Total Rewards Coordinator

Pet Valu Canada Inc. (Company); Markham; Hybrid; CAD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Health and dental benefits

Employee share purchase plan

Learning and development support

Inclusive, collaborative culture

Company events

Product discounts

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pet Valu Canada Inc. in Markham, Ontario seeks a Total Rewards Coordinator to administer benefits, leaves, LTD, and payroll-related activities. You will manage HRIS data, respond to inquiries, and support onboarding as part of a broader total rewards initiative.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and cross-functional collaboration with franchisees and external providers; experience with Workday and payroll processes is a plus. Hybrid work options are available.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of administrative Human Resources experience including benefits administration.
• Graduate of a post-secondary program with an HR or Business focus.
• Intermediate experience in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel (pivots, lookups, mail merges).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative and results driven environment.
• Proven ability to manage confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer benefits for employees and franchisees in Canada & U.S., including enrolments, terminations, and inquiries.
• Coordinate LTD, leaves of absence, and workers' compensation records and audits.
• Maintain HRIS data accuracy and support payroll and benefits coordination.
• Support onboarding, employee communications, and employee experience initiatives.
• Assist with HR projects, committees, and general HR team support.
• Provide backfill for Receptionist during lunch or days off.

Skills

HR administration

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

HR or Business degree

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Job description

Hybrid: Markham, Ontario

Job Description: About Us

Job Summary

The Total Rewards Coordinator is responsible for administering employee total rewards programs, including group benefits, leaves of absence, long-term disability (LTD), workers' compensation, bonus processing, and HRIS support. This role ensures the accurate and timely delivery of programs and services that support employee well-being, engagement, and retention. The Coordinator acts as a key resource for employees, managers, franchisees, and external providers, responding to inquiries and facilitating the resolution of benefits, leave, disability, and compensation-related matters, as applicable to their groups. They maintain accurate employee records, support compliance with legislative and company requirements, and coordinate processes related to employee accommodations and return-to-work programs. The role also contributes to payroll and LTD audits, reporting, onboarding initiatives, and continuous improvement projects that enhance the employee experience and operational effectiveness of the Human Resources function. In addition, the Coordinator will be involved in the Benefits Implementation Project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Benefits Administration (Canada & U.S.): Administer group benefits for employees and franchisees, including enrolments, terminations, status changes, and claims support Maintain benefits data in HRIS, ensuring accuracy and proper integration with external vendor systems. Respond to benefits-related inquiries and communicate plan details and changes clearly and effectively. Support the Group Benefits annual renewal and open enrolment processes by coordinating data requirements, communications, and logistics. Prepare and submit information required to meet legislative requirements. Support the Employee Share Purchase Plan administration, including employee enquires as required. Reconcile and process invoices for benefits and other HR-related service providers.
• Disability, Leaves & Workers’ Compensation Administration: Coordinate Long-Term Disability (LTD) claims, including eligibility reviews, claim package administration, employee support, and carrier communication. Maintain accurate leave of absence, disability, and workplace accommodation records within Workday and related systems; conduct regular LTD audits to ensure data accuracy, compliance, and alignment with payroll and benefits administration. In partnership with HR Generalists, follow up on leaves of absence return dates and accommodation requests, as needed, for all leave types including illness, parental/maternity leave, etc. Support the administration of workers' compensation claims and coordinate required reporting, documentation, and communication with applicable boards and providers. Support return-to-work and accommodation processes in partnership with employees, managers, HR Generalists, and external stakeholders. Generate reports and monitor trends related to disability, leave, and workers' compensation programs to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Compensation & Reporting Support: Prepare information and coordinate the processing of monthly and quarterly store bonus payments. Support compensation-related reviews, including store minimum wage updates. Contribute to bi-weekly payroll audits and generate HR reports as required.
• HRIS Support: Assist with HRIS maintenance, configuration updates, and data integrity tasks. Collaborate with HR and IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve system issues.
• Employee Experience & Communication: Manage assigned employee inquiries with a focus on timely, helpful, and employee-centric communication. Support onboarding and employee experience initiatives such as new hire orientations, wellness events, and goodwill gift coordination. Provide employment verification letters and other documentation as requested.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Projects: Participate in HR projects and committees, such as the social and wellness committees. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to total rewards and employee service delivery. Provide general administrative support to the HR team as needed. Provide backfill for Receptionist on lunch and/or days off.

Qualification and Experience

Required:

• 1-2 years of administrative Human Resources experience including benefits administration.
• Graduate of a post-secondary program with an HR or Business focus.
• Intermediate experience in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel (pivots, lookups, mail merges).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative and results driven environment.
• Proven ability to manage confidential and sensitive information in a professional manner.
• Attention to detail, able to prioritize and have a sense of urgency.
• Take the initiative to identify and suggest solutions to issues with an understanding of employee impact.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with workers’ compensation administration strongly preferred.
• Experience with Workday is an asset.
• Compensation: The targeted salary range for this position is $47,400-$60,000 annually. The final offer will be based on factors such as market location, relevant skills, experience and internal equity.

Compensation

The targeted salary range for this position is $47,400-$60,000 annually. The final offer will be based on factors such as market location, relevant skills, experience and internal equity.

Why work for us?

• Hybrid, Flexible Work Options
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company matching
• Learning and Development support tailored to you
• An inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice matters
• Fun company events that keep us connected
• Preferred rates for car rentals, hotels, phone plans and gym discounts
• Generous employee discounts on our products

Pet Valu is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and accessibility. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). At Pet Valu, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our hiring practices. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Pet Valu may use AI enabled technology to assist in the recruitment process for positions. The use of AI helps us ensure we are providing an equitable and streamlined recruitment experience for all applicants. While AI tools support our recruitment process, all decisions throughout the process are made exclusively by Pet Valu’s hiring team. At no stage does AI determine recruitment outcomes. We believe in investing in the development of our people and have an industry-leading promotion rate. Our mission is to offer the highest quality products at a great value to improve the quality of life for all pets and pet owners.