Our Public Sector Client is looking for a Total Rewards Specialist to join their team.
What we offer:
- Location: Pickering, ON
- Your pay rate will be $43.77/hr. - $54.64/hr. depending on experience, plus 4% vacation pay. Drake will pay you for the hours you work, less your lunch break, and will add 4% vacation pay. We Deduct CPP, EI And Income Tax. You will be paid each Friday for the previous week’s work.
- Days of work: Monday to Friday. 36.25 hours per week.
- Start Date of work: ASAP for a 6-month contract
- Working Hybrid - 50 hours/month in office.
What you’ll do:
Working as a Total Rewards Consultant you will design, manage, and enhance compensation, benefits, and employee reward programs that attract, retain, and engage top talent. You will partner closely with business leaders to ensure our total rewards strategy supports organizational goals, promoting equity, and delivering strong employee experience.
- Partner with business leaders and HR teams to provide expert guidance on compensation programs and policies
- Lead annual compensation cycles, including salary reviews, merit increases, and variable pay programs
- Design and implement compensation structures and incentive programs aligned with business objectives
- Develop and maintain job architecture and job evaluation frameworks to ensure fairness and consistency
- Conduct compensation analysis and pay equity reviews; recommend adjustments based on market trends
- Prepare and deliver total compensation communications and statements
- Ensure compliance with applicable legislation (e.g., Pay Equity, Employment Standards)
- Support labour relations matter such as negotiations, grievances, and arbitrations
- Design and deliver competitive benefits programs, recognition initiatives, and employee engagement strategies
- Analyze benefits data (premium reconciliation, renewals, utilization trends) to optimize offerings and cost efficiency
- Collaborate with leadership to enhance benefits strategy and ensure regulatory compliance
- Lead program communications, training, and education for employees and leaders
- Partner on wellness initiatives promoting mental health and a positive workplace culture
- Resolve escalated benefits and claims issues with a focus on employee experience
- Manage third-party vendors to ensure quality service and cost effectiveness
- Lead RFP processes for benefits and compensation vendors
- Support annual budgeting and forecasting for total rewards programs
What we’re looking for:
- Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Finance, Industrial Relations, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in compensation or total rewards
- Experience designing and managing Canadian compensation and benefits programs (unionized environments preferred)
- Strong knowledge of Ontario legislation (ESA, Pay Equity Act, Human Rights Code, WSIA)
- Advanced Excel and HRIS experience; strong analytical and data interpretation skills
- Strong project management and organizational abilities
- CHRP/CHRL designation, Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
If this sounds like a fit for you, we invite you to apply today! This position is immediately available.
Since 1951, Drake International has been a global leader in integrated human capital solutions, delivering tailored services in recruitment, assessment and upskilling, operational efficiency, healthcare, and workplace wellbeing. We partner directly with employers to offer candidates the best opportunities at no cost, with a human-centered approach.
Recruitment decisions are led by our team. We may occasionally pilot AI-supported screening tools to support efficiency, but they are not a fixed part of our selection process. All hiring decisions are made by people, and candidates will be informed if any AI tool is involved in their assessment in accordance with the Employment Standards Act.
Drake International is an equal opportunity employer committed to accessibility, inclusivity, and diversity. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact your Branch Representative.
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