Manager, Employer Compliance

VenorTalent; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization dedicated to maintaining workplace safety in Nova Scotia is seeking a Manager of Employer Compliance to lead a newly formed team. This role involves strategic oversight of compliance initiatives, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring the organization meets service and legislative mandates. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership background, expertise in regulatory frameworks, and a commitment to operational excellence in a diverse team environment.

Benefits

Flexible / hybrid work

Comprehensive compensation and benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in a senior decision-making capacity.
• Experience in leadership/management roles with effective stakeholder engagement.
• Completion of professional programs in strategic leadership considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage compliance team ensuring adherence to legislative requirements.
• Oversee assessments and resolution of compliance-related cases.
• Promote fair enforcement practices while achieving performance goals.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Project Management

Negotiation

Education

University degree in Business, Social Sciences, or Health

Job description

By working to keep Nova Scotians safe, healthy, and on the job, and supporting them when their lives are impacted by workplace injury, WCB Nova Scotia is contributing to a safer, stronger province. We provide workplace injury insurance to approximately 19,500 employers and 335,000 workers across the province. Our vision is a Nova Scotia safe and secure from workplace injury.

WCB Nova Scotia is consistently recognized as a Top Employer in Atlantic Canada and Nova Scotia, and has also been recognized nationally as a Top 100 Employer and as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures. A supportive work environment, a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, and flexible / hybrid work are just some of the benefits.

It’s an exciting time to work for the WCB as the organization embarks on a transformational path, guided by a new strategic plan founded in a simple vision – to protect the Nova Scotia workforce.

About the Role

Reporting to the Vice President, Prevention and Employer Engagement, the Manager supports the organization’s vision and strategic objectives by ensuring compliance with legislative and policy requirements while fostering fair and effective enforcement practices.

The Manager of Employer Compliance (the Manager) assumes responsibility for leadership and management of a compliance team that handles cases related to Duty to Cooperate, re-employment and registration and payroll obligations for employers across Nova Scotia.

The Manager is accountable for meeting service and performance goals related to compliance by understanding the needs of interested parties and leading their team to conduct assessments, resolve cases efficiently, and promote adherence to legislative requirements.

The Manager leads the organization’s compliance framework and ensures the efficient and effective operations of the unit. This includes all aspects of human resource management, such as selecting, developing, leading, and managing the performance of their team to ensure high standards of service delivery.

About You

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with expertise in compliance, regulatory frameworks, and / or employer obligations. You are skilled at balancing enforcement with fairness, leading teams to deliver high-quality service, and engaging effectively with diverse stakeholders. This is a newly created team, and we’re looking for strong people leadership, sound judgment, and a focus on operational excellence, with a proven ability to drive results, resolve complex issues, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Your Experience

• A University degree in Business, Social Sciences, Health discipline, or a related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a senior decision making capacity, building inter and cross departmental partnerships, negotiation, project management, strategic leadership, and leading teams; and three (3) of which involved intensive experience in leadership / management capacity.
• Completion of sector recognized professional programs in strategic leadership / management is an asset.

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks, including a criminal record check and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the WCB.

Venor and WCB embrace a culture of belonging in the workplace. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in, or who you love, we welcome your application. We all come from different backgrounds and different walks of life, bringing in unique perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. Visit their website at www.wcb.ns.ca. WCB champions safety and promotes a diverse and respectful workplace. They are a scent and allergy-reduced environment.

Venor is an Atlantic Canadian recruiting firm specializing in recruitment solutions, executive search, career transition & outplacement services.

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