Program Lead, Pension, Benefits & Abilities Management

Capital Power; Alberta; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative energy company located in Canada, Alberta is seeking a Total Rewards advisor to oversee pension and benefits programs. Responsibilities include program design, compliance management, and stakeholder guidance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both Canadian and U.S. regulations, strong communication abilities, and project management skills. This role offers a permanent full-time position with opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible and affordable employee benefits

Retirement savings

Comprehensive onboarding and training

$1000 Referral Reward

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in pension and benefits.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and Canadian benefits regulations.
• Exceptional written communication skills for Board Committee presentations.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement pension and benefits programs.
• Manage relationships with consultants and administrators.
• Lead or support Total Rewards projects and plan redesigns.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. pension legislation

Governance and vendor management experience

Excellent communication skills

Analytical and project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

CEBS or similar designation

Tools

Excel

Workday

Job description

A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power . This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system to power a lower‑carbon future. We're a growth‑oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America.

Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower‑carbon power solutions. We provide purpose‑driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our North Star. With us, your contributions matter – we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full Time Position.

As a key member of the Total Rewards team, you will support the strategic design and governance of Capital Power’s pension, benefits, and abilities management programs across Canada and the U.S. This role serves as a subject matter expert (SME) and trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, ensuring programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals. The role will also support compensation projects and initiatives as needed.

You will contribute to our team by:

• Design, implement, and evolve pension, benefits, and disability management programs to support talent attraction, retention, and employee well‑being.
• Ensure adherence to federal/provincial and U.S. regulations; maintain governance frameworks and reporting for leadership and board committees.
• Manage relationships with consultants, brokers, and third‑party administrators; lead RFPs, contract negotiations, and monitor service performance.
• Provide guidance and training to HR teams; support complex case resolution and prepare materials for Pension Committee and Board presentations.
• Oversee short‑term and long‑term disability programs; develop return‑to‑work strategies and monitor trends to improve employee experience.
• Lead or support cross‑functional Total Rewards projects, including plan redesigns, system implementations, and M&A integrations.
• Monitor enrollment, utilization, and cost trends; analyze claims and provider performance; support surveys and reporting requirements.
• Drive communication initiatives and maintain accurate program information on internal platforms; enhance Workday functionality for Total Rewards processes.

What you will bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; CEBS or similar designation preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in pension and benefits, ideally in a dual‑country (Canada/U.S.) context.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. pension legislation, benefits regulations, and disability compliance requirements.
• Previous experience in compensation would be an asset.
• Proven experience in governance, reporting, and vendor management.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and Excel skills.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including experience preparing materials for Board Committees.
• Ability to operate with a high degree of independence and professionalism.

Additional Details:

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks and criminal record check.

Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $1000 Referral Reward!

We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordable employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.

Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available.

How To Apply and Next Steps

Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at www.capitalpower.com/careers. If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.
Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].
Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position.
Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however, it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.