Manager, Global Compensation Solutions

International Development Research Centre

$100K — $120K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in HR, Industrial Relations, Business Admin, or related field; Master's or HR professional membership is an asset.
  • Fluency in French and English (reading, writing, speaking).
  • 10+ years of progressive HR experience with focus on compensation and benefits; 5+ years in a leadership role.
  • Deep understanding of total rewards, market competitiveness, internal equity, and international HR practices.
  • Ability to interpret market data, policies, legislation, and collective agreements into actionable recommendations.
  • Expertise in payroll operations, HRIS, and vendor management.
  • Experience in job evaluation/classification and global compensation programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Set strategic direction for global compensation and total rewards aligned with organizational goals.
  • Oversee benefits, payroll, HR systems, job classification, and relocation services delivery and improvement.
  • Provide strategic advice to senior management on compensation trends and risks.
  • Lead and mentor a team of HR professionals, prioritizing team performance and inclusivity.
  • Ensure competitive advantage in compensation strategies through continuous monitoring and adjustment.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with flexibility based on teleworking policy.
  • Opportunity to create a candidate pool for future roles.
Full Job Description
Our employment opportunity of the moment: Manager, Global Compensation Solutions

Location: Ottawa, Canada (Hybrid Mode) *
Step into the opportunity:

As the Manager, Global Compensation Solutions, you will be joining an organization that values and models diversity, inclusion and equity while being responsible for:
  • Setting the strategic direction for IDRC's global compensation and total rewards programs and ensuring their alignment with organizational priorities.
  • Overseeing the effective delivery and continuous improvement of benefits, payroll, HR systems, job classification and relocation services at headquarters and overseas.
  • Providing authoritative advice and guidance to senior management on global compensation trends, areas of risk and overall competitiveness.
  • Leading a team of HR professionals, establishing priorities, managing performance and fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

For more details on the primary duties and responsibilities, viewJob Details.
Take a minute to see if your profile fits IDRC:
You Have:
  • An undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration or a related field, with a strong foundation in compensation and total rewards. A Master's degree or membership in a recognized professional HR association (e.g., CHRP/CHRL or equivalent) is considered an asset.
  • Proficiency in both French and English (reading, writing, and speaking).
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience across multiple areas of Human Resources, including significant experience in compensation and benefits, and at least five (5) years leading and managing a team of HR professionals.
  • An in-depth understanding of total rewards principles, market competitiveness, internal equity and international HR practices.
  • Proven ability to interpret market data, policies, legislation and collective agreements and translate them into sound recommendations.
  • Strong expertise in payroll operations, HR information systems, and service-provider oversight.
  • Experience in job evaluation and classification and in international or global compensation programs, including expatriate or overseas benefits, is considered an asset.
  • Experience working within a unionized environment is preferred.
You Are:
  • Aligned with IDRC's culture and value statements: At IDRC we are respectful, intentional and accountable.
  • A strategic thinker who anticipates challenges and connects operational decisions with organizational priorities.
  • An analytical decision-maker who uses evidence and sound judgment to address complex issues.
  • An engaging leader who mobilizes employees and fosters an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
  • A team player who works effectively with multidisciplinary teams and people from diverse cultures.
  • A collaborative change leader who builds trusted relationships and mobilizes stakeholders around sustainable improvements.

If this sounds like the right fit, we'd love to hear from you.
Additional Information:
  • *Hybrid Mode: The Centre provides a hybrid work environment, and your presence at the office is governed by the teleworking policy.
  • As a result of this process, the Centre may establish a pool of pre-qualified candidates for future permanent and term opportunities requiring the same competencies.

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