Manager – Total Rewards

At CAAT, we’re passionate about what we do. And it shows!
 

Here, you’ll find a cultural spark in everything we do – from the way we partner with members and employers, to the way we work, collaborate, and grow. It doesn’t just feel different at CAAT. It is different. We’re one of the fastest-growing pensions in the country for a reason. We challenge the status quo, making a real impact on the hundreds of employers we serve – from education institutions to major corporations and household brands. And we’re just getting started. Driven by core values and a shared purpose, we’re fierce champions for better retirement security, known for our can-do culture where everyone plays a role in bringing our vision to life. If this sounds like a fit, we’d love you to be a part of it.

About the Role:

Are you a Total Rewards professional who enjoys turning complex data into meaningful insights, building strong business partnerships, and developing high-performing teams?

Reporting to the Director, Total Rewards, you will manage a team of three Total Rewards specialists responsible for delivering and continuously improving our compensation, benefits, wellness, leave, and recognition programs.  You will play a key role in supporting the execution and evolution of our Total Rewards strategy, ensuring our programs remain competitive, equitable, cost-effective, and aligned with organizational objectives, while maintaining compliance with applicable legislation and established governance practices.

As a trusted partner to HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and business leaders, you will provide expert advice, conduct complex analyses, and support informed decision-making on compensation, benefits, and other Total Rewards matters.

This role requires a combination of technical expertise, effective people leadership, strong stakeholder management, analytical capability, and operational discipline.

As the Newest Member of Our Team, You'll:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Total Rewards specialists, providing coaching, mentorship, and clear direction while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous professional development.
• Manage the delivery and continuous improvement of Total Rewards programs, including compensation, benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, disability, wellness, and recognition.
•  Collaborate with the Director, Total Rewards to administer compensation structures and governance, including salary ranges, job levels, job evaluation, market benchmarking, and internal equity and pay equity analyses to support fair and competitive compensation processes and practices.
• Lead annual compensation planning and administration, including merit and promotional increases, compensation reviews, Total Rewards Statements, and the preparation of management and executive materials.
• Support benefits renewals through cost analysis, scenario modeling, budget planning, and collaboration with external consultants and service providers.
• Manage external vendors, such as service provides and consultants, to ensure effective administration of the compensation, wellness and benefits programs. 
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders and HR partners, providing consultative, data-informed guidance on compensation, benefits, and Total Rewards decisions while navigating competing priorities and stakeholder needs.
• Translate complex data into actionable business insights through compensation analytics, market trend analysis, financial modeling, dashboards, and reporting to support informed decision-making.
• Drive operational excellence and effective program delivery by establishing priorities, managing competing deadlines, monitoring team deliverables, and ensuring accuracy, consistency, and high-quality service.
• Strengthen governance, compliance, and risk management by conducting program and data audits, maintaining data integrity, and ensuring adherence to applicable legislation, policies, and established controls.
• Champion continuous improvement and innovation by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, enhance stakeholder experiences, improve reporting, and leverage HR technology and automation.

To Succeed, You Bring:

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline. A professional HR designation (CHRP/CHRL) is an asset.
• A Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), or equivalent Total Rewards credential is preferred.
• At least five years of progressive experience in Total Rewards, compensation and benefits, including a minimum of two years of people leadership experience or demonstrated experience mentoring and developing specialists.
• Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits practices, including benefits administration, compensation structures, salary benchmarking, job evaluation, and pay equity.
• Working knowledge of relevant provincial employment standards, pay equity legislation, pension regulations, tax considerations, and privacy requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, and familiarity with compensation survey databases, benchmarking methodologies, and Total Rewards reporting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop a team, establish priorities, manage performance, and ensure accountability for high-quality deliverables.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence decisions, navigate competing priorities, and provide effective consultation to leaders at all levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex compensation and benefits concepts into clear, concise, and actionable recommendations.
• Highly developed analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, conduct financial and scenario analyses, and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Strong business acumen and sound judgment, with the ability to consider financial, operational, organizational, and employee impacts when evaluating Total Rewards decisions.
• Exceptional organizational, planning, and project management capabilities, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet critical deadlines, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• High standards of integrity, professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and compensation information.

The target hiring salary for this position is $125,800 – $157,200. Placement within our salary range will be based on factors such as internal equity, market conditions, and the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

At CAAT, we believe innovation, passion, and purpose are ingredients for a great work environment. We’re incredibly proud of our people and the remarkable impact they have as catalysts for change. We’re committed to attracting and keeping great talent, which means competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and an environment where people can grow and thrive. When you work with CAAT, you’ll enjoy:

• Opportunities to Build a Better You: We never stand still. As we grow, so do you. Enjoy a place that provides endless opportunities to learn and master your skills while cultivating new ones.

• Comprehensive & Holistic Care: Be at your best with a Total Rewards program that feeds and prioritizes your physical, mental, and financial wellness. From flexible work arrangements, comprehensive benefits to wellness incentives, and a defined benefit pension plan – we have you covered.

• A Place to Collaborate and Win: We’ve built a lively environment where creativity and open communication thrive. It’s why we’re consistently recognized as one of ‘Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures’, one of ‘Greater Toronto’s Top Employers’, and one of the ‘Best Places to Work’.

• Work that Truly Matters. You’re giving Canadians the opportunity for better retirement security, and organizations the chance to do more.
   

If you believe that Canadians deserve a future where a secure lifetime retirement income contributes to their financial and overall well-being, then CAAT could be the right fit for you. Start your journey with us today. Apply now.

Learn more about us by visiting www.caatpension.ca/careers

No artificial intelligence tools are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Artificial intelligence tools may be used to help recruiters identify potential candidates on external platforms. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB):

DEIB at CAAT means we respect and value the broadest range of experiences, geographies, gender, ethnicities, backgrounds, and perspectives as key elements of our culture. Our vision is to provide an environment where employees can bring their best, professional, authentic, selves to work.

CAAT Pension Plan is an equal opportunity employer, and we will accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact us at [email protected] or call Human Resources at 416-673-9000 for assistance.

Vacancy:

This posting is for an existing vacancy