Manager, Employer Onboarding (DB Pension Implementation)

CAAT Pension Plan; Toronto; On-site; CAD 126,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Total Rewards program

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

CAAT Pension Plan is seeking a Manager, Employer Onboarding to join our Pension Solutions team. This role oversees the full onboarding scope for new employers, coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and high satisfaction.

You will lead the onboarding team, mentor staff, manage risk, and drive continuous improvements while ensuring compliance with pension legislation. A College Diploma or University Degree and 7–10 years experience are preferred; French is a plus.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in the pension or financial services industry, with a strong preference for client/employer-facing onboarding experience.
• Extensive knowledge of pension plans, payroll-based data collection, and related legislation; actuarial experience is considered an asset.
• Professional accreditations such as CEBS, RPA, or PMP (preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills to guide and develop teams effectively.
• Strong project management, analytical, organizational, and time management skills, with proven ability to handle multiple priorities, stakeholders, and ambiguity while driving creative problem-solving.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, paired with experience in client-facing implementation projects in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Proficiency in French is considered a significant asset.

Responsibilities

• Hold overall accountability for the successful onboarding of new employers, providing direct leadership on the most complex onboarding engagements.
• Lead the end-to-end project scope for employer onboarding plans, including timelines, deliverables, and coordination of internal departments (such as Legal, Policy, Communications, Education, Business Development, IT, and others as required).
• Proactively manage problem solving and risk mitigation to ensure a smooth onboarding experience and high employer satisfaction.
• Provide exemplary leadership to the onboarding team, offering ongoing mentoring, coaching, and support to build a cohesive, high-performing group.
• Champion and support the implementation of the departmental strategy, including operational planning and the scoping of new projects and initiatives.
• Plan, organize, and oversee implementation plans for onboarding new employers, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Act as the escalation point for operational issues, resolving complex or escalated problems and ensuring end-to-end resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the employer onboarding experience, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and stakeholder interactions.
• Monitor pension industry practices and maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable pension legislation to ensure onboarding practices remain current and compliant.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Analytical

Communication

Time management

Education

College Diploma or University Degree

Job description

At CAAT, we're passionate about what we do. And it shows!

Here, you'll find a cultural spark in everything we do – from the way we partner with members and employers, to the way we work, collaborate, and grow. It doesn't just feel different at CAAT. It is different. We're one of the fastest-growing pensions in the country for a reason. We challenge the status quo, making a real impact on the hundreds of employers we serve – from education institutions to major corporations and household brands. And we're just getting started. Driven by core values and a shared purpose, we're fierce champions for better retirement security, known for our can-do culture where everyone plays a role in bringing our vision to life. If this sounds like a fit, we'd love you to be a part of it.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Manager, Employer Onboarding to join our Pension Solutions team. This key role is responsible for delivering a best‑in‑class onboarding experience for employers and nurturing strong client relationships throughout the process.

In this role, you will oversee the full scope and work streams of employer onboarding plans, from initial planning through to completion, including timelines, deliverables, and coordination with internal stakeholders. You will provide guidance and mentoring to the Onboarding team, offer recommendations and best practices to employers, and perform due diligence related to new employer onboarding. As an expert in customer service and client relations, you will ensure employer queries are handled courteously, promptly, and accurately, while also overseeing a smooth and efficient document management process. You will play a critical role in driving continuous improvement of onboarding processes, procedures, and tools, and in strengthening collaboration between internal teams and external employers.

As the Newest Member of our Team, You’ll:

• Hold overall accountability for the successful onboarding of new employers, providing direct leadership on the most complex onboarding engagements.
• Lead the end‑to‑end project scope for employer onboarding plans, including timelines, deliverables, and coordination of internal departments (such as Legal, Policy, Communications, Education, Business Development, IT, and others as required).
• Proactively manage problem solving and risk mitigation to ensure a smooth onboarding experience and high employer satisfaction.
• Provide exemplary leadership to the onboarding team, offering ongoing mentoring, coaching, and support to build a cohesive, high‑performing group.
• Champion and support the implementation of the departmental strategy, including operational planning and the scoping of new projects and initiatives.
• Plan, organize, and oversee implementation plans for onboarding new employers, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.
• Act as the escalation point for operational issues, resolving complex or escalated problems and ensuring end‑to‑end resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the employer onboarding experience, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and stakeholder interactions.
• Monitor pension industry practices and maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of applicable pension legislation to ensure onboarding practices remain current and compliant.

To Succeed, You Bring:

• A College Diploma or University Degree.
• 7–10 years of experience in the pension or financial services industry, with a strong preference for client/employer-facing onboarding experience.
• Extensive knowledge of pension plans, payroll‑based data collection, and related legislation; actuarial experience is considered an asset.
• Professional accreditations such as CEBS, RPA, or PMP (preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills to guide and develop teams effectively.
• Strong project management, analytical, organizational, and time management skills, with proven ability to handle multiple priorities, stakeholders, and ambiguity while driving creative problem‑solving.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, paired with experience in client‑facing implementation projects in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Proficiency in French is considered a significant asset.

The target hiring salary for this position is $125,800 – $157,200. Placement within our salary range will be based on factors such as internal equity, market conditions, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

At CAAT, we believe innovation, passion, and purpose are ingredients for a great work environment. We’re incredibly proud of our people and the remarkable impact they have as catalysts for change. We’re committed to attracting and keeping great talent, which means competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and an environment where people can grow and thrive. When you work with CAAT, you’ll enjoy:

• Opportunities to Build a Better You: We never stand still. As we grow, so do you. Enjoy a place that provides endless opportunities to learn and master your skills while cultivating new ones.
• Comprehensive & Holistic Care: Be at your best with a Total Rewards program that feeds and prioritizes your physical, mental, and financial wellness. From flexible work arrangements, comprehensive benefits to wellness incentives, and a defined benefit pension plan – we have you covered.
• A Place to Collaborate and Win: We’ve built a lively environment where creativity and open communication thrive. It’s why we’re consistently recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers, and one of the Best Places to Work.
• Work that Truly Matters. You’re giving Canadians the opportunity for better retirement security, and organizations the chance to do more.

Learn more about us by visiting www.caatpension.ca/careers

DEIB at CAAT means we respect and value the broadest range of experiences, geographies, gender, ethnicities, backgrounds, and perspectives as key elements of our culture. Our vision is to provide an environment where employees can bring their best, professional, authentic, selves to work.

CAAT Pension Plan is an equal opportunity employer, and we will accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact us at [e-mail] or call Human Resources at 416-673-9000 for assistance.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB):

DEIB at CAAT means we respect and value the broadest range of experiences, geographies, gender, ethnicities, backgrounds, and perspectives as key elements of our culture. Our vision is to provide an environment where employees can bring their best, professional, authentic, selves to work.

Vacancy:

This posting is for an existing vacancy