McGill University
CompensationAdvisor
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“Compensation Advisor at McGill University. Skills: Compensation, Salary Administration, Excel, Workday. Review and analyze requests for new positions. Review and analyze compensation requests”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving; Analytical skills
Authorized to work in Canada, Willing to work in the province of Quebec
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, industrial relations, actuarial science, commerce or a related field, 3 years of experience in compensation, Spoken and written English and French, Knowledge of English at level 3
Nice to Have
Certified Human Resources Professional (CRHP) designation, Workday knowledge, Knowledge and experience working on large pay equity programs
What You'll Do.
Review and analyze requests for new positions
Review and analyze compensation requests
Conduct/participate in compensation surveys
Act as a resource person
Liaise with directors and managers
Communicate and implement annual salary increases
Collaborate and provide support to Labour & Employee Relations
Participate in human resources projects
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with HR Advisors and Representatives; Liaise with directors and managers; Collaborate and provide support to the Labour & Employee Relations team
Communication Scope
Communication skills; Ability to write job descriptions; Ability to write other documentation
Full Job Description
**Please refer to the[How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates)](https://www.mcgill.ca/hr/files/hr/apply_at_mcgill_university_-_guide_for_external_candidates_en.pdf) job aid for instructions on how to apply.** **If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar).** **Position Summary:** Reporting to the Associate Director Compensation, the Compensation Advisor ensures the fair and equitable application of McGill’s Salary Administration Policies. The incumbent reviews and analyzes a variety of compensation requests. Responsible for conducting/participating in compensation surveys and for the implementation of annual salary increases. Acts as a resource person for compensation issues and formulates recommendations. **Primary Responsibilities:** * Reviews and analyzes requests for creation of new positions and requests for rematch for various employee groups. * Reviews and analyzes a variety of compensation requests including special salary adjustments, hiring salaries, non-base payments, etc. * Conducts/participates in compensation surveys with other universities or organizations. * Acts as a resource person, working closely with HR Advisors and Representatives on compensation issues and formulates recommendations. * Liaises with directors and managers regarding compensation issues and recommends solutions and alternatives. * Responsible for the communication and implementation of annual salary increases for a variety of classification groups including management, MUNACA, SEU, and others. * Collaborates and provides support to the Labour & Employee Relations team for costings during collective agreement negotiations. * Participates in a variety of human resources projects: pay equity calculations and costings (retroactive and future); analyzes
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