Manager of Benefits, Pension and Disability (Temporary Contract)

Cogeco Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company is seeking a Manager of Benefits, Pension and Disability to support and manage plans across Canada and the US. Responsibilities include overseeing a team, managing benefits communication, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, extensive experience in insurance and pension management, and be ideally bilingual in French and English. This role offers a full-time position with a focus on career evolution and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Flexibility

Discounted services

Attractive compensation packages

Career evolution tools

Engagement with technology

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in the management of group insurance and pension plans.
• Strong knowledge of laws and regulations relating to pension and benefit plans.
• Ability to manage several major projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of pension and benefit plans.
• Lead and develop a team of two Disability Case Specialists.
• Manage the deployment of group insurance renewals.

Skills

Management of group insurance and pension plans

Planning skills

Analysis and synthesis abilities

Bilingualism in English and French

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Manager of Benefits, Pension and Disability (Temporary Contract) at Cogeco Inc. Reporting to the Vice President, Total Rewards, you will support the management of Cogeco’s pension and benefit plans and disability management processes across Canada and the US. You will work in close collaboration with the total rewards team, third-party administrators, consultants and other outside suppliers, to ensure the effective administration of pension and benefits plans. You will lead and develop a team of two Disability Case Specialists, ensuring consistent and compliant application of disability policies and procedures across Canada and the US. You may be called to work on business cases and present your recommendations on benefit plans. You will love working on the optimization of programs and business processes.

Responsibilities

• Pension & Benefits
• Support the ongoing implementation of harmonized programs for retirement / savings and group insurance.
• Be the go-to benefits person for business partners and management.
• Ensure the management of tasks related to pension plans: coordination of actuarial valuations, required documentation and communication with authorities, etc.
• Participate actively in, and coordinate the pension committee.
• Monitor and manage capital accumulation plans (defined benefit plans, defined contribution pension plans (RRSP), employee share-purchasing plan) with various suppliers.
• Take part in the preparation of employee communications to ensure understanding of pension and benefit plans.
• Maintain and develop training material on pension and benefit plans for HR partners and employees.
• Maintain and develop quality relations with third-party administrators, consultants and other outside suppliers.
• Develop and monitor indicators for benefit and disability plans.
• Manage the deployment of annual group insurance renewals and re-enrolment periods.
• Manage and promote the company’s wellness plans.
• Disability Management
• Manage, mentor, and coach two Disability Case Specialists, providing guidance on complex cases, policy interpretation, and best practices.
• Oversee daily workflows, caseload management, and performance of the Disability Case Specialists, ensuring timely and accurate processing of STD and LTD claims.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Administration, HR, Labour relations, actuarial science, Mathematics or any relevant field.
• 7 years of experience in the management of group insurance and pension plans
• Strong planning skills, thoroughness, analysis and synthesis abilities
• Knowledge of laws and regulations relating to pension (SERP, Defined Benefit, Defined Contribution and RRSP plans), and benefit plans and disability management for Canada and the US
• Ideally bilingual with very good knowledge of spoken and written French and English (The employee will need to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders outside of Quebec)
• Autonomy, initiative, judgment and good organizational skills
• Ability to carry out several major projects concurrently
• US and Canadian experience ideally

You’ll Benefit From

• Flexibility : Yes, we think that what you do matters. At work and at home.
• Fun : We laugh a lot, it makes every day brighter.
• Discounted services : We provide amazing services to our clients, and you’ll get them at home, because you deserve them.
• Rewarding Pay : Attractive compensation packages and great culture.
• Benefits : We’ve got you covered.
• Career Evolution : We will provide tools to achieve your career goals.
• Technology : You will engage with technology, influence, create, fix, and shape the industry.

Location: Montréal, QC

Company

Cogeco Communications Inc.

At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. We are committed to creating a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging. By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we’re building a more equitable workplace for all. If you need accommodations to apply or during recruitment, please contact us confidentially at [e-mail]

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Human Resources

Industries: Telecommunications