Compensation Partner

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The Compensation Partner acts as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders, providing compensation expertise, market insights, and practical recommendations that support Air Canada's business and talent objectives. In collaboration with the Director – Compensation and Executive Services and key stakeholders, the incumbent contributes to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of compensation policies, programs, and processes. Their main areas of responsibility include the Annual Salary Program, market analysis, job evaluation, and salary guidelines. This role also ensures consistent, fair, and compliant administration of programs, in line with the Company's compensation philosophy and policies, as well as applicable laws.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Director – Compensation and Executive Services in the design and implementation of competitive compensation policies, programs, and processes, aligned with the Company's objectives and supporting the organization's talent management strategy.
• Implement and administer compensation programs and guidelines in accordance with the Company's compensation philosophy and business objectives, as well as market practices.
• Proactively improve compensation programs to help management motivate employees and recognize their contributions, and to foster performance.
• Advise senior HR executives, HR leaders, and Talent Acquisition teams on salary decisions that promote attracting, motivating, and retaining talent.
• Provide advisory and compensation services to internal clients.
• Lead compensation analyses and projects to meet operational needs and support organizational strategies.
• Administer involuntary departure programs as well as retention and hiring bonuses, ensuring the establishment and compliance with appropriate guidelines.
• Conduct job evaluations, communicate results, and maintain supporting documentation.
• Coordinate activities with Payroll, the HR Centre of Excellence, and other internal stakeholders to support effective program administration.
• Participate in salary surveys, analyze market data, and interpret results to support salary recommendations and identify best or emerging compensation practices.
• Monitor industry trends and legislative updates, and assess their impact on the Company's compensation programs and practices.

Qualifications

• At least five years of progressive experience in compensation, including compensation program administration, market analysis, and job evaluation.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, demonstrating judgment, tact, and discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, and ability to explain complex analyses and formulate clear recommendations based on evidence.
• High sense of integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive employee information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, advanced proficiency in spreadsheets, and experience with human resources information systems, databases, and large datasets.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and produce rigorous work within established deadlines, in a constantly evolving environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Knowledge of compensation principles and applicable labor laws.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation, an asset.

Employment conditions:

Candidates must be eligible to work in the relevant country at the time an offer of employment is made and are responsible for obtaining the necessary work permits, visas, or other authorizations. Proof of eligibility must be provided before the start date.

Language Requirements

Bilingualism (English and French).

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is firmly committed to diversity and inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding workplace that values the unique contribution of our employees to the success of our company.

As an employer that guarantees equal access to employment, we encourage the most diverse applications in order to build a varied workforce representative of our customers and the communities where we live and offer our services.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.