Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.
At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.
Analyst, Total Rewards
Company Overview
Loblaw is Canada's food and pharmacy leader with a network of corporate and independently operated stores in communities across the country. Guided by our purpose – Live Life Well® – we are committed to supporting the well-being of Canadians and creating a workplace where colleagues can thrive.
The Total Rewards Centre of Excellence is responsible for the design, governance and administration of employee benefit plans and National Programs that support more than 220,000 colleagues across Loblaw Companies Limited, Shoppers Drug Mart and our affiliated businesses. Our team partners with HR, Finance, Payroll, Legal, Procurement and external vendors to deliver programs that enhance the colleague experience while ensuring operational excellence, financial stewardship and regulatory compliance.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director, Benefits, the Analyst, Total Rewards will support the governance, administration and continuous improvement of Loblaw's employee benefits and other Total Rewards programs.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to build a career in Total Rewards. The successful candidate will gain exposure to benefits administration, vendor management, program governance, financial reporting, policy development, process improvement and strategic HR initiatives.
The Analyst will play an important role in ensuring our programs operate efficiently while delivering an exceptional colleague experience.
Key Responsibilities
Total Rewards Programs
Support the administration, governance and oversight of enterprise-wide Total Rewards Programs including:
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Fleet Program
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Colleague and Corporate Discount Programs
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Service Recognition Program
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Relocation Program
Responsibilities include:
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Support daily administration and resolution of colleague inquiries through ServiceNow and other channels.
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Coordinate program eligibility, onboarding/offboarding activities and vendor file transmissions.
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Maintain program documentation, policies, procedures and job aids.
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Assist with program reporting, metrics and dashboards.
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Monitor vendor service levels and support ongoing vendor governance activities.
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Participate in vendor meetings, contract renewals and annual program reviews.
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Assist with implementation of new programs and enhancements.
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Identify opportunities to improve processes, automate administrative tasks and enhance the colleague experience.
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Support compliance with company policies and program governance standards.
Benefits Programs
Assist the Benefits team with ongoing administration and governance of health and wellness programs by:
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Supporting program administration and issue resolution.
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Assisting with benefit reporting, analytics and annual budgeting activities.
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Preparing reports, presentations and business insights.
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Supporting policy development and documentation.
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Assisting with implementation of benefit program enhancements and special projects.
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Participating in benchmarking and market research to identify emerging trends and best practices.
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Supporting communication materials and colleague education resources.
Continuous Improvement & Business Support
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Analyze data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
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Assist with development of reports, dashboards and performance metrics.
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Support audits and governance activities to ensure program compliance.
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Contribute to cross-functional initiatives involving HR, Payroll, Finance, Procurement, Technology and external vendors.
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Recommend opportunities to simplify processes, improve self-service and increase operational efficiency.
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Support special projects including acquisitions, harmonization initiatives and implementation of new Total Rewards programs.
Qualifications
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Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce, Finance or a related discipline.
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1–3 years of experience in Human Resources, Total Rewards, Benefits Administration, Finance, Vendor Management or a related analytical role.
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Knowledge of employee benefits or Total Rewards programs is considered a strong asset.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
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Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
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Experience with Workday, ServiceNow or HRIS systems is considered an asset.
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Experience working with external vendors or third-party administrators is an asset.
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French language skills are considered an asset.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who is:
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Curious and eager to learn.
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Analytical and detail-oriented.
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Customer-focused with a passion for improving the colleague experience.
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Comfortable working with data and translating insights into recommendations.
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Collaborative and able to build strong relationships across the business.
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Adaptable and excited to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
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Organized, proactive and able to manage competing priorities.
Why Join Our Team?
This role offers an exceptional opportunity to build a career in Total Rewards while gaining exposure to a broad portfolio of employee benefits and Total Rewards programs. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, collaborate with senior leaders and external partners, and contribute to initiatives that positively impact thousands of colleagues across Canada.
Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.
If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.
We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.
Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :
$44,000.00 - $60,500.00 / 44.000,00$ - 60.500,00$ (per year / par an)
A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for a newly created position. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste nouvellement créé. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.
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