Compensation Specialist

Saint Elizabeth; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Canada seeks a Compensation Specialist to join its dynamic Home Office team. This role requires 6+ years of experience in compensation, expertise in job and market analysis, and collaboration with HR leaders. The successful candidate will manage compensation programs, provide analytical insights, and support a diverse work environment. A strong commitment to employee experience and innovative solutions is essential, along with a Bachelor's degree and CCP designation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Hybrid work model

Tuition assistance and training opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive experience in Compensation.
• Expertise in job analysis and market analysis.
• Exceptional analytical skills using data to drive decisions.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze benchmark market data for compensation.
• Manage projects involving the redesign of compensation programs.
• Lead the annual compensation cycle and salary reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaborative partner

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR Management or Business Administration

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation

Job description

At SE Health, our people are everything—and our Home Office is an important part of that culture. When you choose to join SE Health, you become part of a caring, purpose-driven team that’s making a real difference across the country. Our Home Office is where innovation meets impact—supporting our direct care teams, driving strategic growth, and helping to shape the future of health care. As a member of our amazing Home Office team, you’ll collaborate with passionate colleagues, bring bold ideas to life, and contribute to meaningful work that supports thousands of care interactions each day. We believe in growing together, investing in our people, and creating an inclusive workplace where you can be yourself. Learn why you come first at SE Health.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Compensation, the Compensation Specialist requires an individual who thrives on challenge, is analytical and organized with a passion for telling a story, and a proven track record of successfully partnering with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

The Compensation Specialist is a subject matter expert responsible for supporting the design, managing, and analyzing compensation programs that ensure market competitiveness and compliance with regulatory requirements. The Compensation Specialist provides guidance to HR and business leaders while driving compensation process improvements that enhance efficiency and governance.

Job Responsibilities

HR Partnership: Compensation Partner Non-Front-Line Staff

• Review and analyze benchmark market data, including internal equity, to provide expert advice to HR Managers/Directors and business leaders regarding compensation.
• Provide subject matter advice/expertise to both business leaders and the HR team to ensure policies and practices are applied consistently.
• Participate in and manage projects involving the development or redesign of compensation programs, including base and variable pay programs.
• Forecast and determine cost for program changes.
• Lead the annual compensation cycle and salary reviews (merit, bonus, salary structure updates).

Innovative Market Competitiveness for all business units

• Lead market benchmarking efforts, compensation analytics, and survey participation to keep ahead of industry trends across all business units.
• Translate compensation data into actionable insights that enhance employee experience and engagement.
• Prepare and present results/recommendations to leaders based on research and analysis of market data to determine competitiveness at various levels within the organization.
• Research compensation programs for new contracts and business lines across; providing recommendation for RFP process.

Compensation Governance Education

• Design and deliver training for HR teams and leaders on compensation philosophy, pay structures, and policies.
• Create toolkits, FAQs and guides to support leaders.
• Draft, update and maintain compensation policies and governance guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with pay equity and transparency laws.
• Collaborate with teams to design and communicate compensation initiatives that balance business needs with employee experience.
• Provide clear education and resources so leaders and employees understand and feel confident in our approach to pay.
• Responsible for drafting and updating compensation policies and guidelines enterprise wide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or business administration or a related field
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation or CCP in progress
• 6+ years of progressive experience in Compensation with expertise in job analysis, market analysis, program design, managing and administrating compensation programs across multiple business lines.
• Exceptional analytical, able to use data to drive decisions and influence outcomes.
• Highly detail-oriented, excellent attention to detail and accuracy focused
• A collaborative partner with excellent communication skills, able to engage leaders, and drive change.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines is required
• A passionate advocate for employee experience, committed to creating innovative solutions that support SE Health’s People Everything approach.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs; superior experience building Excel models and graphical displays of data is essential.

Why Join SE Health

• Competitive Compensation – Enjoy a Total Rewards package including salary, benefits, pension, performance incentives, on demand pay, supportive housing and exclusive staff perks.
• Flexibility & Support– We offer a unique hybrid model with work-from-home options, flexible scheduling and an inclusive culture to help you thrive
• Meaningful Impact – As a Social Enterprise, your work directly supports improving lives across Canada. Your voice matters, and innovation is encouraged.
• Growth & Development – Access tuition assistance, training, and career advancement opportunities across our growing organization.

About SE Health

At SE, we love what we do. Every day, we bring hope and happiness to clients, homes, and communities across Canada. We treat each person with dignity and love, like our own family; we build empathy; and we do the right thing. We are always inspired to make a difference. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we share knowledge, provide the best care, and help each client to realize their most meaningful goals for health and wellbeing. We are an inclusive workplace offering competitive pay, benefits, pension, and work life balance. We’re a great place to work, and we hope you’ll join our team.

In the interest of the health and safety of our patients/clients, employees, and greater good of public health, SE Health requires those that wish to work for this organization to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Fully vaccinated means a person has received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and it has been 14 days since the last dose.

SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] at your earliest convenience.