AVP, Employee Well-being, Pension & Benefits Programs

Permanent Full Time 

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The AVP, Employee Well-being, Pension & Benefits Programs will design and deliver well-being, health & safety, benefits, pension and savings plans for over 13,000 employees and oversee a team of 25 employees.  You will join a collaborative team of creative problem-solvers, turning issues into advantages by providing data driven, creative solutions aligned to our business and human resource strategies.

What you will do 

• Provide expertise and leadership in the ongoing review and refinement of competitive well-being, health & safety, benefits, pension and savings plans.
• Provide leadership and build capabilities focused on engaging and developing teams.
• Partner as an expert consultant to HR leadership and senior leaders regarding programs / procedures
• Oversee all business-as-usual activities, including annual benefits renewals, regulatory filings, pension plan audits, relationship management with Workplace Solutions & external partners, etc.
• Plan, define and implement projects that are aligned to organizational strategy, working closely with partners to ensure successful implementation.
• Develop communication materials to effectively market, inform and engage employees.
• Partner with cross functional teams on strategic transactions (e.g. acquisitions).
• Lead Pension Management and Investment Sub-Committee meetings, including facilitation and development of materials.
• Oversee financials and ensure plans are financially stable.
• Develop and analyze metrics gaining insight into the health of our programs, aligning and implementing strategies to address concerns.
• Manage the escalation of complex employee, advisor, retiree and contractual issues and engage with internal partners / experts to support resolution.

What you will bring 

• 10+ years pension & benefits leadership experience.
• In-depth and varied benefits and pension professional knowledge, disability case management, health and safety and human rights legislation; overall employment law knowledge.
• Experience at building and leading high performing engaged teams.
• Experience building strong collaborative relationships.
• Strong ability to influence others.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to build strong relationships.
• Experience managing budgets, salary administration and performance management.
• Strong financial acumen, including knowledge of underwriting arrangements and pension plan financial metrics.
• Experience developing and implementing programs.
• A passion for doing great work!

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The base salary for this position is between  $111,000 - $205,500 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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