Executive Compensation Consultant

Permanent Full Time 

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We are looking for a data-savvy and detail-oriented Executive Compensation Consultant to join our team. In this role, you will support the design, analysis, and administration of executive compensation programs, with a strong focus on data integrity, analytics, and compliance. The Executive Compensation Consultant also plays a central role leading the management of the company’s equity-based long-term incentive programs and providing related subject matter expertise. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for compensation to grow within a dynamic and supportive environment.

What you will do 

• Manage the company’s equity-based incentive programs and related processes; responsible for overall program administration (e.g., facilitating award grants and payouts, communications, analysis and reporting), supporting periodic design review, fostering plan awareness and understanding across the organization, and providing expert advice.
• Contribute to the annual base salary and incentive compensation review cycles for executives; applying disciplined project management, program administration, identifying efficiencies and process improvement opportunities, contributing to system testing and validation, and devising solutions to meet all deadlines and deliverables.
• Develop compensation recommendations for individual executive arrangements as part of regular or off-cycle reviews, promotions, new hires, terminations and special assignments.
• Compile, organize and analyze market benchmarking data, and present clear, actionable insights to HR and business stakeholders.
• Support strategic initiatives aimed at developing or enhancing executive total rewards program designs and practices through research, modelling and analysis.
• Conduct executive job evaluations in keeping with the company’s job architecture framework.
• Contribute to the preparation and validation of data and exhibits for senior management and Board of Directors meetings, external disclosures, and regulatory filings.
• Monitor competitive market trends and maintain a thorough understanding of contemporary executive compensation issues, practices, and regulations.
  

What you will bring 

• Post-secondary degree, preferably in Business / Commerce, Accounting, Economics or Human Resources.
• At least 2 years of experience in Compensation, Human Resources, or in an analytical role. Direct experience in a compensation role or with equity program administration is preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills – demonstrated ability to understand, organize, and make sense of data and develop reports; is inquisitive and aims to understand the “story beyond the numbers.”
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel required, including working knowledge of formulas, vlookups, pivot tables and other functions; enjoys working with spreadsheets. Strong skills in numeracy, mathematics an asset. Proficient in Power Point and Word.
• Detail orientated with a focus on accuracy, and ability to manage sensitive data with discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, including under pressure and with time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and priorities.
• The successful candidate will be required to communicate in French and English in order to support clients from various jurisdictions outside of Quebec

The base salary for this position is between  $64,500 - $107,500 annually.  This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc).  If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. 

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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