Summary
Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.
As a Pension and Benefits Specialist at Ryerson, you will be responsible for providing pension, benefits and leave of absence support to our 225 employees in 7 locations across Canada. This role maintains our pension plan for retirees and active members, as well as provides guidance and reports on health benefit usage and invoices. This position will be based in our Brampton, ON office and report to the Sr. Human Resources Manager.
Roles And Responsibilities
- Responsible for the overall daily operations of all pension (DC & DB) and benefits activities in Canada. This includes both active members and retirees.
- Process pension and benefits plan member changes and terminations accordingly.
- Communicate and coordinate with members, employers, auditors, and any other third-party representative regarding benefit entitlements, data, administration procedures, and interpretations of plan provisions.
- Participate as an active member of Ryerson's Pension Advisory Committee.
- Coordinate all regulatory filings/reporting with external consultants (i.e. AIRS, PBGF, Financial statements, member statements).
- Determine entitlements on death, disability, retirement, termination, and marriage breakdown in accordance with specific Plan provisions, government legislation requirements, and current service standards.
- Work with Payroll to ensure employees on applicable Leaves are paid accurately and are appropriately enrolled in benefits (as applicable)
- Lead day-to-day administration for leaves of absence and disability management, supporting our employees and working in collaboration with our partners and management.
- Facilitate the gradual return to work process by reviewing restrictions and collaborating with applicable management on any accommodations.
- Support the Canadian Health and Safety Manager and management team regarding Worker’s Compensation cases.
- Promote our pension, benefit and wellness programs by sending regular communications to employees, arranging education sessions with plan providers and conducting new hire orientations.
- Maintain applicable trackers and run reports as necessary.
- Continously maintain knowledge of legal and regulatory changes, trends and other developments affecting pension and benefits.
- All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- Fluency in English and French, both written and oral, is required.
- Post-secondary education in HR or business-related field.
- 3+ years of experience in a benefit, pension and leave of absence administration role. Preference given to those with pension experience.
- Pension Plan Administration Certificate (PPAC) is an asset.
- Certified Employee Benefit Specialist Certificate (CEBS) is an asset.
- Understanding of provincial Worker’s Compensation regulations across Canada is an asset.
- Keen attention to detail and strong time management skills are required.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information discretely and with integrity.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely; superior poise, presence and ability to project professionalism, credibility and authority dealing with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information discretely and with integrity.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with SAP is an asset.
- Must be able to process a great deal of administrative responsibilities quickly and accurately.
Ryerson Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to representing the diverse communities we serve. That’s why we encourage applications from visible minorities, aboriginal people, women, and people with disabilities.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Salary: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 annually. A starting salary higher than $70,000 annually is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not used in our screening, assessment or selection process.
This posting is for a current vacancy.
