As Senior Director, Benefits Governance, you define the strategic direction and oversee the evolution of the Bank’s employee benefits offering. As a recognized leader in the field, you act as a trusted advisor to the leadership teams and contribute to attracting, engaging, and retaining talent through competitive, equitable, and business-aligned programs. You lead a team of experts responsible for areas including group insurance, attendance and absence management, and occupational health and safety.

You also ensure innovation, sound governance, regulatory compliance, and the effective management of investments related to the programs under your responsibility. Act as a recognized leader and internal subject matter expert on employee benefits matters, supporting business priorities as well as talent attraction, engagement, and retention. Define and evolve the strategies, policies, programs, and technology platforms that support the employee benefits offering.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, governance standards, and risk management practices. Manage budgets, measure program performance, and drive value creation. Within the Human Experience and Performance (HEP) sector, you will be part of the Total Rewards team, consisting of approximately 45 colleagues, and you will report to the Senior Director, Well-being, Benefits and Recognition.

We are committed to providing flexibility to support your quality of life through a hybrid work model and versatile work arrangements.



Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and 7 to 10 years of experience, or a master’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience. Recognized expertise in the design and evolution of employee benefits, health and wellness, retirement programs, or related fields.

Demonstrated leadership experience in managing and developing specialized teams. Excellent influencing, communication, and advisory skills with senior leadership and a broad range of stakeholders. Strong analytical, decision-making, and financial management capabilities, including the use of data to inform recommendations.

Languages: French, English Reason to require this language: you will need to carry out regularly tasks that require the use of IT apps and tools unavailable in French.

Business

Alignment, Critical Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Making, Diversity & Inclusion, Emotional Intelligence, Innovation Management, Learning Agility, Managerial Courage, Mobilization, Partner Development, Resiliency, Risk Management, Strategic Vision, Strategy Execution, Stress Management Flexible group insurance Generous pension plan Employee and family assistance program Involvement in community initiatives Virtual sleep clinic Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged. We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments.

📌 Senior Director Benefits Governance (Montreal)
🏢 National Bank of Canada
📍 Montreal