Compensation Programs Specialist

at  Air Canada

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest, at the time any offer of employment is made and seeking any required work permits/visas or other authorizations which may be required is the sole responsibility of the candidates applying for this position.

LINGUISTIC REQUIREMENTS

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Qualifications

• University degree (or equivalent experience) in HR, Finance, Management or related disciplines.
• 1-3 years HR experience as a generalist, providing advice/guidance to Management on HR policies, federal laws, issues, etc.
• Strong communication skills with proven ability to explain complex concepts in simple terms.
• Must be customer-oriented with the ability to build positive relationships with internal clients and external service providers.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills when problem solving.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Apply sound judgment and discretion with highly confidential and sensitive personnel information.
• Innovative, continuous improvement mindset with a track record of streamlining processes and improving efficiency
• Experience with working independently and cooperatively / collaboratively as part of a team, developing productive working relationships with diverse groups of people.
• Proactive with a demonstrated ability to be self-directed, present opportunities as identified, and readily assumes responsibility for organization and compensation goals.
• Open to change and highly adaptable to changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; expert user of Excel

• Manage content of the compensation inbox and respond to employees’ inquiries and escalate as required.
• Oversee the maintenance of the job register (creation/modification of job codes), job description repository and the business card process with regard to titles.
• Update all compensation templates, letter and tracking systems.
• Provide support in the delivery of variable short-term and long t-erm incentive plans by preparing reports and testing applications.
• Maintain documentation related to current programs and procedures.
• Bring forward ideas and insights to help design programs to attract, engage and retain talents.
• Participate in various compensation and HR related projects which involve revision, development and/or re-design of existing compensation programs.
• Maintain awareness and knowledge of applicable legislation and ensure compliance of Total Rewards Programs.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including third parties.

Qualifications

• University degree (or equivalent experience) in HR, Finance, Management or related disciplines.
• 1-3 years HR experience as a generalist, providing advice/guidance to Management on HR policies, federal laws, issues, etc.
• Strong communication skills with proven ability to explain complex concepts in simple terms.
• Must be customer-oriented with the ability to build positive relationships with internal clients and external service providers.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills when problem solving.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Apply sound judgment and discretion with highly confidential and sensitive personnel information.
• Innovative, continuous improvement mindset with a track record of streamlining processes and improving efficiency
• Experience with working independently and cooperatively / collaboratively as part of a team, developing productive working relationships with diverse groups of people.
• Proactive with a demonstrated ability to be self-directed, present opportunities as identified, and readily assumes responsibility for organization and compensation goals.
• Open to change and highly adaptable to changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; expert user of Excel.