Aviso Wealth:

At Aviso, we are dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso' culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso has to offer at www.aviso.ca.

The Opportunity:

We're looking for a Benefit Specialist to join our Total Rewards team for 12 months.

Reporting to the Manager, Total Rewards the Benefit Specialist is responsible for managing and administering Aviso's Benefits programs, including group benefits, retirement plans, and other employee perks. The position will serve as a liaison between employees, managers, external partners and providers, and the People & Culture team, ensuring the smooth operation and communication of benefit processes.

Who you are:

• Service – You consider both internal and external stakeholders and demonstrate intent of understanding and putting the clients' needs first. You advocate service excellence and work to deliver solutions that meet the needs. You proactively develop strategic partnerships that allow Aviso Wealth to become a trusted advisor and partner
• Execution – You are committed to achieving your goals and to succeed. This includes focusing on “getting things done”, as well as recognizing and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise. You are consistently looking for ways to improve your personal best and see value in continuous improvement. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes
• Collaboration – You work collaboratively with others with the common goal of driving positive results. Making meaningful contributions to your team to achieve organizational goals is a priority. You proactively encourage collaboration, build trust and inclusion, and work to establish effective relationships both inside and outside of the organization

What your day looks like:

• Act as the first point of contact for all benefit matters and respond to inquiries from employees and internal departments in a prompt, courteous and efficient manner, resolving issues or escalating them to providers/partners as appropriate
• Coordinate and manages employee benefit programs as an SME, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and leave/disability programs
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee benefit records in HR systems
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation for all provinces across Canada, including Quebec and make recommendations for adjustments as appropriate
• Conduct audits of benefits programs to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with company policies
• Identify opportunities for improvement of programs, including the development and implementation of changes/enhancements
• Provide guidance and support to employees, managers, and HRBPs regarding leave policies, eligibility, and process requirements
• Develop and coordinate all benefits communications with employees, managers, HRBPs, and external vendors
• Work closely with benefits providers to address employee inquiries, service issues, negotiate renewals, and evaluate plan performance
• Collaborate with brokers or consultants to recommend and implement new benefit offerings
• Analyze benefits data and costs to identify trends, optimize plans, and control expenses
• Support the HR and Finance teams with budgeting and forecasting related to benefits programs
• Review and reconcile 3rd-party benefit billings to ensure accuracy
• Partner with the Payroll team to support the employee overtime program

Requirements

Your experience and skills:

• Bachelor's degree is Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field (or equivalent experience) is preferred
• 5+ years of experience in benefits administration or a related HR role is required
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and benefits portals is required and experience with Workday and/or ADP is an asset
• Experience managing leave and disability programs, including STD, LTD, maternity, and parental leaves and other statutory leave programs is required
• Professional curiosity to identify the root cause of issues and drive to develop potential recommendations / solutions is required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively support employees at all levels of the organization is required
• Attention to detail and organizational abilities, with a deadline driven focus is required
• Proven ability to work in a self-directed and team models is required
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and legislation (e.g., ESA) is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel is required
• Fluent communication skills in English are required and bilingual skills in French are an asset

Benefits

Why Aviso Wealth?

At Aviso Wealth, you will find a dynamic and inclusive culture that rewards innovation and celebrates success.
Here are a few things that set us apart:

• Competitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions
• Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees
• Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, parental leave top-up options
• Matching contributions to our retirement program
• Commitment to the continuous improvement of our staff through learning & development and an education assistance program
• Regular social events to foster teamwork

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aviso Wealth welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

No recruiters or agencies, please.

Company Overview:

Aviso is a leading wealth management and investment services provider for the Canadian financial industry, with over $130 billion in total assets under administration and management, and over 1,000 employees. We're building a comprehensive, technology-enabled, client-centric wealth services ecosystem. Our clients include our partners, advisors, and investors. We're a trusted partner for nearly all credit unions across Canada, in addition to a wide range of portfolio managers, investment dealers, insurance and trust companies, and introducing brokers. Our partners depend on Aviso for specific solutions that give them a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive industry. Our investment dealer and mutual fund dealer and our insurance services support thousands of investment advisors. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, specializes in investing responsibly. Our online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing®, empowers self-directed investors, and our fully automated investing service, Qtrade Guided Portfolios®, serves investors who prefer a hands-off approach. Aviso Correspondent Partners provides custodial and carrying broker services to a wide range of firms. We have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Winnipeg. Aviso is backed by the collective strength of our owners: the credit union Centrals, Co-operators/CUMIS, and Desjardins. We're proud to power businesses that empower investors.

A career with Aviso means being part of a group of talented, energetic professionals who live their values every day, and belonging to an organization dedicated to your success and career development. If you're looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, apply to join our team.

Salary

This position is posted with an expected salary range of $77,000 - $95,000 CAD annually. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate and the requirements of the position.