Total Rewards Specialist

at  Federated Cooperatives Limited

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring multiple Total Rewards Specialists, one on a permanent and one on a temporary (12 month) basis, within our People & Culture team. These positions are a remote opportunity and can be based across Western Canada.
If you value collaboration, have a high attention to detail and thrive in a fast-paced environment this is an opportunity for you to shine!

WHO YOU ARE:

You are looking for a career Total Rewards and:

• Believe in collaboration, building relationships and values the perspectives of others.
• Are open and honest, results oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.
• Have previous experience in designing or administering Total Rewards programs including compensation, benefits, awards and recognitions, and pensions (any combination of these areas of focus).
• Have a bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Commerce or Finance (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).
• Industry designations/certifications such as such as Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR), Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), or WorldatWork certification would be considered an asset.

• Provide support in designing and developing Total Rewards strategies and frameworks for the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS).
• Participate in research, needs evaluation, design, development, and measurement of strategic activities related to Total Rewards, with the goal of creating programs and frameworks that enhance employee experience, engagement, retention, and to attract new candidates to FCL and local Co-ops.
• Support the design and development of strategic activities relating to Total Rewards and provide recommendations for program and structure adjustments/enhancements.
• Support the development and implementation of various Total Reward programs and projects such as recognition strategies, awards, bonuses, benefit enhancements, employee assistance programs, and the evolution of non-management compensation approaches.
• Support the creation of Total Rewards policies, processes and learning materials to support the communication strategy and plan for CRS employees.
• Support the coordination and roll out of organizational wide Total Rewards initiatives across the CRS through the utilization of FCL project and change management frameworks.
• Review and analyze current programs, policies, and data to identify trends/impacts and ensure alignment with best practice.
• Ensure that benefit plans and renewals are in compliance with internal guidelines, regulations, legislation and are aligned with provincial reporting requirements.
  Who you’ll work with :
  You will work closely with the Communities of Expertise (COE) team, and will report into the Manager, Total Rewards. This team is dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration, where seamless teamwork and open communication drive success. By integrating diverse skills and perspectives, they provide strong support for the CRS, through collective strength and shared commitment.