Manager, Global Benefits

Ryan LLC; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax services firm is seeking a Benefits Manager based in Mississauga. The role involves managing employee benefits programs, resolving inquiries, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's in Human Resources and 5-7 years of relevant experience. The company offers a hybrid work environment and competitive benefits, fostering a culture focused on employee well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Generous Personal Time Off (PTO)

Up to 20 Weeks of Parental Leave Top-up

Monthly Gym Membership

Health and Dental Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in benefits administration in a global environment.
• Experience managing employee benefits programs.
• Knowledge of benefit laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administers various employee benefits programs in Canada.
• Resolves benefit inquiries and manages escalated issues.
• Evaluates and compares existing benefits with competitors.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Problem-solving skills

Team management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Workday

Job description

Generous Personal Time Off (PTO) Benefits

Up to 20 Weeks of Parental Leave Top-up (Adoption Included

Monthly Gym Membership OR Gym Equipment Reimbursement

Health and Dental Benefit Eligibility Effective Day One

RRSP with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service

Why Ryan?

• Hybrid and Remote Work Options

• Award-Winning Culture

• Generous Personal Time Off (PTO) Benefits

• Up to 20 Weeks of Parental Leave Top-up (Adoption Included

• Monthly Gym Membership OR Gym Equipment Reimbursement

• Health and Dental Benefit Eligibility Effective Day One

• RRSP with Employer Match

• Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service

The Benefits Manager (“Manager”) is a highly visible hands-on position responsible for the successful execution and management of employee benefit and retirement plans and procedures in a global environment, delivering on the Ryan Key Results. The Manager is responsible for creating positive team member experiences, which lead to excellent client service and drive revenue and profit for the Firm. This position works closely with the People Group Leadership, Legal, Finance and Marketing functions, as well as develops and manages key vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication and problem-solving skills with a strength and passion for helping people. The successful candidate will be a quick-learner and able to collaborate cross-functionally to ensure the streamlined, successful administration of all benefits. Successful Ryan team members embrace and live Ryan’s values of Pursue Excellence, Wired to Win, Generosity Matters, Build Trust and Integrity Always and will embody and demonstrate accountability.

Duties and responsibilities, as they align to Ryan’s Key Results

People:

• Administers various employee benefits programs in Canada including healthcare, life, disability, retirement plans, health spending accounts, employee assistance programs, health club subsidies, adoption assistance, paid time off and leave of absence programs.

Client:

• Works with employees, vendors, and brokers to handle benefit inquiries, complaints, and issues to ensure quick, equitable, and courteous resolution. Manages escalated issues.

Value:

• Evaluates and compares existing Firm benefits with competitors and best practices by analyzing other plans, surveys, and other sources of information. Analyzes results of surveys and develops specific recommendations for review by management.
• Develops and publishes ongoing employee communication, and prepares and hosts regular employee education sessions. Ensures that the benefit materials are current and up-to-date for all locations. Reviews plan documents and materials to ensure appropriate provisions and coverage.
• Supports the coordination and execution of annual plan renewals and enrollments, including the evaluation of proposals, the modification of benefit materials, the coordination of enrollment meetings, and the transmission of enrollment data to vendors.
• Oversees the administration of all leaves of absences and associated short- and long-term disability claims.
• Supports the Firm’s retirement plan administration.
• Administers the benefits and absence management module in the HRIS system.
• Keeps apprised of applicable benefit laws and regulations in order to ensure Company compliance.
• Exemplifies customer service orientation and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Participates on committees, special projects, and seeks additional responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required with at least five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in benefits administration in a global environment.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet navigation and research. Workday experience preferred.

Certificates and Licenses:

Valid driver’s license required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May requires supervisory responsibilities, including managing projects and making sound business decisions while representing the Firm.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

About Us

Ryan offers outstanding opportunities to work in a dynamic, rapidly expanding tax services firm serving the world’s most respected Global 5000 companies. Our innovative work environment, accelerated growth path for high performers, competitive benefits package, and outstanding earning potential provide the most rewarding career experience available in the industry.

Ryan employees are given the freedom to do their best work in the way they work best. With a clear understanding of expectations and accountabilities, our employees are given ownership of their time and flexibility to meet the demands of their professional and personal lives.

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Ryan LLC (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status).

Job duties related to this role are to be conducted in a manner that adheres to privacy laws, as well as follows internal governance related to protecting confidential information and trade secrets, and to securing data and company records.

Ryan, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran or any other protected status under applicable law.

It is Ryan's policy to make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact our People Group at 972.934.0022 or [e-mail] if you are interested in applying and need assistance to submit your application, or if you are interested in a position and believe you may require a reasonable a ccommodation in order for you to perform its essential functions.

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*Notice to Canada Candidates – In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ( AODA ) and the Canadian Human Rights Act , Ryan ULC will provide accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request. Ryan welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities*.

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