CAE Inc

Advisor - Retirement and Benefits

CAE Inc • $75K — $95K *
Montreal, QC H1A 0A1In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in retirement and/or benefits program management or consulting.
  • Experience with defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans.
  • Knowledge of insurance plans, both flexible and traditional.
  • Strong analytical skills with expertise in Excel for data analysis and reporting.
  • Bilingual in French and English, required.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate administration of retirement and benefits programs with external vendors ensuring compliance.
  • Serve as the primary contact for Payroll, HRIS, HR Business Partners, and external providers.
  • Communicate and lead annual renewal cycles for retirement and benefits programs to employees and HR teams.
  • Ensure compliance and high-quality documentation of benefit programs with regulatory requirements.
  • Act as a subject matter expert advising HR teams on benefits program application and interpretation.
  • Monitor program performance, audit reimbursements, and identify areas for improvement.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of benefits programs towards a strategic model.

Benefits

  • Dynamic and collaborative team environment.
  • Stimulating work atmosphere that values initiative.
  • Opportunity to engage in diverse projects within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Attractive employee benefits package offered.
  • Flexible hybrid work model combining in-office and remote work.
Full Job Description
Description
  • Coordinate the administration of retirement and benefits programs in Canada with external vendors (e.g., Sun Life, Desjardins, AON, Telus Health), ensuring compliance with contracts, legislation, and service agreements
  • Act as the primary point of contact for Payroll, HRIS, HR Business Partners, and external providers to support program delivery and optimization
  • Communicate retirement and benefits programs to employees and HR teams, including leading annual renewal cycles and related activities
  • Ensure program compliance and maintain accurate, high-quality documentation aligned with regulatory requirements
  • Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) to HR teams by advising on the interpretation and application of retirement and benefits programs
  • Support the administration of retirement committees in Canada and follow up on action items and governance activities
  • Monitor program performance, including auditing reimbursements and identifying discrepancies or improvement opportunities
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, supporting the transformation of benefits programs toward a more strategic model
  • Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Benefits Analysts and HRBPs, to ensure alignment with business priorities and talent strategies
  • Support cost-conscious program management while balancing employee experience and organizational objectives

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 5 to 7 years of experience in retirement and/or benefits program management or in a consulting environment
  • Experience with defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans
  • Knowledge of insurance plans, including flexible and traditional models
  • Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel for reporting and data analysis
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across various organizational levels
  • High level of integrity, discretion, and attention to confidentiality
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong business acumen and influencing skills
  • Bilingualism in French and English (required)
  • Availability to work in a hybrid model (2-3 days per week on-site in Quebec)

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with Workday or other HRIS systems
  • Experience managing vendor relationships within a large, complex organization
  • Exposure to benefits program transformation or continuous improvement initiatives
  • Experience supporting governance structures such as retirement or pension committees
  • Familiarity with cost optimization strategies in benefits programs

Benefits

We've designed flexible policies to promote well-being and growth, based on role-specific eligibility and requirements:
  • Dynamic and collaborative team environment.
  • Stimulating work environment.
  • Culture where initiative is recognized and valued.
  • Opportunity to contribute to a variety of projects within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Attractive employee benefits.
  • Hybrid work model combining in-office and remote work flexibility.


Position Type
Regular

About CAE Inc

CAE Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer of simulation technologies, modelling technologies and training services to airlines, aircraft manufacturers, healthcare specialists, and defense customers. CAE was founded in 1947, and has manufacturing operations and training facilities in 35 countries. CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on training solutions for defense forces across the world. CAE's Civil Aviation Training Solutions business unit provides training solutions for civil aviation organizations worldwide, including airlines, aircraft manufacturers, training centers, and aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul organizations. CAE's Healthcare business unit designs and manufactures simulators and offers audiovisual and simulation center management services for medical schools, nursing schools, hospitals, defense forces, and other medical organizations. CAE is headquartered in Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Learn more about CAE Inc
Size
13,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1947
5 Year Trend
+4.5%
NASDAQ
CAE
* Ladders Estimates

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