At Husky TechnologiesTM, our success is based on your success. Our ability to keep our customers in the lead is based on building the strongest team possible.
Husky TechnologiesTM has a strong foundation built on innovation, close customer relationships and a unique culture and values. We are dedicated to offering our customers the highest quality products and services and are looking for people with the inspiration and talent to develop with us as we pursue our ambitious growth strategy. We are a leader in developing state-of-the-art technology and it is this technology base that uniquely positions us to serve customers who seek differentiation through solutions that provide speed, flexibility and maximum productivity. This capability is at the core of our mission and competitive strategy.
Husky TechnologiesTM offers a wealth of opportunity for personal growth and development. Most importantly, Husky Technologies TM offers an opportunity to work with – and be challenged by – a team of great people. Our success is possible because of the creativity, intelligence and passion of our people around the world and their desire to lead change. At the same time, we are not afraid to expect a lot and strive for leadership in all of our key markets. We are a company taking on new challenges and for the right people this means exceptional career development opportunities, the chance to be part of a team that is the best in the world at what we do and the experience that comes from working in an environment that demands constant transformation and innovation.
Husky TechnologiesTM is an exciting company with tremendous potential. We have a great team and great expectations. If you are attracted to bold goals, believe in uncompromising honesty, support mutual respect, care about environmental responsibility, have a passion for excellence and a desire to make a positive contribution – then we want you to join the Husky TechnologiesTM team!
This is a contract role for a period of 16 to 18 months.
As the Global Benefits Lead at Husky, you will be responsible for leading the design, governance, administration, and continuous improvement of the company’s global benefits programs. This role will influence global benefits strategy, support competitive and cost-effective plan design, and partner closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure programs remain compliant, sustainable, and aligned with business and employee needs.
This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical capability, deep benefits expertise, and the ability to translate data, market practice, and business requirements into practical recommendations and effective program delivery.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Global Benefits Strategy and Plan Design
- Lead the design, review, and optimization of global benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, and related employee benefit plans.
- Conduct annual reviews of global benefit plans and spend to identify short- and long-term opportunities to improve competitiveness, cost effectiveness, employee experience, and sustainability.
Develop data-driven recommendations that align benefits strategy with business priorities, market practice, compliance requirements, and employee needs.
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Vendor Management and RFPs
- Lead benefits RFPs for plan redesign and vendor selection, including requirements development, selection criteria, evaluation, eAuction support, implementation planning, communication planning, and change management.
- Manage global vendor, broker, and consultant relationships to ensure strong service delivery, effective issue resolution, and ongoing program improvement.
Partner with external brokers and advisors to evaluate plan performance, market trends, renewal activity, and cost management opportunities.
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Benefits Administration and Compliance
- Oversee annual open enrollment processes in the US, including planning, employee education, testing, communications, and issue resolution.
- Maintain benefits plan configuration in Oracle HCM and act as the primary benefits support contact for HR teams to investigate, review, and resolve configuration or administration issues.
- Complete required annual compliance reporting and support ongoing compliance activities across applicable benefit programs.
Partner with HR, Finance, Payroll, Legal, regional teams, brokers, consultants, and vendors to ensure benefits programs are administered accurately, consistently, and in compliance with applicable requirements.
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Pension Plan Support
- Support annual pension plan audits as required for Canada and the US.
- Facilitate pension committee meetings in Canada and the US by reviewing materials, coordinating with consultants, preparing meeting inputs, and ensuring appropriate representation.
Coordinate employee education sessions for Canada and the US, including scheduling external educators, preparing materials, participating in sessions, and identifying local support as required.
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Employee Support and Subject Matter Expertise
- Provide subject matter expertise and escalation support for complex benefits and pension inquiries.
- Support employee communications and education to improve understanding of benefits programs and changes.
Monitor opportunities to improve processes, employee experience, governance, and service delivery across benefits programs.
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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- University degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive benefits experience, including plan design, cost analysis, vendor management, benefits administration, and program governance.
- Direct experience leading or supporting benefits redesigns, vendor changes, RFPs, implementations, and change management activities.
- Experience with Oracle HCM Benefits and Compensation, or a similar HRIS platform.
- Direct experience with global benefits is an asset.
- Strong analytical, numerical, and data manipulation skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify insights, and develop practical recommendations.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Strong project management, stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work with confidential information, manage competing priorities, and operate effectively across multiple regions and stakeholder groups.
Pay Range: $95,000 - $110,000
Husky TechnologiesTM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky Technologies TM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky TechnologiesTM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks.
Husky TechnologiesTM is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the member of the Talent Acquisition team in a timely fashion of any disabilities that requires accommodation measures in order to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
No agency or telephone inquiries please.
