Manager, Compensation Programs

Whats the Role

At Dexterra we support some of North Americas most dynamic work environmentsfrom offices to remote sitesand we know that behind it all is a simple truth: great people drive great outcomes.

Thats where compensation comes in.

Were looking for a Manager Compensation Programs who doesnt just understand compensationbut enjoys digging into it. Someone who can balance strategy and execution structure and flexibility and data with real-world decision-making.

If you like building things that actually get used partnering with leaders and making sense of complex compensation challengesthis is a role youll want to explore.

What Youll Be Doing

Designing Compensation Programs That Actually Work

• Shape and evolve our base pay structures job architecture and incentive programs across Canada and the U.S.
• Build frameworks that work in a decentralized business (and dont collapse under their own complexity)
• Keep us competitive externally and fair internally
• Support our growing U.S. footprint with regionally relevant approaches

Owning the Annual Compensation Cycle

• Lead merit and STIP cycles end-to-end (yesyoure the one who makes it all come together)
• Build practical tools and models that HR and leaders actually use
• Partner with Finance to keep everything aligned accurate and on track
• Support executive-level compensation work when needed

Keeping Us Compliant (and Ahead of It)

• Ensure pay equity compliance across Ontario Quebec and the U.S.
• Spot gaps before they become problemsand help fix them
• Keep documentation audits and standards clean and defensible

Making Dayforce Work Smarter

• Be the go-to for compensation in Dayforce
• Configure cycles maintain data integrity and improve how everything flows
• Look for ways to automate simplify and reduce manual work

Being a True Business Partner

• Support HRBPs and leaders with clear practical guidance on compensation decisions
• Help navigate offers promotions and off-cycle adjustments
• Turn complex compensation concepts into simple actionable advice

Continuously Improving How We Work

• Streamline processes reduce friction and improve how compensation gets delivered
• Build better tools better reporting and better ways of working
• Help shape a compensation function that scales with the business

Qualifications :

Who Were Looking For

• 7 years of compensation experience (Canada U.S.).
• Experience working in complex multi-entity environments.
• Strong foundation in job evaluation pay equity and program design.
• Proven ability to run annual compensation cycles.
• Advanced Excel and analytical skills (youre comfortable in the data).
• Dayforce experience is a strong asset.
• CCP GRP or similar designation is a bonus.

Additional Information :

Whats in it for You

• Be part of an industry thats more important than ever!
• Award winning safety culture.
• Hybrid work model.
• Supportive team environment with room to grow together.
• Employee Referral Program.
• We are growing!
• Certified as a Great Place to Work 2025-2026!

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veterans status Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Accommodation is available upon request at all stages of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates selected for interview.

Please Note: We kindly ask that staffing or recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this opportunity. We are not accepting agency referrals at this time.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time