Senior Pension Manager

Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada Job Type: Permanent Date: 6/15/2022 Job ID: 9D345861615 Category: Human Resources If you are a talented & experienced Senior Pension Manager, David Aplin Group has the right opportunity for you David Aplin Group has partnered with our client to recruit a talented Senior Pension Manager. Under the direction of the Managing Director of Human Resources, the Senior Pension Manager oversees, manages, and administers the Employees’ Pension Plan, oversees all financial activities of the Plan, and is the primary resource for the Joint Board of Trustees that governs the plan. The Senior Pension Manager will also lead the Pension team to high-quality pension administration services and ensure pension practices are in line with best practices and comply with all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities:Coordinates and supervises the operation of the Pension unit, including the Recording Secretary to the JBT; lead a team of administrative staff and provides coaching, training, and guidance to ensure performance expectations are metProvide accurate and timely administration of all pension activities related to pension benefit calculations and information in accordance with the Plan’s provisions/policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulationOversee and review all activities relating to the financial and membership data for the Plan including reporting and reconciliations to ensure accuracy. Prepare all documentation and data required for actuarial valuations and the annual audit of the Plan. Work with the auditors to provide support and assistance throughout the annual audit. Ensure the accurate and timely processing of the annual year-end and employee/retiree/deferred statementsAuthorize all payments of professional fees and administrative expenses as detailed in the service agreements for service providers, including the review of all Trustees’ expenses. Manage the Request of for Proposal (RFP) processes for external service providers, draft or assist with the preparation of the RFP, and manage the transition to the new provider, if necessaryAct as internal subject matter expert on all matters relating to the Plan. Provide explanations to employees in pension matters, explain their options, as well as provide them with resources and information. Respond to complex pension queries from Plan members with supporting help from the Plan actuaries and lawyers as requiredAssist and provide support to the Chair and Vice-Chair of the JBT and to the JBT sub-committees, and the Recording Secretary of the JBT with the tasks and activities of the Board as needed. Prepare and review agendas and reports for the JBT and sub-committee meetingsQualifications:University degree, preferably in business administration or finance/accounting, with a focus on management, human resources, or employee benefitsMinimum five years of recent and related experience in defined benefit pension administration, preferably in a unionized environment, managing a team of pension specialistsCEBS designation would be considered a strong assetActuarial or accounting qualifications or experience would also be considered a strong assetA professional human resources designation, such as CHRP or CHRA, could also be considered an asset.Fluently bilingual in both English and FrenchJob ID: 9D345861615 If you are interested in this position and meet the qualifications, apply today We thank all applicants; however, only those who are authorized to work in Canada or are selected for an interview will be contacted. David Aplin Group, one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, is an employment agency specializing in finding top talent for exceptional organizations across North America. There are no fees to apply to our jobs or engage with our recruiters to find a new career. Companies hire us to help them grow their teams. Visit our website to learn more: