Director, Compensation and Benefits

Bloom Limited Partnership; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Career growth

Supportive culture

Hybrid work flexibility

Meaningful work

Job summary

AgeCare seeks a strategic Director, Compensation & Benefits to shape our total rewards programs and support enterprise-wide talent strategies. Reporting to the VP of HR, you will influence compensation, benefits, and pension structures to attract, engage, and retain talent.

You will lead the Compensation, Benefits, and Retirement Plan teams, monitor market trends and regulatory changes, and partner with Labour Relations to inform bargaining and financial scenarios.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience with compensation/benefits.
• Professional designations such as CPHR/CEBS/CCP are assets.
• Strong knowledge of employment standards and privacy laws across jurisdictions.
• Proficiency with HRIS and MS Office; analytical reporting ability.

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute the total rewards strategy aligned with business priorities.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and retirement programs and administration.
• Lead the Compensation, Benefits, and Retirement Plan teams and foster accountability.
• Monitor market trends and regulatory changes to guide strategic decisions.
• Provide market intelligence and analytical support for bargaining and negotiations.
• Optimize Workday processes to improve efficiency and reporting.
• Manage vendor relationships and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

HRIS proficiency

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

CPHR

CEBS

CCP

Tools

Workday

Job description

Work Location: AgeCare Corporate Calgary

Address: 19655 Walden Blvd SE, Calgary, AB T2X 0N7

FTE: 1.0

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

The Opportunity

AgeCare is looking for a strategic and forward-thinking Director, Compensation & Benefits to help shape the future of our total rewards programs. Reporting to the Vice President, Human Resources, this leader will have the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide strategy, strengthen our employee value proposition, and ensure our compensation, benefits, and pension programs support the attraction, engagement, and retention of talent.

What You Will Do

• Partner with executive leadership to shape and execute AgeCare's total rewards strategy, translating business priorities, workforce needs, and market insights into competitive, equitable, and financially sustainable programs.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and ongoing administration of compensation, benefits, and retirement programs, leading cross-functional initiatives and changes to existing programs.
• Lead, develop, and empower the Compensation, Benefits, and Retirement Plan teams by setting clear priorities, building capability, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor market trends, legislative changes, and regulatory requirements, providing guidance to ensure compliance and inform strategic recommendations.
• Partner with Labour Relations to provide market intelligence, compensation analysis, and financial scenario modelling to inform collective bargaining strategy, negotiations, and planning.
• Analyze program performance, costs, and workforce data to support decision-making, identify trends, and enhance total rewards offerings.
• Provide expert guidance on complex compensation, benefits, and retirement plan matters, policies, and practices.
• Develop and maintain policies, processes, reporting, and employee education to support the effective administration and understanding of total rewards programs.
• Optimize Workday and related processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, reporting, and the administration of compensation, benefits, and retirement plans.
• Manage vendor relationships and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure service excellence, accountability, and value.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement to enhance operational effectiveness, streamline administration, and improve the employee experience.

What You Bring

A combination of education, professional designations, and relevant experience will be considered:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including broad expertise in compensation and group benefits.
• Professional designations such as CPHR, CEBS, and/or CCP are considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of employment standards, human rights, privacy legislation, and other relevant laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop reports to inform business decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong technical aptitude and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Must provide a current criminal record check (dated within the past six months) or be willing to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and paid time off.
• Career growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement.
• Supportive culture: A diverse and inclusive HR team.
• Meaningful work: Work that helps employees bring their best to work and provide exceptional care to the residents we serve.
• Recognition: A workplace where hard work is valued and celebrated.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

About AgeCare

For more than 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant, supportive communities where residents receive high-quality care and build meaningful connections. With more than 50 communities across Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario, we provide a comfortable, home-like environment where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect, and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is central to our success and to the quality of life our residents experience e