Senior Advisor, Benefits & Disability Management

Westland Insurance Group; Surrey; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open workplace

Growth opportunities

Autonomy

Inclusive culture

Total rewards program

Values Days

Volunteer Days

Job summary

Westland Insurance Group Ltd. in Surrey, BC invites you to join our People & Performance team as Senior Advisor, Benefits & Disability Management. This hybrid role supports our benefits, wellness, retirement, and disability programs to attract, engage and retain talent.

You’ll partner with leaders and employees to deliver compliant, sustainable programs while advancing continuous improvement and a positive employee experience within a growing national company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration, disability management, Total Rewards, human resources, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian benefits programs, disability management practices, leave programs, and Total Rewards principles.
• Experience supporting benefits renewals, benchmarking activities, vendor relationships, employee communications, and program improvement initiatives.
• Working knowledge of employment standards, privacy legislation, workers' compensation, accommodation requirements, human rights legislation, and other regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with ability to review data, identify trends, and provide practical recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex benefits and disability information to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion, empathy, and sound judgment.
• Professional designations (CPHR/CEBS/CCP) are assets.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration, coordination, and continuous improvement of Westland's benefits, wellness, retirement, and disability programs.
• Provide guidance and SME to employees, leaders, Benefits Specialists, and People & Performance partners on benefits, wellness, leave, retirement, and disability matters.
• Coordinate benefit program administration including enrolment, eligibility, communications, wellness initiatives, and plan documentation.
• Partner with Payroll, HRIS, Finance, Legal, and People & Performance teams to ensure accurate, compliant program delivery.
• Support benefits data integrity, reporting, audits, system enhancements, and process improvements in the HRIS environment.
• Assist with benefits integration activities related to acquisitions, including due diligence and communications.
• Conduct research, benchmarking, financial analysis, and trend reviews to evaluate program effectiveness and inform recommendations.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, insurers, retirement providers, wellness vendors, and disability management partners to enhance employee experience.

Skills

Benefits administration

Disability management

Total Rewards

Human resources

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Confidential information handling

Project coordination

Education

CPHR / CEBS / CCP designation considered asset

Job description

Senior Advisor, Benefits & Disability Management

Surrey (Head Office), BC, 9850 King George Blvd #1500, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 14, 2026 at 7:00 AM

We’re searching for a Senior Advisor, Benefits & Disability Management. Are you searching for new possibilities?
Westland Insurance Group Ltd. has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Advisor, Benefits & Disability Management to join our People & Performance team. This is a hybrid role based out of our Surrey, BC Head Office and is a 12-month maternity leave coverage.

Are you passionate about creating exceptional employee experiences through industry-leading benefits and disability management programs? If so, you will love working for Westland! We are looking for a strategic and experienced professional who thrives on enhancing employee wellbeing, supporting complex disability management initiatives, and driving continuous improvement across benefits, wellness, and retirement programs.

Expected Compensation: The expected hiring range for this role is $71,200 to $89,000 based on a 35-hour work week. Actual offered salary will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as market conditions for the role, and internal equity
Westland is committed to continuous learning where employees can grow their potential and write the stories of their careers. Financial assistance is available for approved work-related training/development courses leading to certification, and programs that offer professional development, including seminars and conferences.
Discover what’s possible, with Westland. The Westland story is all about growth, and that means plenty of possibility for everyone on our team. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of clients, communities, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to open new doors, we’re inviting amazing people like you to join us.

As a Senior Advisor, Benefits & Disability Management, you will serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, partnering with leaders, employees, vendors, and internal stakeholders to deliver competitive, compliant, and sustainable programs that support attraction, retention, engagement, and Westland's broader people strategy.

Interested in learning more?

Why you'll love Westland:

• An open, flexible and welcoming workplace
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn
• Autonomy to drive your own success
• Be part of our inclusive culture, alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with a wide variety of backgrounds
• A total rewards program that takes care of your financial, physical, and mental health
• Flexible paid Values Days to celebrate days important to you
• Paid Volunteer Days for employees as part of Amplifying Communities, a program to support causes that matter most to our employees and clients

Why we’ll love You:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration, disability management, Total Rewards, human resources, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of Canadian benefits programs, disability management practices, employee leave programs, and Total Rewards principles
• Experience supporting benefits renewals, benchmarking activities, vendor relationships, employee communications, and program improvement initiatives
• Working knowledge of employment standards, privacy legislation, workers' compensation, accommodation requirements, human rights legislation, and other relevant regulatory requirements
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to review data, identify trends, and support practical recommendations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex benefits and disability-related information to a variety of audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion, empathy, and sound judgment
• CPHR, CEBS, CCP, or a related professional designation is considered an asset

Once here, you'll:

• Support the administration, coordination, and continuous improvement of Westland's benefits, wellness, retirement, and disability management programs
• Provide guidance and subject matter expertise to employees, leaders, Benefits Specialists, and People & Performance partners on benefits, wellness, leave, retirement, and disability-related matters
• Coordinate benefit program administration, including enrolment processes, eligibility, employee communications, wellness initiatives, and plan documentation
• Partner with Payroll, HRIS, Finance, Legal, and People & Performance teams to support accurate, compliant, and effective program delivery
• Support benefits data integrity, reporting, audits, system enhancements, and process improvements within the HRIS environment
• Assist with benefits integration activities related to acquisitions, including due diligence, employee communications, enrolment planning, and transition support
• Conduct research, benchmarking, financial analysis, and trend reviews to evaluate program effectiveness and inform recommendations
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants, insurers, retirement providers, wellness vendors, and disability management partners to enhance the employee experience and support organizational success
• Support disability management programs, including short-term disability, long‑term disability, workers' compensation, workplace accommodations, and return-to-work initiatives, while helping ensure compassionate and compliant case management practices

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You belong here We strive to be much more than a great place to work. Here, you join a collective of incredibly vibrant, purpose driven, and open-minded people. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. You will be supported and respected for who you are and for the voice you add to the conversation. At Westland, you will feel the power of community. Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equity and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves. Westland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability -related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email [e-mail].

Surrey (Head Office), BC, 9850 King George Blvd #1500, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada