Compensation, Benefits & Pension Specialist

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Compensation, Benefits & Pension Specialist on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a client-focused, analytical, and resilient HR professional to advance their career. The successful candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in the execution and compliance of compensation, benefits, and pension (CBP) practices. You'll be at the heart of shaping impactful employee experiences while driving operational excellence.

This position is a remote opportunity and can be based across Western Canada.

What you’ll do:

• Deliver compensation, benefits, and pension programs in compliance with policies, legislation, and collective agreements. 

• Analyze data and trends to identify gaps and recommend improvements to total rewards programs and processes. This will include supporting audits and reporting.

• Provide guidance and recommendations on complex or escalated compensation, benefits, and pension matters

• Lead root cause analysis and implement sustainable solutions  in partnership with stakeholders to improve outcomes and evolve practices.

• Evaluate HRIS configuration, data flows, and eligibility rules to ensure alignment with policy and practice.

• Mentor junior team members, through knowledge sharing, coaching, and contributing to consistent practices.

Who you’ll work with:
You will report to the Manager, Compensation, Benefits & Pension on a team that values collaboration, community, and support. Specialists on this team are each responsible for a portfolio of stakeholders but work together to provide excellent service to the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS). You will have the opportunity to work with professionals across our People & Culture team and will support roles in a variety of industries. 

Why it matters:
We help local Co-ops grow and thrive by offering a range of professional services, including marketing, market research, information technology, human resources, accounting, risk management and business development. 

Who you are:
You are looking for a career in Human Resources and:

• Have 3-6 years of experience in compensation, benefits, or pension.

• Have a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration, preferably majoring in HR (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).

• Hold a CPHR, CCP or CEBS designation (considered an asset).

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member. 
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via fclhr@fcl.crs. All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by April 27, 2026.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.  FCLHP

As this position is considered a position of trust, you may be required to complete a criminal record check in accordance with FCL policies. 

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.