Compensation Specialist

Compensation Specialist (Permanent)

Ottawa ON, Victoria BC or Halifax NS

Expected Salary $67,021 to $87,965

To determine final salary, Babcock considers a variety of factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience and internal equity. The final base salary offer is at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

What You Do Here Matters

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important.

Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets.

Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa.

Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose,

‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’

Be Part of Something Big.

Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication.

Our Babcock Principles create the foundation for how we deliver better outcomes for our Culture ,

Customers and Communities . By collectively embodying these Principles in all the work we do, our colleagues help make us great:

• Be Curious – We believe in challenging the status quo and asking, ‘how might we?’
• Think: Outcomes – We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make
• Be Kind – We believe in being kind to ourselves, kind to each other, and kind to our planet.
• Collaborate– We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
• Be Courageous – We believe in being brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Own and Deliver – We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.

Our people are at the heart of creating a safe and secure world. We offer a collection of programs and benefits designed to support their well-being:

Health & Well-being

• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
• Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
• A Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows

Planning for the Future

• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA

Flexibility in How We Work

• We offer an agile workplace for several positions
• An option of a compressed work schedule supports work/life interests
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure

Growth and recognition

• A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

We encourage you to learn more about Babcock Canada by exploring our website: babcockcanada.com .

In this role, you will:

• Support the design, evaluation, implementation and maintenance of compensation processes aligned with organizational goals.
• Provide advice to human resources team members on job evaluation, compensation, and pay equity.
• Provide insights on pay transparency, pay equity legislation, and compensation compliance requirements.
• Monitor alignment of internal compensation data with federal and provincial reporting requirements related to pay equity and pay transparency.
• Complete reporting requirements for federal and provincial legislation related to pay equity and pay transparency.
• Complete compensation assessments in collaboration with the Human Resources Business Partner and provide recommendations to the business leader.
• Partner with senior human resources leadership to complete organizational compensation review processes and associated communication strategy.
• Participate in market pricing activities, including compensation surveys and industry research.
• Stay up to date on compensation trends, legislative changes, and industry best practices, and translate insights into actionable recommendations for senior human resources leadership.
• Maintain benchmark data to support ongoing project work.
• Support the development of compensation communication materials and frameworks.
• Lead or contribute to initiatives that streamline compensation processes such as tools and templates for reporting and leadership briefings.
• Maintain tools, templates, and documentation to ensure consistency in compensation practices.

The ideal candidate brings:

• At least five years of relevant experience in Human Resources with a focus on compensation or job evaluation, using the classification and/or point factor methods.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources preferred.
• Compensation Certified professional (CCP) considered a strong asset.
• Practical knowledge and application of pay equity principles and legislation.
• Experience in developing and implementing compensation related projects and experience with compensation and trends in total rewards.
• Ability to apply strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to assess compensation practices, interpret market data, and provide objective, evidence‑based recommendations.
• Knowledge of employment and related legislation such as the Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act, and the Pay Equity Act.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using a variety of software packages, including Word, Advanced Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience using SuccessFactors would be an asset but not required.
• Able to take the lead and work collaboratively on projects.
• You are eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance.

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

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