Manager, Employee Benefits, and Retirement

Canfor; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the forestry sector is seeking a Manager for Employee Benefits and Retirement. The role involves overseeing benefits administration and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess strong experience in benefits, pensions, and excellent communication skills. Canfor offers a competitive salary and benefits package, highlighting their commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Performance-based incentive plans

Recognition programs

Pension plans with base and matching contributions

Health & well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in benefits and pension administration.
• Strong knowledge of benefits and pension regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience in supporting both DB & DC pension programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage benefit and pension programs and develop proposals for alignment with Canfor’s strategies.
• Lead annual benefit renewals with stakeholders and manage compliance.
• Develop operational procedures to enhance productivity in the Total Rewards team.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

HRIS

Benefits Administration Software (e.g. SuccessFactors)

Job description

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Manager, Employee Benefits, and Retirement

Posting ID: 28310

Position Type: Regular

City: Vancouver,BC, Canada

Location: Vancouver H/O - Canfor/CWPM_1000

The Manager, Employee Benefits and Retirement will oversee the administration and management of Canadian employee benefits, wellness and pension plans, including union-specific programs. This role involves ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, optimizing benefit programs, and providing support to employees regarding their benefits and retirements inquiries. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Total Rewards & Analytics, this role will lead a team of professional benefit and pension advisors.

You’re a subject matter expert in the field of benefits, wellness programs and retirement (pensions), a proficient communicator and an engaged team player. Also, your superb client-focused mindset will come in handy when working with Canfor leadership, HR business partners, union leaders, benefit and pension consultants and vendors.

A day in the life of the Manager, Employee Benefits & Retirement includes:

• Responsible for managing the benefit and pension programs and developing program proposals that align with Canfor’s Global Benefits & Pension Strategy.
• Lead annual benefit renewals in collaboration with stakeholders, brokers, and vendors.
• Ensure benefit plans and adjudication processes are administered according to plan provisions and guidelines.
• Participate in benefits surveys and conduct regular market analysis to maintain competitive benefits while managing costs and ensuring sustainability.
• Oversee the administration of all Canadian pension plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, collection agreements and company policies.
• Collaborate with actuaries to ensure the financial health of Canfor’s pension plans.
• Assess impact of regulatory changes on benefit & pensions programs and recommend/implement any necessary modifications.
• Oversee the administration of the Global employee family assistance program (EFAP)
• Develop operational procedures and workflow to improve efficiency and productivity with the Total Rewards team.

For this role, you’ll come equipped with:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in benefits and pension administration.
• Experience in vendor management and contract negotiation.
• Strong knowledge of benefits and pension regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience in supporting both DB & DC pension programs
• Experience supporting benefit and pension programs in a unionized environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and benefits administration software (e.g. SuccessFactors).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

The salary range for this position is: $108,000.00-$145,000

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location. #CADS #LI-ZM1

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