Manager, Benefits & Retirement Plans

Green Infrastructure Partners•Markham, ON

17h•CA$100,000 - CA$120,000

About The Position

Reporting to the Vice President, Human Resources, the Manager, Benefits & Retirement Plans is responsible for the design, administration, and governance of the organization’s benefits and retirement programs. This role ensures competitive, compliant, and cost-effective offerings that support employee well-being, financial security, and organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field.
7+ years of experience in benefits, pensions, and/or disability/leave management.
Strong knowledge of group benefits, retirement programs, and leave/disability frameworks.
Experience with multi-site or complex organizational environments.
Strategic thinking with strong financial and analytical skills.
Vendor management and negotiation expertise.
Deep understanding of compliance and regulatory environments.
Employee experience and well-being focus.
Ability to manage complex, sensitive cases with discretion.

Nice To Haves

CEBS or similar designation considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the organization’s health, wellness, and insurance programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability).
Lead annual benefits renewal and plan design process, ensuring market competitiveness and alignment with talent strategy.
Benchmark benefits programs and recommend enhancements based on market trends and employee needs.
Drive well-being initiatives, including physical, mental, and financial wellness programs.
Oversee defined contribution pension and retirement plans.
Manage governance, compliance, reporting, and regulatory obligations for pension and retirement plans.
Partner with actuaries, trustees, and consultants on valuations, funding, and investment-related matters (as applicable).
Lead employee communication and education on retirement programs.
Oversee Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and related income protection programs in partnership with insurers.
Ensure adherence to applicable employment standards, human rights, and disability legislation for disability management.
Lead relationships with benefits, insurance, disability, and pension providers.
Manage vendor performance, contracts, and service-level agreements.
Conduct RFPs and negotiate renewals to ensure cost-effectiveness and service quality.
Analyze claims and utilization data to identify cost-containment and program optimization opportunities.
Ensure full compliance with applicable legislation (benefits, pensions, leave, tax, and regulatory requirements).
Monitor changes in legislation and industry standards and adjust programs accordingly.
Maintain governance frameworks and documentation to support audits and regulatory reviews.
Oversee benefits, pension, and leave administration processes and systems.
Ensure accurate data management, enrollments, and payroll integration.
Continuously improve processes, automation, and self-service capabilities.
Lead and develop benefits/leave team members (as applicable).
Provide executive reporting and insights on program performance, cost, and risk.
Partner with HRBPs, Payroll, Legal, and Finance to align programs with business needs.