Top Benefits
About the role
Job Overview The Total Rewards Analyst-Benefits and Pension is responsible for supporting the Sr. Manager, Total Rewards with benefits and pension analysis and insights, administration and process improvement initiatives and providing backup and support for other Total Rewards processes, such as Compensation and Wellness.
This role will help to administer and/or implement employee benefit and pension programs aligned with Company goals and our total rewards philosophy. The Total Rewards Analyst – Benefits and Pension will partner closely with both internal and external clients in order to provide day-to-day administration of both Canadian and US benefits and pension programs in both union and non-union environments.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Oversee the administration of employee benefits and pension programs across Canada and the US. Responsibilities include: managing invoices for self-administered plans, processing vendor payments, responding to employee inquiries, and ensuring timely follow-up
- Responsible for the day-to-day administration of DB pension plan, including enrollments, terminations, and pension payment processing
- Administer the daily operations of the 401(k) plan, ensuring compliance and timely processing of employee transactions.
- Coordinate and administer leave programs in Canada (STD, LTD) and the US (STD, LTD, FMLA), ensuring accurate tracking and communication with employees and vendors
- Collaborate with the HR team to support new hire onboarding by providing benefits and pension program information, assisting with enrollment, and addressing related questions
- Develop and maintain up-to-date benefits and pension communication materials across all platforms, including content on the company SharePoint site, printed materials for hourly employees at plant locations, highlights on digital bulletin boards at all office/ plant locations, annual open enrollment and new program rollout specific communications
- Arrange annual benefits enrollment processes in Canada and the US. Support wellness initiatives and events, including travel to office and plant sites as needed
- Create and maintain compliance reports and validations to support internal audit requirements
- Partner with the HRIS Manager and Payroll team to implement benefits-related system enhancements, resolve issues, and improve functionality
- Maintain accurate employee benefits and pension contributions and deductions records
- Participate in benefits surveys and conduct data analysis to support program recommendations and changes
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with a focus on continuous process improvement.
- Serve as the primary backup to the Total Rewards Analyst – Compensation, supporting processes such as salary reviews, incentive payments, and compensation surveys
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree with experience in Human Resources preferred, or experience in a business-related field
- 2-3 years’ experience in benefits-pension administration
- 2-3 years’ experience with various HRIS and/or web-based systems. Experience with UKG (UltiPro) Systems considered an asset
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for communication and make recommendations based on analysis and interpretation of various data sources
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel
- Demonstrated experience/maturity to handle confidential and sensitive information
- Basic Accounting skills are an asset, but not required
- Knowledge of, or experience with, US-based benefits is an asset
What's in it for you? Join High Liner Foods for a career where you shape your path, backed by great benefits, flexible work, and a culture of diversity, innovation, and sustainability. Immerse yourself in opportunities to make a real impact and grow with us in our mission to nourish lives. Start your adventure where endless possibilities to thrive together await.
- Competitive Salary
- Heath, dental & vision coverage
- Pay for performance incentives
- Employee & Family assistance programs
- Wellness Programs
- Retirement Planning
- Supplemental Parental Leaves
- Disability Support
- Family friendly Flex policies & Summer hours
- Volunteer hours
- Learning and mentorship opportunities
- Safety focused work environment
To learn more please visit our career/LinkedIn/Indeed page
Current employees please note: this position is referral bonus eligible! See our policy for more details.
#HLSJ
About High Liner Foods
High Liner Foods is a leading North American processor and marketer of value-added frozen seafood. Our retail branded products are sold throughout the United States and Canada under the High Liner, Fisher Boy, Mirabel and Sea Cuisine labels, and are available in most grocery and club stores. We also sell branded products under the High Liner, Icelandic Seafood, Mirabel and FPI labels to restaurants and institutions, and are a major supplier of private-label, value-added frozen seafood products to North American food retailers and foodservice distributors.
With a shared purpose of Reimagining Seafood to Nourish Life and innovative, award-winning seafood, High Liner Foods is at the forefront of the latest culinary trends and sustainability practices. Our broad portfolio is shaped by consumer insights and is complemented by an unwavering dedication to providing excellent service and consistently superior customer satisfaction.
We are a 'people first' organization that is committed to investing in all aspects of the employee experience, including providing continuous development and learning opportunities, rewarding careers, and a strong focus on employee safety and well-being.
We work in a friendly, collaborative, and team-based environment where you can be challenged and rewarded as we all strive for excellence. If you are talented, driven, and have the vision to lead, your potential for growth at High Liner Foods is unlimited. Join our team and help us change the way we see food!
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Overview The Total Rewards Analyst-Benefits and Pension is responsible for supporting the Sr. Manager, Total Rewards with benefits and pension analysis and insights, administration and process improvement initiatives and providing backup and support for other Total Rewards processes, such as Compensation and Wellness.
This role will help to administer and/or implement employee benefit and pension programs aligned with Company goals and our total rewards philosophy. The Total Rewards Analyst – Benefits and Pension will partner closely with both internal and external clients in order to provide day-to-day administration of both Canadian and US benefits and pension programs in both union and non-union environments.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Oversee the administration of employee benefits and pension programs across Canada and the US. Responsibilities include: managing invoices for self-administered plans, processing vendor payments, responding to employee inquiries, and ensuring timely follow-up
- Responsible for the day-to-day administration of DB pension plan, including enrollments, terminations, and pension payment processing
- Administer the daily operations of the 401(k) plan, ensuring compliance and timely processing of employee transactions.
- Coordinate and administer leave programs in Canada (STD, LTD) and the US (STD, LTD, FMLA), ensuring accurate tracking and communication with employees and vendors
- Collaborate with the HR team to support new hire onboarding by providing benefits and pension program information, assisting with enrollment, and addressing related questions
- Develop and maintain up-to-date benefits and pension communication materials across all platforms, including content on the company SharePoint site, printed materials for hourly employees at plant locations, highlights on digital bulletin boards at all office/ plant locations, annual open enrollment and new program rollout specific communications
- Arrange annual benefits enrollment processes in Canada and the US. Support wellness initiatives and events, including travel to office and plant sites as needed
- Create and maintain compliance reports and validations to support internal audit requirements
- Partner with the HRIS Manager and Payroll team to implement benefits-related system enhancements, resolve issues, and improve functionality
- Maintain accurate employee benefits and pension contributions and deductions records
- Participate in benefits surveys and conduct data analysis to support program recommendations and changes
- Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with a focus on continuous process improvement.
- Serve as the primary backup to the Total Rewards Analyst – Compensation, supporting processes such as salary reviews, incentive payments, and compensation surveys
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree with experience in Human Resources preferred, or experience in a business-related field
- 2-3 years’ experience in benefits-pension administration
- 2-3 years’ experience with various HRIS and/or web-based systems. Experience with UKG (UltiPro) Systems considered an asset
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for communication and make recommendations based on analysis and interpretation of various data sources
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel
- Demonstrated experience/maturity to handle confidential and sensitive information
- Basic Accounting skills are an asset, but not required
- Knowledge of, or experience with, US-based benefits is an asset
What's in it for you? Join High Liner Foods for a career where you shape your path, backed by great benefits, flexible work, and a culture of diversity, innovation, and sustainability. Immerse yourself in opportunities to make a real impact and grow with us in our mission to nourish lives. Start your adventure where endless possibilities to thrive together await.
- Competitive Salary
- Heath, dental & vision coverage
- Pay for performance incentives
- Employee & Family assistance programs
- Wellness Programs
- Retirement Planning
- Supplemental Parental Leaves
- Disability Support
- Family friendly Flex policies & Summer hours
- Volunteer hours
- Learning and mentorship opportunities
- Safety focused work environment
To learn more please visit our career/LinkedIn/Indeed page
Current employees please note: this position is referral bonus eligible! See our policy for more details.
#HLSJ
About High Liner Foods
High Liner Foods is a leading North American processor and marketer of value-added frozen seafood. Our retail branded products are sold throughout the United States and Canada under the High Liner, Fisher Boy, Mirabel and Sea Cuisine labels, and are available in most grocery and club stores. We also sell branded products under the High Liner, Icelandic Seafood, Mirabel and FPI labels to restaurants and institutions, and are a major supplier of private-label, value-added frozen seafood products to North American food retailers and foodservice distributors.
With a shared purpose of Reimagining Seafood to Nourish Life and innovative, award-winning seafood, High Liner Foods is at the forefront of the latest culinary trends and sustainability practices. Our broad portfolio is shaped by consumer insights and is complemented by an unwavering dedication to providing excellent service and consistently superior customer satisfaction.
We are a 'people first' organization that is committed to investing in all aspects of the employee experience, including providing continuous development and learning opportunities, rewarding careers, and a strong focus on employee safety and well-being.
We work in a friendly, collaborative, and team-based environment where you can be challenged and rewarded as we all strive for excellence. If you are talented, driven, and have the vision to lead, your potential for growth at High Liner Foods is unlimited. Join our team and help us change the way we see food!