Senior Benefits Specialist (Hybrid)

Irving Oil; Saint John; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Benefits Specialist to lead innovative projects that enhance employee experience through strategic benefits design. This role involves developing and implementing competitive benefit programs, conducting market analysis, and driving effective communication strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in benefits administration and HR operations, with excellent communication and organizational skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers a hybrid work model, competitive compensation, and wellness support, making a meaningful impact on employees' lives.

Benefits

Access to fitness facility

Onsite nurse

Café

Annual bonus plan

Pension plan

Parking allowance

Flexible Benefits Plan

Paid vacation

Annual wellness allowance

Paid volunteer day

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in benefits administration or HR Operations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement competitive benefit programs aligned with company culture.
• Lead projects for strategic benefit design refresh and communication strategies.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Detail oriented

Strong business acumen

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Benefits Specialist (Hybrid)

Senior Benefits Specialist (Hybrid)

Apply locations Saint John time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R125259

As a Senior Benefits Specialist you will be responsible for leading projects to support the implementation of the strategic vision and design of our global benefits, ensuring we are delivering a branded employee experience through innovative, employee-centric solutions.

What we offer:

• Work environment: Work in our beautiful home office building with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse, and a café
• Hybrid work model: Allows for a blend of in-office and work-from-home days
• Competitive compensation: Includes an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowance
• Flexible Benefits Plan: In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs
• Paid vacation: There is an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too
• Wellness support: With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community: Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation-matching program

Your Responsibilities:

• Design and implement benefit programs that are designed competitively, executed effectively, and align with Irving Oil’s culture and brand
• Lead projects that support the strategic refresh of benefit design (globally) with consideration of current market place offerings and employees
• Develop and lead extensive communication strategies to support internal employee communication and education campaigns in partnership with our outside vendors and our Internal Communications team
• Conduct regular benchmarking, trend analysis, employee pulse survey and data analysis to elevate design and make recommendations for improvement opportunities
• Implement and monitor an action plan to achieve targeted results

Your Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with high ownership and accountability while maintaining the utmost confidentiality in dealing with employee records and business information
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills
• Ability to work within a team environment, as well as independently

Your Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent
• 7 years of experience in benefits administration or HR Operations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job Requirements - Work Experience: Benefits Administration

Job Requirements - Education: Bachelors

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.