensation projects and Total Rewards trends.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint; SAP/SuccessFactors experience.

Responsibilities

• Labour Relations & Bargaining Support: prepare data, cost estimates, and position comparisons for bargaining.
• Act as technical lead during union-management consultations and negotiations.
• Advise on compensation-related grievances and assist in employer responses.
• Compensation Program Delivery & Projects: define goals, scope, and deliverables; develop project plans and allocate resources.
• Lead design, evaluation, and implementation of compensation programs; provide guidance on job evaluations and reclassifications.
• Support business units with job creation, redesign, and pay recommendations.
• Advanced Analytics & Modelling: develop complex models and cost-impact analyses for reorganizations and bargaining.
• Analyze data trends to identify risks and opportunities in pay structures.
• Create tools and templates for internal reporting and leadership briefings.
• Subject Matter Expertise & Advisory: advise on job evaluation, compensation and pay equity; present to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Pay Equity knowledge

Education

Post-secondary education in HR or business

CCP certification preferred

Tools

Word

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

SuccessFactors

SAP

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Compensation Consultant

Vacancy Type: Temporary
Contract Duration: 4 Years
Number of Positions:1
Closing Date:08/30/2026

Job Summary

Are you passionate about driving equitable and strategic compensation practices? We’re seeking a Compensation Consultant (Projects) to join our team, reporting to the Manager, Compensation & Job Evaluation. In this pivotal role, you’ll serve as a subject matter expert in compensation program delivery and job evaluation across both Union and Non-Union environments.

You’ll collaborate closely with Labour Relations to support collective bargaining, provide expert analysis on complex roles and organizational structures, and ensure alignment with legislative requirements, corporate policies, and internal equity principles. Success in this role requiresstrong Excel and project management skills, as you’ll lead and coordinate multiple initiatives simultaneously—balancing strategic priorities, timelines, and stakeholder expectations with precision and professionalism.

Duties and Responsibilities

Labour Relations & Bargaining Support

• Prepare compensation and job evaluation data, cost estimates, and position comparisons to support collective bargaining.
• Act as the technical lead during union-management consultations and negotiations.
• Advise on compensation-related grievances and assist in preparing employer responses.

Compensation Program Delivery & Projects

• Define project goals, scope, and deliverables; develop project plans and allocate resources.
• Lead the design, evaluation, and implementation of compensation programs aligned with organizational goals.
• Provide senior-level guidance on job evaluations and reclassifications.
• Support business units with job creation, redesign, and pay recommendations.

Advanced Analytics & Modelling

• Develop complex compensation models and cost-impact analyses for reorganizations and bargaining.
• Analyze data trends to identify risks and opportunities in workforce composition and pay structures.
• Create custom tools and templates for internal reporting and leadership briefings.

Subject Matter Expertise & Advisory

• Provide expert advice on job evaluation, compensation, and pay equity.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management, balancing technical frameworks with operational needs.
• Present recommendations at senior-level forums to support informed decision-making.

Process Improvement & Research

• Lead or contribute to initiatives that modernize job architecture and streamline compensation processes.
• Research industry best practices and legislative changes to inform policy updates.
• Maintain tools, templates, and documentation to ensure consistency in compensation practices.

Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in Compensation or job evaluation.
• Practical knowledge and application of Pay Equity principles and legislation.
• Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline (Human Resources, Business, etc.) and/or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to initiate, co‑ordinate and oversee the implementation of projects while working collaboratively with other team members.
• Experience in developing and implementing Compensation related projects and experience with Compensation and trends in Total Rewards.
• Advanced analytical, research, problem‑solving and conflict resolution skills with the ability to identify needs, options, opportunities for change/improvement and solutions.
• Extensive experience establishing partnerships and providing and enhancing customer service, including understanding.
• Compensation Certified professional (CCP) considered an asset.
• Knowledge of employment and related legislation such as the Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Act, Collective Agreements and human resource policies and practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using a variety of software packages, including Word, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, SuccessFactors and SAP.

Hourly Rate/Salary:$50.39 - $67.18
Hours of Work:35
Work Location:Civic Centre, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga (Hybrid)
Department/Division/Section:LEG/Legislative Services Dept,LEG/HR Division,Total Rewards
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Accommodations

The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to [e-mail] citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.