Senior Advisor, Employee Benefits and Retirement (M&A & Integration), HR

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Job Description Build the future with us Are you driven by strategic growth, mergers and acquisitions and eager to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Senior Advisor, Compensation and Benefits – HR M&A, you will play a key role in the analysis, recommendation and integration of total compensation programs within the context of transactions and HR integrations. You will be part of the Talent and Culture Vice Presidency – Programs, Systems and Analytics, within the HR Mergers, Acquisitions and Integrations team, whose activities are at the core of iA Financial Group’s growth strategy. This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. What you’ll accomplish with us As a Senior Advisor, Compensation and Benefits – HR M&A, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities: • Conduct in-depth analyses of compensation and benefits programs of targeted entities, identify gaps with iA practices and assess risks (compliance, costs, retention, equity, feasibility) • Produce structured diagnostics and recommendations to support decision-making in transaction contexts • Develop and compare harmonization scenarios for compensation and benefits programs, recommend appropriate approaches and define action plans to transition to the target state • Assess the impacts of scenarios on employees, managers, costs and operations • Provide specialized inputs for cost evaluations and collaborate with the modeling function to ensure accuracy of assumptions and analyses • Contribute to the quantification of harmonization impacts and identify factors influencing transition costs and recurring costs • Participate in the planning and execution of integration activities, support employee transitions and contribute to communication and support tools • Identify integration risks and propose mitigation measures, while contributing to post-integration reviews and stabilization of operations • Collaborate with Total Compensation and centers of expertise, structure tools and templates for the HR M&A practice and document learnings to support continuous improvement What could accelerate your success in this role We’re looking for someone who: • Is known for their rigor, sound judgment and ability to document analyses and recommendations in complex, confidential and evolving environments • Stands out for their ability to advise, influence and collaborate effectively in a matrix environment with centers of expertise and multidisciplinary partners • Demonstrates strong ability to translate strategic directions into concrete action plans and ensure their implementation • Is recognized for their strong synthesis, communication and ability to simplify complex information for various stakeholders • Demonstrates strong adaptability and ease navigating sensitive, ambiguous and high-visibility matters, particularly in mergers, acquisitions and integration contexts • Has several years of experience in total compensation, including direct compensation, benefits or transformation and integration contexts • Holds a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrates advanced proficiency with analytical tools, particularly Excel (knowledge of Workday is an asset) • Has experience in cost analysis, scenario development or North American environments, which is considered an asset for the role • Advanced level of English proficiency, as the role involves analyzing compensation programs, collaborating on mergers, acquisitions and integration initiatives, participating in discussions and supporting integration activities with unilingual English-speaking partners, particularly in the United States, on a regular basis Why you’ll love working with us A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence. A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed. The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces. Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more! Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs! Still unsure about applying? At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you! *For positions posted in Ontario and British Columbia: The typical hiring range for this position is between 55 376$ and 105 376$ CAD per year; the base salary offered may vary depending on knowledge, skills, years of experience, and internal equity related to the role. At iA, we are committed to offering a fair, equitable, and market-based compensation structure. Our market data is updated annually to reflect the most current market conditions. Location(s) Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College AvenueToronto / 26 Wellington Street East Company iA Financial Group Posting End Date 2026-07-31 Company Overview iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here . Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs.