Senior Pension & Benefits Consultant

Metrolinx•Canada,

6d•CA$93,798 - CA$127,484

About The Position

The Senior Pension & Benefits Consultant provides senior advisory, analytical, and program management expertise to support the design, delivery, governance, and continuous improvement of Metrolinx's pension and benefits programs. The role serves as a subject matter expert on health, dental, life, disability, and pension benefits, ensuring programs remain competitive, compliant, sustainable, and aligned with the needs of a diverse workforce. The position leads projects, provides strategic recommendations, manages vendor relationships, and develops employee education and communication initiatives that enhance understanding and engagement with Total Rewards programs.

Requirements

Completion of a relevant degree/diploma in Human Resources Management, Business Administration – or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent
Demonstrated years’ experience in benefits plan design and costing, pension, wellness initiatives preferably in a large and complex unionized environment; experience partnering with HR Centre’s of Excellence to enable business outcomes
Strong knowledge of group benefits, disability programs, pension administration, and related legislation.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with data analysis, financial modelling, and program evaluation.
Experience managing vendors and external service providers.
Ability to build strong relationships and provide trusted advice to leaders, employees, HR partners, and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

CEBS, CHRP, or other related designation is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Contribute to the design, and continuous improvement of group benefits programs, including health, dental, life, disability, personal and health care spending account programs.
Manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and service providers to ensure high-quality service delivery and cost-effective program outcomes.
Monitor program performance, analyze trends, and develop recommendations to enhance employee experience and program sustainability.
Act as a trusted resource for employees, leaders, and HR partners on pension and benefits programs.
Develop and deliver communications, presentations, information sessions, and educational materials that help employees make informed decisions about their benefits and retirement planning.
Partner with OMERS and other providers to support employee awareness and participation in available programs.
Translate complex pension and benefits information into practical, easy-to-understand guidance.
Interpret policy and program provisions, legislative requirements, and collective agreement language to support consistent application across the organization.
Participate in the procurement of third-party service providers. Includes the development of Request for Proposals and other tender processes.
Identify opportunities to modernize policies and improve employee experience through process and program enhancements.
Support policy development and implementation activities across the Total Rewards portfolio.
Support governance and oversight of pension and benefits programs to ensure legislative, regulatory, and policy compliance.
Lead audits, reporting, reconciliations, and vendor performance reviews.
Analyze workforce, financial, and market data to inform program recommendations and business decisions.
Contribute to strategic projects and initiatives that strengthen Metrolinx's Total Rewards programs and employee value proposition.