Manager of Benefits, Pension and Disability (Temporary Contract)

Cogeco; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom company in Montreal is seeking a seasoned professional to manage pension and benefit plans. The role includes overseeing a team of Disability Case Specialists, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience in group insurance and pension management, along with strong bilingual communication skills. Competitive compensation and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Attractive compensation packages

Career development tools

Discounted services

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in managing group insurance and pension plans.
• Experience with disability management practices.
• Ability to handle complex cases and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage the administration of pension and benefit plans.
• Develop training material on benefits for HR partners.
• Oversee Disability Case Specialists and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate pension committee activities and communications.

Skills

Planning skills

Knowledge of pension laws and regulations

Bilingual communication (French and English)

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

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 love working on the optimization of programs and business processes.

YOUR ROLE

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 that all employees understand and appreciate the pension and benefit plans.

Maintain and develop our 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 various 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

Benefits

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: Let's be honest, everybody likes to make a good salary. We offer attractive compensation packages, and it comes with a great culture.

Benefits: We’ve got you covered.

Career Evolution: Join us and we will give you the tools to achieve your career goals!

Technology: You have a passion for technology? Excellent, we do too. Here, you will manage, influence, play, create, fix, and shape the industry.

Location: Montréal, QC