Senior Manager, Compensation

SE Health; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SE Health is seeking a Senior Manager, Compensation to oversee and enhance compensation programs across the organization. This influential role requires strategic market benchmarking, compliance oversight, and collaboration with HR leaders to ensure equitable and competitive pay practices. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience and a passion for employee advocacy.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in Compensation roles with expertise in market analysis and program design.
• Strong knowledge of the Pay Equity Act and compensation regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage compensation programs across all business units.
• Lead market benchmarking and translate data into actionable insights.
• Develop guidelines for compensation programs and ensure compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resource management or business administration

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Manager, Compensation will be responsible for managing compensation programs across all lines of business., including planning, implementing, monitoring and supporting program design. Additionally, this role will be ensuring our compensation programs are competitive and pay practices are equitable. The Senior Manager, Compensation will be responsible for managing compensation programs across all lines of business, including planning, implementing, monitoring and supporting program design. Additionally, this role will be ensuring our compensation programs are competitive and pay practices are equitable.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

HR Partnership: Compensation Recommendations for all business units

• Review and analyze benchmark market data, including internal equity, to provide expert advice to HR Managers/Directors and business leaders regarding compensation issues (i.e. internal wage increases, external offers, job descriptions, and promotions)

• Based on comprehensive analysis, provide recommendations for the design and development of salary scales/grids

• Act as an internal consultant/knowledge resource. Provide subject matter advice/expertise to both business leaders and the HR team to ensure policies and practices are applied consistently.

• Provide guidance and advice to business and HR colleagues on questions relating to compensation, job evaluation and market analysis

• Forecast and determine cost for program changes and wage increases

Market Competitiveness

• Lead market benchmarking efforts, compensation analytics, and survey participation to keep ahead of industry trends across all business units.

• Translate compensation data into actionable insights that enhance employee experience and engagement.

• Prepare and present results/recommendations to leaders based on research and analysis of market data to determine competitiveness at various levels within the organization

• Research compensation programs for new contracts and business lines across; providing recommendation for RFP process

Compliance and Oversight of Compensation Programs

• Develop guidelines, implement and administer compensation programs, including annual/periodic reviews

• Manage annual compensation processes, including preparing communication materials, partnering with Finance on budgeting, and forecasting.

• Develop and maintain salary structures and the job evaluation system

• Lead pay equity analysis, job evaluations, and compliance initiatives to ensure fairness and transparency.

Future-Focused Program Design

• In partnership with the Senior Director, Total Rewards, develop innovative policies and compensation frameworks aligned with our Total Rewards philosophy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in human resource management or business administration or a related field

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation

• 7 years of progressive experience in Compensation with expertise in job analysis, market analysis, program design, managing and administrating compensation programs across multiple business lines.

• Exceptional analytical, able to use data to drive decisions and influence outcomes.

• Highly detail-oriented, excellent attention to detail and accuracy focused

• A collaborative partner with excellent communication skills, able to engage leaders, and drive change.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines is required

• A passionate advocate for employee experience, committed to creating innovative solutions that support SE Health’s People Everything approach.

• Strong knowledge of the Pay Equity Act and other compensation related regulations, standards, and legislations.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs; superior experience building Excel models and graphical displays of data is essential.

ABOUT US:

At SE Health, our people are everything—and our Home Office is an important part of that culture. When you choose to join SE Health, you become part of a caring, purpose-driven team that’s making a real difference across the country. Our Home Office is where innovation meets impact—supporting our direct care teams, driving strategic growth, and helping to shape the future of health care. As a member of our amazing Home Office team, you’ll collaborate with passionate colleagues, bring bold ideas to life, and contribute to meaningful work that supports thousands of care interactions each day. We believe in growing together, investing in our people, and creating an inclusive workplace where you can be yourself. Learn why you come first at SE Health.

In the interest of the health and safety of our patients/clients, employees, and greater good of public health, SE Health requires those that wish to work for this organization to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Fully vaccinated means a person has received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and it has been 14 days since the last dose.

SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] at your earliest convenience.