Advisor – Retirement and Benefits

CAE • Montreal, QC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Coordinate the administration of retirement and benefits programs in Canada with external vendors (e.g., Sun Life, Desjardins, AON, Telus Health), ensuring compliance with contracts, legislation, and service agreements. Act as the primary point of contact for Payroll, HRIS, HR Business Partners, and external providers to support program delivery and optimization. Communicate retirement and benefits programs to employees and HR teams, including leading annual renewal cycles and related activities. Ensure program compliance and maintain accurate, high-quality documentation aligned with regulatory requirements. Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) to HR teams by advising on the interpretation and application of retirement and benefits programs. Support the administration of retirement committees in Canada and follow up on action items and governance activities. Monitor program performance, including auditing reimbursements and identifying discrepancies or improvement opportunities. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, supporting the transformation of benefits programs toward a more strategic model. Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Benefits Analysts and HRBPs, to ensure alignment with business priorities and talent strategies. Support cost-conscious program management while balancing employee experience and organizational objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5 to 7 years of experience in retirement and/or benefits program management or in a consulting environment
• Experience with defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans
• Knowledge of insurance plans, including flexible and traditional models
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel for reporting and data analysis
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across various organizational levels
• High level of integrity, discretion, and attention to confidentiality
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong business acumen and influencing skills
• Bilingualism in French and English (required)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Workday or other HRIS systems
• Experience managing vendor relationships within a large, complex organization
• Exposure to benefits program transformation or continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience supporting governance structures such as retirement or pension committees
• Familiarity with cost optimization strategies in benefits programs

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the administration of retirement and benefits programs in Canada with external vendors, ensuring compliance with contracts, legislation, and service agreements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for Payroll, HRIS, HR Business Partners, and external providers to support program delivery and optimization.
• Communicate retirement and benefits programs to employees and HR teams, including leading annual renewal cycles and related activities.
• Ensure program compliance and maintain accurate, high-quality documentation aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) to HR teams by advising on the interpretation and application of retirement and benefits programs.
• Support the administration of retirement committees in Canada and follow up on action items and governance activities.
• Monitor program performance, including auditing reimbursements and identifying discrepancies or improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, supporting the transformation of benefits programs toward a more strategic model.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Benefits Analysts and HRBPs, to ensure alignment with business priorities and talent strategies.
• Support cost-conscious program management while balancing employee experience and organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Dynamic and collaborative team environment.
• Stimulating work environment.
• Culture where initiative is recognized and valued.
• Opportunity to contribute to a variety of projects within a multidisciplinary team.
• Attractive employee benefits.
• Hybrid work model combining in-office and remote work flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level