Manage and implement company pension and benefits policies and programs, ensuring high-quality customer service and effective relationships with providers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversight :
Ensure all pension and benefits activities are accurate, timely, and compliant with policies and legislation. - Plan Changes, Amendments, Compliance :
Identify, recommend, and implement changes to ensure compliance. - Communication :
Develop and execute communication strategies for pension and benefits plans. Oversee related content and materials. - Vendor Relationships :
Collaborate with providers to maintain compliant, competitive, and relevant plans. Resolve issues as needed. - Policies, Procedures :
Apply and interpret plan provisions and legislation. Recommend improvements for cost-effectiveness and satisfaction. - Reconciliations :
Manage monthly and annual reporting. Assist with audits and ensure accurate, compliant filings. - Team Management :
Oversee hiring, training, development, and performance of the team. - Additional Duties :
Handle other assigned duties and projects.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Education :
- College Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent.
- 5-7 years of pension benefits management experience.
- Experience with defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
- Proficiency in MS Office, HRIS, and benefits administration platforms.
Core Competencies :
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Additional Requirements :
- CEBS Designation is an asset.
- Knowledge of Employment Standards Act, Pension Benefits Act, Income Tax Act, Labour Law, and provincial Human Rights Codes is an asset.