Associate Compensation Consultant
About The Position
The Public Service Commission (PSC) is government’s human resources organization supporting departments, agencies, and employees to deliver programs and services to Nova Scotians. We are committed to building a collaborative and inclusive public service grounded in respect, integrity, diversity, accountability, and the public good. The PSC establishes human resource policies, programs, standards, and procedures, and provides direction, advice, and support to departments to ensure consistent, effective application across government. We are focused on the current and future needs of the provincial workforce to ensure the public service is equipped to meet the demands of a growing and changing province. Reporting to the Managing Director of Compensation, or Compensation Lead, the Associate Compensation Consultant supports compensation programs and services for the Province of Nova Scotia. The role works across key areas of compensation, including base pay, job evaluation, market research, costing, data analysis, pay adjustments, and client advice. Working independently on assigned matters and with guidance on more complex files, you will help deliver existing programs and support the development and implementation of new compensation strategies and solutions.
Requirements
- A university degree in a related discipline and three years’ experience in compensation, Human Resources, or another analytical field is required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel to manipulate, analyze, summarize, and present compensation and workforce data; detect trends or discrepancies; draw conclusions; explain findings; and formulate recommendations.
- Ability to gather and assess job, organizational, market, policy, and pay information to support job evaluation, costing, compensation analysis, and recommendations.
- Ability to apply established compensation and job evaluation frameworks consistently, identify missing information or potential risks, and seek guidance or escalation when required.
- Ability to explain technical compensation information clearly and prepare concise written summaries, briefing materials, and client presentations.
- Ability to support client consultations and provide practical information and advice within established compensation policies, practices, and approved frameworks.
- Ability to manage assigned files and multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, documentation, and follow-through.
- Willingness to complete the Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation is required.
Nice To Haves
- Direct compensation or job evaluation experience is preferred
- Candidates with strong analytical, human resources, policy, finance, labour relations, or related experience who can demonstrate transferable skills may be considered.
- A certification in the field of compensation, such as Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
- Experience with SAP HR
- Direct experience working with job evaluation, market analysis, compensation costing, pay adjustments, or pay plan administration are considered assets.
Responsibilities
- Conduct job evaluation by reviewing job documentation, analyzing responsibilities and relativities, applying established methodologies, preparing rationales, and maintaining accurate records.
- Use Microsoft Excel to analyze, summarize, and cost compensation and workforce data that supports pay adjustments, new pay plans, or other proposals or recommendations for review or approval.
- Conduct compensation market research, including custom surveys, external survey participation, market analysis, and preparation of findings to support evidence-based recommendations.
- Develop presentation and briefing materials by analyzing issues, summarizing project work, preparing options, and documenting recommendations for review by senior staff.
- Present analysis, findings, and recommendations to clients on assigned matters, including components of larger or more complex projects, with senior staff support.
- Provide advice and guidance to clients on assigned compensation matters, including job documentation, job evaluation, compensation data, costing, and established policies and practices.
Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Health
- Dental
- Life Insurance
- General illness
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Vacation
- Employee and Family Assistance Programs
- Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
- Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
- Countless career paths
- A Dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
