Senior Manager, Compensation

Saint Elizabeth; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 97,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Benefits & pension

Flexible pay options

Tuition support

Staff perks

Job summary

SE Health in Canada is seeking a Senior Manager, Compensation to lead company-wide compensation design and governance, in partnership with the Senior Director, Total Rewards. You will develop salary structures, conduct market analyses and ensure pay equity and equity across lines of business.

The role requires a CCP designation, a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of seven years in compensation/Total Rewards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance or related field; CCP required.
• Minimum 7 years in Compensation/Total Rewards with job evaluation and market analysis.
• Proven ability to design compensation frameworks and governance practices.
• Strong analytical, consulting and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead compensation benchmarking, analytics and surveys to inform competitiveness.
• Develop salary structures and job evaluation systems with governance.
• Provide expert guidance on compensation, market analysis and cost forecasting.
• Lead annual compensation processes and budgeting collaboration with Finance.

Skills

Compensation strategy

Market analysis

Data-driven recommendations

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance

CCP designation

Tools

Excel modelling

Reporting tools

Job description

Position Summary:

The Senior Manager, Compensation will be responsible for managing compensation programs across various lines of business., including planning, implementing, monitoring and supporting program design in partnership with the Senior Director, Total Rewards. This role will be ensuring our compensation programs are competitive and pay practices are equitable.

Primary Accountabilities:

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
• Lead 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 & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation required.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in Compensation and/or Total Rewards, including job evaluation, market analysis, compensation program design, and administration across multiple business lines.
• Demonstrated experience developing compensation frameworks, policies, governance practices, and innovative solutions that support organizational strategy and employee experience.
• Strong business acumen and consulting skills, with the ability to provide trusted advice and influence leaders through data-driven recommendations.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data to meaningful insights and actionable recommendations.
• Proven ability to create clear, concise, and client-ready materials, including executive presentations, business cases, policies, guidelines, and communication tools.
• Highly detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, manage competing priorities, and deliver results in an evolving environment.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-management skills, with experience working across Human Resources, Finance, Payroll, and operational teams with exceptional commitment to customer service with a strong sense of urgency.
• Strong knowledge of compensation-related legislation, including the Pay Equity Act and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting HR transformation initiatives and leveraging technology to improve processes, reporting, governance, and decision-making.
• High level of integrity, discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs; superior experience building Excel models and graphical displays of data is essential.
  

Why join SE Health?

• Competitive Total Rewards
  So much more than a paycheque! Enjoy comprehensive benefits, pension, flexible pay options, car-loan support, housing solutions and exclusive staff perks.
• Flexibility & Belonging
  Thrive with hybrid work, flexible scheduling and a supportive, inclusive culture that puts people first.

• Innovative

  At SE, we are always looking for new, innovative ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged and supported to identify and make improvements to the way we do our work. As a social enterprise, we support research into Senior’s Health and Aging.

• Purpose & Impact
  Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation and strengthen communities across Canada.

• Growth That Meets Your Ambition
  Access tuition support, training and meaningful career pathways across a growing, future-focused organization.

About SE Health

SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential. We’re also an inclusive, supportive workplace offering competitive compensation, strong benefits and real opportunities to grow. We’re All In Together.

Accessibility

If you require accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

AI and compensation details:

We use AI to take notes during our interview. All applications and interviews are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. This role is a new addition. The total target compensation for this position is $97,000 - $121,000. The compensation offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies, taking into consideration internal equity.