Location: Toronto, Calgary or Vancouver, Hybrid, 2 to 3 days onsite with flexibility

Language: Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

Background Check Requirement: Criminal Record Check

About the Opportunity

Are you ready to take ownership of a high-profile Total Rewards initiative that will shape the employee experience across the United States? We are recruiting for a US Retirement and Savings Programs Specialist to join a collaborative HR team within a large organization. This newly created position offers the opportunity to lead the launch and ongoing administration of a US Employee Share Purchase Plan while serving as a trusted subject matter expert for retirement and savings programs.

Working closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, Legal, executive stakeholders and external vendors, you will play a key role in delivering compliant, employee-focused programs that support thousands of employees. This is an prospect to make a visible impact while helping drive continuous improvement, supporting acquisitions, and enhancing retirement and equity programs in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

What’s In It for You

Join an organization that values collaboration, professionalism and continuous learning. You'll gain exposure to senior leadership, contribute to a highly visible strategic initiative, and work alongside a supportive team that values knowledge sharing and partnership. This role offers meaningful ownership, opportunities to influence program development, comprehensive benefits, a performance incentive program, and a flexible hybrid work environment.

Your Responsibilities

- You’ll lead the implementation and ongoing administration of the US Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), partnering with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure a successful launch and ongoing delivery.
- You’ll act as the internal subject matter expert for retirement,



equity savings and 401(k) programs, providing guidance to HR, Payroll and employees.
- You’ll oversee retirement compliance activities, including regulatory filings, audits, non-discrimination testing and legislative requirements.
- You’ll support mergers and acquisitions by evaluating retirement and equity program impacts, coordinating integrations and developing compliant processes for newly acquired employee populations.
- You’ll collaborate across Payroll, Finance, Legal and external service providers to resolve complex issues, improve processes and ensure operational excellence.

Skills and Qualifications

- 3 to 5+ years of progressive experience administering or leading US retirement, ESPP or employee equity compensation programs.
- Demonstrated experience supporting Employee Share Purchase Plans, stock administration or employee equity programs, with implementation experience considered a strong asset.
- Strong knowledge of US retirement plans, pension legislation, IRS compliance requirements and regulatory reporting, including 401(k) administration.
- Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, including retirement or equity plan harmonization and integration activities.
- Proficiency with ADP, SAP, SuccessFactors or similar HRIS and payroll platforms.
- Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage confidential information and multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a collaborative approach and the confidence to work with senior leaders, cross-functional teams and external vendors.

Note from the Hiring Manager

"We're looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership, builds strong relationships, and communicates with confidence and professionalism. This is a unique opportunity to lead a highly visible program while helping us continue to grow and improve our employee experience."

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📌 US Retirement Savings Specialist (Toronto)
🏢 Altis
📍 Toronto