Vice President, Pension Strategy & Innovation (Remote)

Wisetrust; Toronto; Remote; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in workplace insurance and safety is seeking a Vice President, Pension Strategy & Innovation to optimize pension plan design and lead operational excellence. This high-impact role requires strategic leadership and in-depth knowledge of pension administration. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and over 10 years of applicable experience in pension operations, ensuring a sustainable and engaging plan for all stakeholders.

Benefits

100% employer-covered benefits from day one

Dedicated wellness days

Remote work flexibility

Inclusive leave policies

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in defined benefit pension plan administration or actuarial consulting.
• Deep knowledge of pension plan governance and relevant legislation.
• Familiarity with actuarial principles and pension funding methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction across pension administration and member engagement.
• Oversee internal teams to ensure service excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Champion innovation in member engagement strategies.

Skills

Change leadership

Executive communication

Collaboration

Innovation

Education

University degree in business administration, commerce, mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Pension administration platforms

Job description

WISE Trust – Workplace Insurance and Safety Employee Trust – is a defined benefit pension plan for almost 10,000 active, deferred, and retired workplace insurance and safety employees of Ontario.

WISE Trust was established to give the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) and the Ontario Compensation Employees’ Union (OCEU) an equal voice in the administration of the pension plan through a jointly sponsored pension plan. WISE Trust governed by a Board of Trustees, four appointed by the WSIB and four appointed by OCEU.

Our core values – integrity, accountability, service excellence, inclusivity, and innovation – help us do what we do by guiding decisions we make and determining the partners we work with so that we can continue to find ways to strengthen the pension promise to our members now and into the future.

Why Us?

Glad you asked! At WISE Trust we live by our values and genuinely care about the work we are doing. We are working to build a culture where all ideas are heard and respected, and where there is a focus on the health and wellbeing of everyone on the team. We continue to build a space where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and can connect and collaborate with their peers through virtual and in-person initiatives. In addition to a competitive salary, this position also offers benefits which are 100% covered by the employer - starting day one! If you want to learn more about our amazing team, apply today.

Join us in shaping the future of pension innovation.

This executive role offers a unique opportunity to drive operational excellence, strengthen trust with our stakeholders, and enhance the long-term sustainability and visibility of our defined benefit pension plan. As Vice President, Pension Strategy & Innovation , you’ll lead strategic delivery, innovation, and oversight, with a focus on optimizing plan design and elevating the member and employer experience.

What You’ll Do :

• Lead strategic direction across pension administration, member and employer engagement, actuarial oversight, and policy governance.
• Oversee internal teams and third-party administrators to ensure service excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with actuarial and finance teams to guide plan design, funding strategy, and long-term sustainability.
• Champion innovation to drive member and employer engagement strategies that prioritize education, trust, and accessibility.
• Lead strategic planning and preparation for the Plan Administration Committee and participate in Trustee and related governance meetings as required.
• Build cross-functional alignment, influence senior leaders, and foster meaningful partnerships to advance plan priorities.
• Promote a growth mindset to increase Plan visibility, brand recognition, and adoption.
• Model and reinforce organizational values, embedding empathy, respect, and trust in leadership, culture, and collaboration.

What You Bring :

• University degree in a relevant field such as business administration, commerce, mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in defined benefit pension plan administration, pension policy, operations management, pension consulting, and / or actuarial consulting.
• Deep knowledge of pension plan governance, administration, design, funding, and policy, with proven experience interpreting and applying relevant provincial and federal legislation including but not limited to the Income Tax Act, Ontario Pension Benefits Act, Family Law Act, and other legislation and guidelines related to pension plans.
• Familiarity with actuarial principles, pension funding methodologies, and experience working with or overseeing actuarial service providers.
• Executive communication, change leadership, and collaboration skills with a proven ability to drive innovation across teams and functions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and pension administration platforms with the ability to leverage tools for strategic analysis, reporting, and executive decision making.
• Designations such as PPAC, CEBS, ACIA / FCIA are considered strong assets

Employment Type : This is a full-time, permanent position. While we are a remote organization, this role will involve in-person attendance as required and only applicants who have reliable transportation to Toronto, Ontario will be considered at this time.

How to Apply : Don’t go unnoticed! Hit “Apply” to submit your resume. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those who meet the qualifications will be contacted at this time. If you have any questions or require accommodations to apply for this position, please email [e-mail] .

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Wellbeing (EDIBW) :

We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. We recognize that equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to a vibrant and high-performing organization — and that true inclusion also means fostering belonging and prioritizing the mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing of our people.

Our practices reflect these values :

• We build trust and transparency from the very beginning through practices such as reverse reference checks during hiring so that candidates can speak directly to members of our existing team to better understand what it is really like working with us.
• We support employee wellbeing with dedicated wellness days, remote work flexibility, and inclusive leave policies that reflect the diversity of family structures.
• We invest in equity by seeking feedback through our annual employee engagement surveys, thorough analysis of our compensation and total reward programs, inclusive leadership development, ongoing conversations that center learning, professional development, and even engaging in community partnerships that align with our equity-focused goals.
• We celebrate cultural awareness and promote psychological safety through one-on-one employee wellbeing check ins, leading with our values, having frequent discussions on respect in the workplace, and actively supporting opportunities for diverse perspectives and ideas in decision making.

Together, these commitments help us build a workplace where everyone — regardless of background, identity, or lived experience — has the opportunity to contribute meaningfully, feel a sense of belonging, and grow both personally and professionally.

Statement of Accessibility Commitment

The Board of Trustees of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Employees’ Pension Plan Fund, operating as WISE Trust, is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner, and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility requirements under the AODA and the Integrated Accessibility Standards. Our values of Integrity, Accountability, Service Excellence, Inclusivity, and Innovation all support our commitment to conducting ourselves in a way that is accessible to all.