Specialist, Benefits (12-Month Temporary Contract)

Vacances Air Canada Vacations / Air Canada Rouge•Montreal, QC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Air Canada Vacations is looking for talented people to join our exciting and continually growing team. We are looking for innovative and dedicated professionals who have a passion for travel and the desire to bring Air Canada Vacations to the next level. We look forward to having you on board! We're looking to hire an enthusiastic Human Resources and Benefits Specialist with well-rounded HR experience, an ability to manage his or her learning of multiple processes and policies and is comfortable with autonomy and taking direction. You will be hands-on and involved in the more 'day to day' requirements.

Requirements

Degree in Human Resources, labour relations or relevant field, combined with a minimum of 5 years of experience, in HR and/or Benefits
Knowledge of Canadian provincial and federal legislation
Knowledge of Dayforce is a definite plus
Experience in managing employee benefits
Ability to analyze data, understand trends and develop recommendations for action
Ability to influence, coach and consult with all levels of the organization in a positive and effective manner
Demonstrated knowledge of business practices and the link between HR strategy and business strategy
Bilingual in French and English

Responsibilities

Developing, recommending, improving and implementing plans and employee benefit policies, and oversee the administration of existing plans
Operate as a subject matter expert in the areas of benefits, pension, employee share purchase plan, and group health insurance
Monitor and respond to federal and provincial benefits related to compliance requirements, monitor vendor performance, and calculate payments due to benefit vendors.
Act as resource person to answer general inquiries from employees, across multiple locations in Canada
Administer group insurance regulations, interpret clauses in the group insurance policy
Experience with administering WSIB and CNESST claims
Expertise in defined contributions and defined benefits pension plans
Manage all leaves (parental, short term and long-term leaves) for employees across Canada
Lead the accommodation process, ensuring thorough documentation, timely follow‑up, and effective feedback.
Seek to improve our business processes, practices and policies (Benchmark our policies and practices against industry and make recommended changes for improvement) to implement best practices for our continued expansion and growth.
Participate in the Health and Safety committee, first Aid training
Partner with the HR team to benchmark and continuously improve HR strategies, processes, programs, policies and tools
Analyze trends and metrics, anticipate people-related needs and deliver value-added service to managers and employees
Deliver solutions that drive company and individual performance to achieve the company’s initiatives in a way that is reflective of our unique culture, and values
Work on critical projects that impact employee experience, engagement and retention