You will:

• Analyze and execute various compensation programs, including job evaluation, global salary structure development and maintenance, bonus programs, and long-term incentives while continuously seeking ways to enhance program effectiveness.
• Recommend and implement rewards policies and programs that resonate with our company's compensation philosophy and business goals, as well as ensuring market competitiveness.
• Participate in compensation surveys, and conduct market research, analysis & benchmarking to ensure our compensation programs remain market competitive and compliant with regulations.
• Utilize analytical skills to generate insights by sourcing and consolidating data to create reports, conduct data audits, and support strategic decision-making processes while ensuring internal equity.
• Develop clear communication materials and training content to educate and consult with stakeholders about compensation programs and core processes, fostering understanding and transparency across the organization.
• Support HR and business leadership in implementing workforce planning (e.g. budgeting) and organizational changes from a compensation program and process standpoint, employing effective change management methods and tools.

What it takes:

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Human Resources, IT, Finance or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of relevant and progressive experience within the compensation and/or broader total rewards domain, utilizing independent judgement and discretion when fulfilling work activities.
• Staff-level professional within field, where the incumbent operates under general guidance and work assignments are varied and require interpretation and independent decisions on courses of action.
• Working knowledge and capabilities with Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel.
• Proficiency with relational database architecture.
• Quantitative analytical skills.
• Utilize multi-tasking skills to meet multiple deadlines and complete projects.
• Completes work assignments with meticulous detail and accuracy, ensuring a high level of quality.
• Communicates clearly in a variety of settings, including written, verbal, and situational.
• Works within company policies & applies discipline to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Bonus points:

• Experience with HR data and related HRIS applications (e.g. UKG/UltiPro).
• Working knowledge of HR practices.

What's in it for you:

• We offer a competitive total compensation package
• In addition, we offer competitive benefits including but not limited to:
• Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid caregiver leave
• You will receive at least 3 weeks of PTO + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours
• 401k with company match and immediate vest
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount
• And More!

Start Early is an energized, future-focused organization devoted to providing quality early learning and care across the country.

Our desire to close the opportunity gap and build more equitable early learning experiences for our youngest learners guides everything we do. As a leader in early learning and care, we scale our deep expertise across program, policy and research through partnerships across the country.

We are recruiting individuals who want to join us in this mission and share a commitment to our core values of appreciation & respect, empowerment, diversity, excellence, learning and communication.

Become part of our rewarding, mission-driven culture! We want our employees to feel empowered, motivated, energized, and passionate about the work they do!

The Compensation Manager will plan, develop and implement new and revised compensation strategies, programs, policies and procedures to ensure Start Early attracts and retains top talent while remaining competitive in the market.

Reporting to the VP, People & Culture, you will:

• Manage, design, plan, and implement a robust infrastructure around compensation for Start Early that is scalable for growth.
• Partner with the VP, P&C and the Executive Team to assess current state and provide guidance on Start Earlys current and future compensation strategies and structure. Provide thought leadership by staying on top of industry best practices, benchmarks, and the latest compensation approaches.
• Design and implement Start Earlys annual merit increase process including processing in the HCM system.
• Partner with Finance on salary planning process for merit, market/salary adjustments, equity adjustments and promotion pay changes.
• Collect and analyze industry compensation data and conduct market analysis for pay structure set up in the HCM system and develop regular cadence to evaluate, maintain and update foundational data such as job classifications, job levels, salary ranges and geo differentials.
• Partner with the Recruitment team to ensure recruiters have the necessary information and tools to review and extend offers to candidates.
• Consult as a subject matter expert to ensure compensation recommendations are aligned and relevant to both the market and internal equity.
• Partner with the Communications team to ensure targeted communication approaches that help employees have an understanding of compensation philosophy, practices, and administration across all levels of Start Early.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field required.
• 5-7 years of full-time experience in compensation
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred
• Extensive knowledge of compensation practices and theory including experience in compensation program design and project management
• Execute projects quickly, with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong knowledge of the regulatory landscape on pay practices and laws
• Gains trust by creating positive relationships, understanding business objectives, exercising good judgment, and delivering on commitments.
• Effectively manages multiple high-priority tasks and works well under heavy deadline pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Learns quickly, independently acquires knowledge on new subjects in a short timeframe, knows when to ask for help
• Communicates information in a clear and concise manner, orally and in writing, in a style, tone, and manner appropriate for the audience
• Resourceful and energized by new challenges and opportunities
• Performs with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to monitor, audit, and analyze large data sets to identify issues and recommend solution
• Advanced competency in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Power Point) and an HRIS system
• Deep commitment in advancing diversity, racial equity, and inclusion into organizational routines and practice.
• Effectively establish and maintain effective relationships with customers and gain their trust and respect.
• Comfort and experience in handling risk and uncertainty to move work forward.

We recognize that few candidates might meet every single piece of knowledge, experience, or education listed here. Research shows that women and people of color, among many other historically excluded groups, are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Start Early is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your qualifications dont perfectly align with everything in the job description, we still encourage you to apply!

Base Annual Salary: $89,400 - $100,000

As of the time of this posting, this is the expected base annual salary range. The base annual salary will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, as well as business needs and limitations.

Our generous benefits plan includes:

Comprehensive Health Plans, Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Holistic Wellness Program, Professional Development Program, 401k Contribution, Paid Volunteer Days, 6 months paid parental leave, and much more.

Start Early is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to our core values by creating an inclusive environment for all staff.

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  Serve as the primary point of contact with assigned client groups to support all line of business compensation needs, partnering with other experts within and outside of HR as needed to deliver exceptional customer service
• Educate leaders, managers and employees on Ares Total Compensation approach and key processes/timelines related to compensation, working in partnership with the Compensation Administration, Talent Management teams, and other Compensation Business Partners
• Work with HR Business Partners, leaders and managers in assigned client groups to support the annual compensation process
• Leverage understanding of the assigned business groups and the associated talent pools to make informed recommendations on broader comp strategy/approach as well as individual compensation decisions
• Monitor and review individual compensation decisions to ensure that the Firm is driving consistency in how we recognize performance, overall skill set and years of experience; highlight gaps and make recommendations to address any identified issues
• In consultation with HRBPs and Recruiters, create and maintain compensation grids and/or ranges (where applicable), modifying as needed based on market intelligence
• Support pay equity audits and the annual compensation benchmarking process, working closely with the Compensation Administration team
• Gather market intel through peer connections, search firms and other relationships to provide enhanced insight where/when needed
• Support the workforce planning and budgeting/forecasting process for assigned client groups
• Assist in structuring candidate offers, evaluating/pricing buyouts and helping to educate/facilitate the compensation offer approval process where required
• Develop, maintain, and share various HR compensation reports and analyses with appropriate stakeholders to drive informative insights to enable leaders to make better decisions
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and other related legal requirements
• Provide leadership, training and support to more junior compensation professionals
• Continuously assess the firms programs relative to the market and provide recommendations on how we should be positioned considering industry trends
• Design compensation programs as business needs evolve
• Provide recommendations on overall approach, philosophy and impact of our compensation programs
• Identify other opportunities to reward performance and develop business case to support recommendations
• Complete other related projects and duties as assigned

• Bachelors degree, preferably in Business Administration or related field
• Certified Compensation Professional Certification preferred

• Minimum of 10 years of Compensation experience, preferably within financial services industry; experience in asset management a plus
• Global Compensation experience preferred
• Experience with equity and/or carried interest preferred
• Experience with Workday and/or Compensation platform(s) preferred

• Strong technical skills with high proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Access or other databases a plus
• Ability to manage both the tactical and strategic aspects of the role
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines; result oriented
• Superior written, verbal and presentation/communication skills and a demonstrated ability to create content to a specified audience; capability of interacting with senior stakeholders
• Strong team and client service orientation
• High accuracy and detail orientation
• Excellent time management skills and ability to collaborate with others
• Good judgment in terms of escalating issues vs. solving problems independently
• A solutions-oriented, self-starter with ability to see the big picture
• Dependable, great attitude and a team player
• Motivated by a fast-paced, dynamic environment; comfort in dealing with ambiguity and uncertainty
• Strong work ethic, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a desire to learn
• A demonstrated ability to research and leverage available resources to accomplish the task at hand
• An analytical mind and a passion/interest in bringing new ideas for consideration
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately; high integrity

Temporary Full Time

This position is suitable for an individual who shows strong attention to detail, is highly motivated with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and thrives in an environment that is constantly changing.

What you will do

• Obtain all necessary contractual and licensing information for the processing of advisors contracts.
• Determine advisors eligibility and ensure the timely processing of all contractual paperwork.
• Process advisors transfers and buy/sells, including the transfer of inforce policies as per process guidelines.
• Ensure compliance of contractual and licensing obligations, monitor, and audit data in the Siebel Management system and various other databases/systems.
• Create, amend, and delete pertinent name, address, banking, and contract related information on advisor contracts.
• Provide a high level of customer service through the timely and accurate processing and administration of incoming correspondence.
• Respond to inquiries received and handle unique and complex issues and problems as they arise.

What you will bring

• Insurance or industry related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to provide exceptional customer service.
• Strong analytical ability, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work effectively and meet strict service deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team environment and learn quickly.
• Strong adaptability to change.
• Bilingual (English/French) skills would be an asset.
• Knowledge of Siebel, FASAT, Ingenium and MS Office is preferred.

The base salary for this position is between $44,700.00 - $67,000.00 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. Youre part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. Youll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, youll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. Its our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company thats trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, were one of Canadas leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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