Expert Compensation (15 months)- EN

CN; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading railroad company in Montreal is seeking an Expert Compensation to manage and design compensation programs that support HR and strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in compensation management, a Bachelor's Degree in a related field, and fluency in both English and French. This full-time position involves collaboration with HR and various stakeholders to ensure effective compensation strategies are in place.

Benefits

Paid training

Opportunities for long-term career growth

Safety-focused culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in compensation management.
• Solid understanding of compensation plans and related fields.
• Ability to explain complex technical compensation issues.

Responsibilities

• Partner with HR to support compensation strategies.
• Conduct compensation analyses and interpret results.
• Participate in job evaluation processes and surveys.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Collaboration

Project management

Bilingual (English & French)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Mathematics, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join us to apply for the Expert Compensation (15 months) - EN role at CN.

At CN, every day presents new and exciting challenges. You will be part of an environment focused on ensuring our business operates safely and efficiently—contributing to the economy. We offer paid training and opportunities for long-term career growth, recognizing dedicated individuals who strive to make a difference. Our close-knit, safety-focused culture encourages teamwork. Join us and make a meaningful impact!

Job Summary

The Compensation Manager plays a pivotal role in designing, developing, and managing compensation programs, supporting internal partners across various levels. This role aids the Compensation group and HR in guiding strategic and compensation decisions, and is integral to the compensation decision process.

Main Responsibilities

Field Support

• Partner with HR Business Partners and Management to stay updated on organizational changes and support compensation strategies to attract, retain, and support talent within CN and subsidiaries.
• Assist various functions and subsidiaries in all compensation-related matters for Canada and the US.
• Provide guidance and recommendations for external hires, appointments, international and cross-border cases (in collaboration with relocation team), systemic issues, and complex cases.
• Conduct compensation analyses to support effective decision-making, interpret results and trends, and optimize HR reward processes.

Job Evaluation and Ongoing Projects

• Participate in the job evaluation process.
• Support partners in job preparation, review, and evaluation to ensure clarity and appropriate actions.
• Assist with ad hoc projects such as HR Transformation initiatives and analyses.

Compensation Benchmarks, Surveys, and Salary Reviews

• Participate in general and market-specific compensation surveys to align with market trends.
• Perform annual benchmarking and compression reviews to support the compensation budget.
• Support the preparation of the annual compensation budget.
• Collaborate with HR during the compensation cycle to ensure transparent salary reviews aligned with business needs.

Working Conditions

The role involves standard office work with a regular Monday to Friday schedule. The incumbent must meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and manage stress effectively.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience in compensation management.

Education / Certification / Designation

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Mathematics, or equivalent.

Competencies

• Analytical thinking for sustainable performance recommendations.
• Effective communication and adaptability.
• Collaboration skills.
• Project management.
• Timely information sharing across functions.
• Ability to translate expertise into practical outcomes.
• Metrics tracking and accountability.
• Fluency in both English and French, written and verbal.

Technical Skills / Knowledge

• Solid understanding of compensation plans and related fields.
• Ability to explain complex technical compensation issues.
• Knowledge of employment legislation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

About CN

CN is a leading railroad committed to safety, service, and sustainability. We transport over 300 million tons of goods annually across North America. Since 1919, CN has contributed to community prosperity and sustainable trade. We are dedicated to building a safe, inclusive, and sustainable railroad that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every requirement. For accommodations during the recruitment process, contact us at [e-mail].

As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

Please check your email regularly for communication regarding your application.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Human Resources

Industry: Rail Transportation