Compensation Specialist

BC Ferries; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 102,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Ferries is seeking a Compensation Specialist to enhance their Total Rewards function. This role involves developing compensation strategies, conducting market analyses, and collaborating with HR. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in compensation and a strong analytical background. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and offers a comprehensive rewards package.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental and wellness benefits coverage

Defined benefits pension plan

4 weeks vacation to start

Employee Ferry Travel Pass

Hybrid work style

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive experience in compensation within a large organization.
• Experience with job architecture and job evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing compensation strategies for exempt and bargaining unit roles.
• Leading market analysis and analyzing pay data to ensure competitiveness.
• Supporting pay transparency reporting and conducting audits.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Diploma or degree in Human Resources

Tools

MS Office

HRIS

Job description

Job Description

COMPENSATION SPECIALIST

Vancouver Island or Lower Mainland

We’re Growing our Team!

The Opportunity

As one of BC’s Top Employers, our people are our most valuable asset. We are growing our Total Rewards team and looking for an experienced Compensation Specialist to play a critical role in transforming our Total Rewards function. As a subject matter expert, you will support the design of our compensation programs, from shaping and facilitating the job evaluation process to conducting compensation analyses, to developing reports and tools that support data informed decision making. You are an expert in your field and are looking to truly own and shape the compensation function. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our dynamic People & Safety team as we modernize our people practices.

The Role:

Reporting to the Manager, Total Rewards, you add value and are energized by key areas of oversight such as:

• Developing and managing compensation strategies for both exempt and bargaining unit roles;
• Leading market analysis, salary and labour market surveys and analyzing pay data to remain current on the market competitiveness of prevailing pay rates and ensuring our approach to compensation is competitive and enables the organization to attract and retain talent;
• Maintaining pay structures to ensure a competitive compensation framework and internal equity;
• Collaborating with our People Experience Business Partners (HR) and hiring managers in providing expert guidance on compensation related matters including reviewing jobs, qualifications, and evaluation documentation;
• Providing advice on improvements for current job evaluation practices;
• Supporting pay transparency reporting, executive compensation reporting, and periodic audits/reviews and practices complying with current legislation and internal pay equity to support a diverse and inclusive work environment;
• Gathering and analyzing pay data for compensation reports and providing support to the Manager, Total Rewards in the creation of those reports;
• Supporting the review process with research and recommendations on corrective or alternative actions to resolve compensation-related problems;
• Creating and updating job families and profiles in our internal databases;
• Conducting ongoing research and analysis on emerging compensation trends, issues and best practices and recommending changes to compensation structures where needed;
• Together with the Manager, Total Rewards, supporting the coordination of annual compensation review cycles;

What you bring to the team

• 3+ years of progressive experience in compensation within a large organization
• Experience with job architecture and job evaluation
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel including managing databases and creating Excel charts
• Advanced knowledge of navigating HRIS
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, a service-oriented mindset, and keen attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• Certified Compensation Professional designation or in progress is considered an asset

Join us!

If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your cover letter and resume by June 6, 2025.

Additional information

BC Ferries offers a comprehensive total rewards package including:

• The target salary range: $102,200 - $127,000 per annum
• Comprehensive health, dental and wellness benefits coverage
• Defined benefits pension plan
• 4 weeks vacation to start
• Employee Ferry Travel Pass
• Hybrid work style

The starting salary is determined based on the successful candidate’s knowledge, experience and internal equity. Starting salary may exceed the target range on exceptional basis.

"We connect communities and customers to people and places important in their lives”

At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering our commitment to customer safety, service and satisfaction. We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.