Pension Analyst, Human Resources

University of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Saskatchewan is seeking a Pension Analyst in Human Resources to support administration and governance of the university’s pension plans. The role delivers accurate reporting and analysis to internal and external stakeholders, collaborating with trustees, actuaries, and other partners to address needs and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key duties include policy review, project coordination, data integrity across pension systems, and preparing benefit statements for plan members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related field.
• Minimum of two years’ pension plan administration experience.
• Knowledge of defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans and related legislation is an asset.
• Strong research, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a diverse environment and with integrated teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provides timely and accurate reporting to support effective decision-making and ongoing development.
• Collaborates with trustees, record keepers, actuaries, and consultants.
• Assists in monitoring and reviewing policies to support governance and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinates, documents, and implements ongoing pension plan priorities.
• Maintains awareness of and complies with pension legislation and plan policies.
• Reviews pension data and performs audits and tests for data reliability.
• Prepares and reviews pension plan calculations and benefit statements for members.
• Responds to inquiries and provides support to plan members.

Skills

Research

Analytical thinking

Planning

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related field

Job description

Pension Analyst, Human Resources

Summary:

The pension analyst supports the administration and governance of the university’s pension plans by delivering accurate reporting and analysis to internal and external stakeholders. This role collaborates with trustees, actuaries, and other external partners to address stakeholder needs and comply with federal and provincial legislation. Key responsibilities include contributing to policy review, project coordination, and the maintenance of pension systems and data integrity. Applying a strong understanding of pension plan environments, the analyst performs and reviews pension calculations and provides direct support to plan members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides timely and accurate reporting to support effective decision-making and ongoing development.
• Addresses the needs of pension plan stakeholders in collaboration with external parties such as trustees, record keepers, actuaries, and consultants.
• Assists in monitoring and reviewing policies and practices to support compliance with governance expectations and regulatory requirements.
• Assists with the coordination, documentation, and implementation of ongoing pension plan priorities.
• Maintains awareness of and complies with federal and provincial pension legislation and plan policies.
• Reviews data including contributions, service credits, and benefit calculations and performs internal audits and system tests to maintain the reliability and accuracy of pension data and the pension system.
• Prepares and reviews pension plan calculations and benefit statements to provide accurate information to plan members.
• Responds to inquiries and provides support to pension plan members.
• Calculates retirement, termination, spousal relationship breakdown, and death benefits based on plan rules.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements.
• Maintains pension-related data across systems including HR systems and tracking, employee portals, and the university website.
• Supports external audits and reviews by providing necessary documentation and analysis.
• Communicates and acts in a respectful and professional manner, collaborates effectively, abides by policy, and contributes to a positive and productive work and learning environment.
• Engages in continuous learning by participating in activities, training, and events related to Indigenous engagement, reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrates respect and dignity for all members of the community, actively contributes to an environment of acceptance and inclusion of others, and responds to different perspectives from a place of curiosity, respect, and non-judgement.
• Undertakes related duties, as assigned, consistent with the nature of the position.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related
• Minimum of two years of experience with pension plan administration, preferably in a large, diverse, unionized environment.
• Knowledge of defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans and applicable pension legislation is considered an asset.
• Strong research, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a diverse environment and with integrated teams.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications.

Department: Human Resources
Status: Term 12 months with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
Employment Group: Exempt
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $54,520.00 - 95,954.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Phase/Band: Salary Band 2
Posted Date: 8/5/2026
Closing Date: 8/19/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.

We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.

The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us for assistance.