Managing the company's compensation, benefits, and retirement programs is the core of this role, which reports to the Director, Human Resources. The Manager, Total Rewards is responsible for program implementation, education, governance, optimization, and overall budgetary impacts. This position ensures programs remain competitive, compliant, cost-effective, and aligned with the Company's business objectives and talent strategy, requiring the highest level of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion due to sensitive information.
Responsibilities
Oversee the administration and delivery of employee benefit programs
Support sites with benefit administration and employee data management
Develop competitive, cost-effective benefit programs through market research and benchmarking
Lead annual benefit renewals and manage relationships with insurers, brokers, and service providers
Monitor program utilization, costs, trends, and overall effectiveness, and recommend enhancements to improve employee experience, employee wellness and program sustainability
Partner with Communications to develop employee benefit education materials
Establish and maintain processes, controls, and governance practices supporting the administration of benefits programs
Manage annual benefit enrolment activities and ensure participant data accuracy
Resolve complex benefit issues and provide guidance to HR, leaders, and employees
Support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting requirements related to benefits
Manage retirement savings programs, including defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans, group retirement savings plan, TFSAs, and other retirement vehicles as applicable
Support sites with retirement plan administration and employee data management
Lead pension governance activities and support pension committee requirements, including meeting preparation, agenda development, minute-taking, action tracking, and governance reporting
Ensure compliance with all legislative, regulatory, fiduciary, and filing requirements
Oversee retirement plan administration, enrolment activities, employee communications, and participant data integrity
Manage the pension financial statements for the DCPP and work with Finance on the financial statements and audit for the DB plan
Partner with insurers and pension advisors to support effective plan administration, governance, and program optimization
Develop and deliver employee education, communication, and awareness initiatives that enhance understanding and participation in retirement programs
Monitor legislative and market developments and recommend plan enhancements
Prepare reporting and analysis on participation, costs, and program effectiveness
Millions of jobs, with real people getting hired every day
200,000+
New jobs added daily
7,000,000+
Verified job listings
1,000,000+
Tailored applications submitted
Administer compensation and total rewards programs, and develop practices that support the Company's business objectives and talent strategy
Review compensation structures to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and alignment with leading practices
Evaluate and recommend compensation strategies that support the attraction and retention of top talent across the organization
Provide compensation guidance and recommendations for hiring, promotions, transfers, organizational changes, retention initiatives, and offer packages
Lead the annual Short-Term Incentive ("STI") process, including planning, tools, guidance, communications, implementation, and reporting
Administer the Long-Term Incentive Plan ("LTIP"), ensuring the timely execution of annual grants, vesting events, reporting requirements, and equity recordkeeping through the Company's equity management platform
Conduct job evaluations, market benchmarking, and compensation analyses
Develop and deliver communication materials, educational resources, and training initiatives that support ongoing understanding of compensation and total rewards programs
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field, or equivalent combination of training and experience
5 to 7 years of progressive experience in compensation, benefits, pension administration, and total rewards
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with HRIS, payroll, and rewards administration systems
Sound knowledge of the regulatory and legislative requirements of pension administration
Experience managing external vendors, consultants, brokers, and service providers
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational/prioritization skills with an ability to multi-task to manage multiple projects while maintaining close attention to detail
Ability to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, professionalism, integrity, and discretion
Nice to have:
Certified Human Resources Professional or Certified Compensation Professional Designation
Benefits
Health, Dental, Life, AD&D, Disability, Healthcare and Wellness Spending Accounts, Virtual Care and Employee and Family Assistance Program
Company contributions and matching into a Defined Contribution Pension Plan
Long Term Incentive Plan and Short Term Incentive Plan
Important Details
Schedule: 5x2
Workplace conditions: corporate head office, located in downtown Toronto, Ontario with occasional travel to sites; attention to work issues in the evening or on the weekend
About the Company
Discovery is an Americas-focused precious metals company with a diversified portfolio. Its mission is to deliver sustainable value for all stakeholders by operating in a safe and responsible manner and having a positive impact on local communities. Discovery has an experienced team, dedicated to being a highly profitable producer of precious metals that generates superior returns, delivers substantial social-economic benefits and meets the highest environmental standards.
