Manager, Total Rewards

Dream; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Manager of Total Rewards to shape and manage its compensation and benefits programs. This role includes overseeing compensation structures, conducting market analysis, and leading the company pension committee. Ideal candidates have 8+ years of HR experience, focusing on total rewards, and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in HR with a focus on total rewards.
• Experience leading compensation & benefits programs for a mid-to-large-sized organization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret compensation and benefits data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration of compensation programs including base pay and incentive plans.
• Conduct market benchmarking to ensure total rewards strategy remains competitive.
• Manage benefits programs, including vendor relationships and employee communications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, HR, or a related field

Designation within total rewards / compensation

Job description

As the Manager of Total Rewards, you will play a critical role in shaping and managing Dream’s total rewards programs, ensuring they are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business objectives. Your responsibilities will include :

• Oversee the administration of compensation programs, including base pay, incentive plans, and salary structures.
• Conduct market benchmarking and analysis to ensure our total rewards strategy remains competitive and aligned with industry best practices.
• Manage benefits programs, including vendor relationships, renewals, and employee communications.
• Support the annual compensation review process, working closely with leadership to ensure fairness and transparency.

Pension & Compliance

• Lead our company pension committee and manage the necessary vendor relationships associated with the pension program.
• Stay informed of regulatory changes and industry trends, ensuring compliance with employment laws and tax regulations.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to provide data-driven insights on compensation, benefits, and total rewards strategies.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on all total rewards matters.
• Drive continuous improvements and automation in compensation and benefits administration.

What type of experience should you have?

These are only some of the things we’d like you to bring to the table. We can cover the rest when we meet.

• 8+ years of experience in HR with a recent focus on total rewards, compensation & benefits.
• Experience leading compensation & benefits programs for a mid-to-large-sized organization.
• A track record of owing and driving company-wide projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Post-secondary degree in Business, Finance, HR, or a related field; Designation within an total rewards / compensation is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret compensation and benefits data.
• A results-oriented mindset with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively.
• A collaborative approach and excellent communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.