Manager Benefits & Retirement Programs

Mississauga - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Whats the Role

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for delivering exceptional employee experiences through well-designed benefits and retirement programs

Were looking for a Manager Benefits & Retirement Programs to lead the design governance and administration of our North American benefits portfolio - covering both union and non-union populations across Canada and the U.S.

What Youll Be Doing

Strategic Planning & Governance

Lead the development and execution of benefits and retirement programs aligned with our Total Rewards strategy and long-term business goals.
Advise senior HR leaders on trends cost containment and risk management.
Ensure compliance with internal audit legal and external reporting standards.
Drive due diligence and integration for M&A activities.
Support ESG and Total Rewards disclosures.

Program Design & Management

Oversee health dental vision life disability retirement and wellness programs.
Ensure programs are competitive sustainable and cost-effective.
Provide expert support for collective bargaining and union negotiations.
Benchmark offerings and recommend enhancements.

Operational Leadership

Manage day-to-day administration including eligibility enrollment leaves and retirement.
Lead vendor relationships and performance reviews.
Collaborate with Payroll Finance and HRIS for seamless data integration.
Drive process improvements and automation.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure full compliance with ERISA ACA HIPAA COBRA FMLA and Canadian federal/provincial legislation.
Maintain accurate documentation and lead internal/external audits.

Employee Engagement & Communication

Develop clear engaging communication strategies for benefits education.
Lead open enrollment and change management campaigns.
Collaborate with wellness committees to enhance employee well-being.

Team & Stakeholder Leadership

Mentor a Total Rewards Specialist and influence cross-functional HR teams.
Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders across North America.

Qualifications :

Who are we looking for

Post-secondary degree in HR Business or related field.
7 years of progressive experience in benefits and retirement programs (Canada & U.S.) including 2 years in a leadership role.
Strong knowledge of unionized environments and experience interpreting collective agreements.
Familiarity with governance audit and reporting requirements for publicly traded companies.
Proficiency in HRIS systems (Dayforce preferred); advanced skills in Excel PowerPoint and Word.
Designations: CEBS (preferred); CHRP or CCP designations (assets).
Proven success in developing and implementing Total Rewards strategies.
Results-driven with a hands-on approach to execution.
Strong analytical critical thinking and business acumen.
Effective communicator with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels.
Experience leading teams and coaching for performance.
Comfortable with change and skilled at leading others through transformation.
Technically savvy and passionate about process improvement and automation.

Additional Information :

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

Be part of an industry thats more important than ever!
Award winning safety culture.
A flexible hybrid work model.
Supportive team environment with room to grow together.
Employee Referral Program.
We are growing!

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 colour 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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Employment Type :

Full-time

Whats the RoleAre you a strategic thinker with a passion for delivering exceptional employee experiences through well-designed benefits and retirement programs Were looking for a Manager Benefits & Retirement Programs to lead the design governance and administration of our North American benefits po...