Senior Advisor, HR Practice Development and Compensation

Frima Studio Inc.; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.5-day workweek year-round

Hybrid work model

Vacation up to 7 weeks

Group insurance from day one

RRSP contribution

Wellness/account benefits

Ergonomic equipment allowance

Wellness perks and fitness options

Job summary

Frima Studio Inc. is seeking a Senior Advisor, HR Practice Development and Compensation to lead evolution of HR practices and compensation structures. You will analyze market data, align internal equity, and build dashboards to assess effectiveness while partnering with the VP, Talent and Culture.

You will influence policy and drive strategic HR initiatives in a flexible hybrid environment, drawing on French and English skills to collaborate with diverse teams in Quebec City and Montreal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Minimum of ten years in an HR generalist role or HR practice development.
• Experience in total compensation, salary structures and internal equity.
• Strong knowledge of HR domains, management practices and labour law.
• Good knowledge of HRIS and technology interest.
• CHRP or CIRC designation is a strong asset.
• Ability to travel outside the country as needed.
• Excellent command of French and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Evolve HR practices, processes and tools based on organizational needs and best practices.
• Develop and evolve total compensation practices, including salary structures and annual salary review process.
• Conduct market analyses and transform HR data into findings to support decision-making.
• Develop HR indicators and dashboards to measure effectiveness and identify opportunities.
• Contribute to simplification and automation of processes through technology and AI.
• Ensure evolution of HR policies and frameworks and compliance of practices with requirements.
• Advise the VP, Talent and Culture and the HR team by conducting assessments and proposing solutions.
• Support the Talent and Culture team and managers in applying HR practices.

Skills

HR strategy

Market analysis

Internal equity

HRIS

French & English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/IR/Business

Tools

CHRP or CIRC designation

Job description

Senior Advisor, HR Practice Development and Compensation

We need an impact player! Frima is looking for a Senior Advisor, HR Practice Development and Compensation to join its Talent and Culture team!

We are Frima, a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal for over 20 years, bringing together hundreds of passionate talents, united by one ambition: creating unforgettable games across all platforms.

We take care of our people

• 4.5-day workweek year-round (Friday afternoons off);
• At Frima, we promote a flexible hybrid work model;
• Up to 7 weeks of vacation per year, sick days & personal days: your well-being matters to us.
• Comprehensive group insurance coverage from day one;
• An RRSP contribution;
• A $450 health and wellness account per year;
• A $400 allowance for the purchase of ergonomic equipment;

Life at the studio

• Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, a gym, sports activities, etc.;
• Regular presentations on projects and new developments: we keep our team informed about developments at Frima;
• Close-knit, caring and inclusive teams, even remotely!
• Come discover the rest for yourself!

Job Description

What your weeks will look like

• Evolve HR practices, processes and tools based on the organization’s needs and best practices;
• Ensure the evolution of total compensation practices, including salary structures, positioning, internal equity and the annual salary review process;
• Conduct market analyses and transform HR data into findings and recommendations to support decision‑making;
• Develop and evolve HR indicators and dashboards to measure the effectiveness of practices and identify opportunities for improvement;
• Contribute to the simplification and automation of processes through technology and artificial intelligence;
• Ensure the evolution of HR policies and frameworks, as well as the compliance of practices with applicable requirements;
• Act as a subject matter expert and advisor to the Vice President, Talent and Culture and the HR team by conducting assessments and proposing solutions adapted to organizational challenges;
• Support the Talent and Culture team and managers in understanding and applying HR practices.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or any combination of education and experience deemed equivalent;
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in an HR generalist role and/or in HR practice development;
• In-depth experience in total compensation, particularly in market analysis, salary structures and internal equity;
• Strong knowledge of the various areas of HR expertise, sound management practices and labour law;
• Good knowledge of HRIS and a strong interest in technology;
• CHRP or CIRC designation, a strong asset;
• Ability to travel outside the country as needed;
• Excellent command of French and English, both written and spoken. English skills are required to perform the work, as we collaborate with English‑speaking partners.

What we value within our team

• Excellent analytical, synthesis and problem‑solving skills;
• Ability to navigate between a strategic vision and the concrete implementation of solutions;
• Professional judgment, autonomy and thoroughness;
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration and influencing skills;
• Excellent organizational and priority management skills.