Senior Advisor, Compensation & Data

Alto; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Wellness accounts

Flex-Alto transportation account

RRSP / TFSA

Vacation based on experience

Incentive compensation program

Hybrid work

Job summary

Alto in Canada is transforming transportation while advancing a major compensation project. The Senior Advisor, Compensation & Data partners with the Talent & Culture team to design, implement and continuously improve compensation programs, and to optimize HRIS processes.

You will analyze data, run market studies, support annual salary reviews and incentives, and deliver training on compensation. Collaboration with HR partners and leaders in French and English is essential.

Qualifications

• University degree in HR, IR, business or related field.
• Minimum of eight years in compensation.
• Experience with compensation data management.
• Experience using HR systems, preferably SAP SuccessFactors.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong quantitative analysis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate annual salary review cycles and incentive programs.
• Advise HR Business Partners and leaders on compensation policies.
• Conduct compensation analyses, job evaluations, and market studies.
• Design, update and improve compensation programs and guidelines.
• Develop and deliver training on compensation programs.
• Support audits related to compensation programs and processes.
• Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reports for compensation metrics.
• Ensure data integrity and consistency in compensation analyses.
• Serve as the primary HRIS resource for compensation processes.
• Participate in configuration, testing, implementation of compensation systems.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement.

Skills

Excel

SAP SuccessFactors

Data analysis

Compensation

Bilingual FR/EN

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Dashboards

Education

University degree in HR/IR/Business Admin/Finance/Economics/Actuarial Science

Tools

HRIS

Job description

At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge?

The role

Reporting to the Director, Global Compensation, the Senior Advisor, Compensation & Data serves as a trusted advisor to the Talent & Culture team, managers, and senior leadership on compensation programs and related processes.

The Senior Advisor, Compensation & Data plays a key role in the design, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of compensation programs. They also contribute to the optimization of compensation-related processes within the HRIS. In addition, they are responsible for analyzing and interpreting data to support decision-making, internal equity, and external competitiveness.

The responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the execution of annual salary review cycles and incentive compensation programs;
• Act as a subject matter expert and advisor to HR Business Partners, managers, and leaders on compensation policies, programs, and practices;
• Conduct compensation analyses, job evaluations, and market studies to support organizational decision-making;
• Participate in the design, update, and continuous improvement of compensation programs, policies, and guidelines;
• Develop and deliver information sessions and training on compensation programs;
• Support internal and external audits related to compensation programs and processes under their responsibility.

HR Data

• Develop and maintain dashboards, key performance indicators (KPIs), and reports related to compensation and workforce metrics;
• Ensure the integrity, quality, and consistency of data used in compensation analyses and processes.

HR Systems and Continuous Improvement

• Serve as the primary resource for compensation-related processes and modules within the HRIS;
• Participate in the configuration, testing, implementation, and optimization of compensation-related systems, tools, and processes;
• Identify and implement opportunities for automation, simplification, and continuous process improvement.

The Requirements

• University degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, or a related discipline;
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in compensation;
• Demonstrated experience in compensation and data management;
• Experience using and optimizing HR systems, preferably SAP SuccessFactors;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong quantitative analytical skills;
• Excellent problem-solving and continuous improvement capabilities;
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and sound judgment;
• Ability to handle highly confidential information;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• Flexible hybrid work mode.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.

Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration.

To find out more about the entire project, visit Alto - Home.