Manager Total Rewards
• Location: GTA, ON (Hybrid)
• Language: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English required; ability to communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences
• Background Check Requirement: Successful completion of a criminal background check required
About the Opportunity
Our Crown Corporation client is seeking a Manager of Total Rewards to join their growing team. As Manager, Total Rewards, you will shape programs that directly impact how employees are recognized, supported, and rewarded—ensuring compensation, benefits, and retirement offerings are competitive, equitable, and aligned with organizational goals.
You’ll partner closely with senior leaders, HR colleagues, and external vendors to modernize and strengthen total rewards programs. Leading a dedicated team of professionals, you’ll influence decision-making at the executive level while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Your work will help attract and retain top talent in an organization where public service, integrity, and inclusion matter.
What’s In It for You
• A meaningful leadership role within a mission-driven public sector organization
• The opportunity to shape and modernize total rewards strategy during a period of transformation
• Exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making
• A culture that values inclusion, respect, and diverse perspectives
• The ability to lead and mentor a team while driving tangible organizational impact
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and participation in a defined benefit pension plan
Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and continuous improvement of compensation, benefits, retirement, and recognition programs aligned to business strategy.
- In this role, you’ll oversee annual compensation cycles, market reviews, pay equity compliance, and job evaluation processes to ensure fairness and competitiveness.
- Manage group benefits and retirement programs, including vendor relationships, renewals, negotiations, and cost optimization initiatives.
- Provide strategic guidance to senior leaders, offering data-driven insights and recommendations to support workforce planning and talent strategies.
- Monitor legislative and market trends, ensuring programs remain compliant and forward-thinking.
- Coach and develop a team of total rewards professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including at least 3 years in a program or people leadership role.
- Demonstrated expertise in compensation administration, benefits management, and recognition programs.
- Strong knowledge of pension plan design and administration, ideally within a broader public sector or unionized environment.
- Sound understanding of relevant legislation, including Employment Standards, Pay Equity, Pension and Benefits, and Labour Relations frameworks.
- Proven analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at the senior leadership level.
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, don’t worry we make it easy. You’ll still engage directly with the client while we handle the logistics, provide guidance, and keep you informed every step of the way. We’ll represent your strengths, guide you through each stage of the process, and ensure the experience feels personal and transparent.
We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.
All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.
We use AI-assisted tools to help review applications. Our team provides human review and stays involved in every step of the hiring decision.
We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.
