Lead, Workday Compensation

Compensation: CAD 93,271 - CAD 116,588 - yearlyCompany Description
UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.Union:
Non-UnionNumber of vacancies:
1New or Replacement position:
NewSite:
Toronto General HospitalDepartment:
People & CultureReports to:
Manager, CompensationSalary Range:
$93,271 – $116,588 annuallyHours:
37.5 per weekStatus:
Permanent Full-TimeClosing Date : November 17, 2026Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager of Compensation, the Workday Compensation Lead will serve as the compensation workstream lead and subject matter expert supporting the design, configuration, testing and implementation of Workday Compensation. The Lead will translate UHN’s compensation programs, policies, pay structures, and governance requirements into clear business and system requirements. Working closely with the Executive Director, Total Rewards & HR Operations, People & Culture leads (including Total Rewards, Payroll, Technology) and project partners, the Workday Compensation Lead will coordinate deliverables, identify risks, and help drive issues to resolution. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in compensation concepts, who enjoys working hands-on in a project environment, and wants to gain deeper expertise and experience in HRIS-enabled Total Rewards administration.Duties
Lead Workday Compensation Configuration:
Lead the configuration and validation of Workday Compensation modules, ensuring system set-up aligns with compensation programs, pay structures, and policies.Requirements Gathering & Documentation:
Collaborate with key stakeholders to collect requirements, document configuration decisions, and maintain accurate project configuration and data workbooks.Testing & Defect Resolution:
Lead end-to-end testing of compensation programs in Workday, validate data and system outcomes, identify defects, and support resolution to ensure accurate program delivery.Project Delivery & Collaboration:
Coordinate project activities, timelines, risks, and dependencies with the Executive Director, Total Rewards & HR Operations, Manager, Compensation, Technology, Payroll, and other key stakeholders to support successful implementation.Training & Knowledge Transfer:
Lead the development of compensation guidance, process documentation and training materials;
develop and deliver Workday Compensation training sessions;
and provide hands-on support to users and testers throughout implementation and stabilization.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in compensation or total rewards role.Experience with Workday HCM and Compensation modules, including configuration, testing, validation and participate in defect resolution.Strong knowledge of compensation principles, with demonstrated analytical skills and attention to detail when working with compensation data.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.Advanced proficiency in Excel.Strong project management and organizational skills.Able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, navigate ambiguity, and elevate risks or decisions as appropriate.Experience in healthcare, the broader public sector, or a complex unionized environment considered an asset.Additional Information
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.Competitive offer packagesGovernment organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle serviceA flexible work environmentOpportunities for development and promotions within a large organizationAdditional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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