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Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Compensation Lead to join their dynamic Human Resources team. In this key role, you will manage core compensation programs and processes, acting as a subject matter expert in job evaluation, pay equity compliance, off-cycle salary decisions, and salary range management.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organization by ensuring compensation practices are compliant, equitable, and aligned with strategic business goals.
Responsibilities
- Knowledge Management & SOPs
- Lead the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure team consistency and effective knowledge sharing.
- Year-End Compensation Cycle
- Support annual compensation activities including bonus eligibility calculations, compensation statements, quota reports, and employee communication materials.
- Off-Cycle Salary Management
- Evaluate and process off-cycle salary requests, ensuring alignment with internal policies and timelines.
- Provide recommendations and obtain necessary approvals prior to implementation.
- Foster strong relationships with HR partners and maintain internal equity.
- Job Evaluation & Classification
- Lead job evaluation processes and maintain job architecture, title guidelines, and the master job database.
- Review and calibrate job evaluation results for consistency and adherence to frameworks.
- Educate and coach HR team members on job evaluation tools and updates.
- Respond to and resolve job evaluation inquiries and escalations.
- Drive process improvements and maintain quarterly job evaluation dashboards.
- Pay Equity Compliance
- Administer and ensure compliance with all relevant pay equity legislation.
- Oversee operational planning, data validation, payment calculations, and budget tracking.
- Collaborate with consultants and internal partners to ensure accurate and timely data sharing.
- Monitor legislative updates and conduct regular compliance audits.
- Global Salary Range Management
- Maintain and update salary ranges across Canada, the US, and various functional areas (Corporate, IT, Sales).
- Reconcile benchmarking data and ensure tools and systems reflect accurate information.
- Publish approved salary ranges and upload data into internal systems.
- LTIP Program Administration
- Assist with Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) administration, including award tracking, communications, and participant record maintenance.
- Special Projects
- Lead or support compensation-related projects aligned with HR and organizational strategies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; CHRP or CHRL designation is an asset.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in compensation or total rewards.
- Proven expertise in job evaluation and pay equity compliance.
- Strong analytical skills with experience using tools such as Excel, SAP SuccessFactors, and compensation modeling software.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple high-accuracy projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working with external consultants and cross-functional teams.
- Solid knowledge of Canadian compensation legislation; U.S. or international experience is an asset.
David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.