Student, Compensation Analyst (Summer 2026)

Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. Youll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.

Job Description:

We are looking to hire a Student Compensation Analyst to support the Compensation team this summer. The Canada Total Rewards team develops and delivers compensation benefits and retirement/savings programs for the company. We determine how to pay our people in a way that optimizes our spend and furthers our Purpose which is to help our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. We have deep technical expertise and a desire to offer our employees modern compelling and relevant rewards.

Work Model: This opportunity is a hybrid position with a 1 - 2 day in-office requirement working from our Sun Life Toronto One York Office - 1 York Street Toronto ON M5J 0B6.

What will you do

• Help our team make informed decisions by deriving insights though relevant data analysis (e.g. compensation benchmarking)

• Contribute to key projects or work streams including salary structure design and salary increase cycles

• Evaluate jobs using Sun Lifes job evaluation methodology

• Support the delivery of foundational Total Rewards programs

What do you need to succeed

• Working towards a degree or diploma in human resources business or another relevant major and/or relevant transferrable work experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Excel

• High attention to detail

• Strong math and analytical skills

• Ability to take initiative and employ critical thinking

• Ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and a high regard for privacy and confidentiality

• Curiosity an open-mind and a desire to grow and learn about business financial services and HR

What is in it for you

• A friendly collaborative and inclusive culture where youre an innovator and trusted partner

• An environment of continuous learning and improvement

• Were honoured to be recognized as a 2022 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work Canada

• Gain exposure to Human Resources and Compensation in a major company with clients all over the world

• Develop analytical thinking communication and other core business skills by working with our team leads

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.

Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to .

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business our Clients and you! Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing screening interview scheduling.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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