Location: Windsor or Greater Toronto Area - Hybrid

Job Type: 18-Month Contract

Reports To: Director, Total Rewards

Number of Openings: 1

Who We Are
Jamieson Wellness is Canada’s leading health and wellness company, driven by our purpose of Inspiring Better Lives Every Day. Established in 1922, we are Canada’s #1 consumer health brand, proudly inspiring better lives for over 100 years. With our Jamieson, youtheory, Progressive, Smart Solutions, and Iron Vegan brands, we’re growing globally and reaching more people every day.

Our solid reputation is built on a commitment to quality, innovation, integrity, inclusion, and sustainability, supported by world-class manufacturing and rigorous certification standards. Guided by our core values of Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Agility, we take ownership, collaborate effectively, and continuously evolve to better serve our consumers.

What You’ll Do
The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day administration and delivery of employee benefits, retirement and wellness programs across Canada and the US. The role supports plan renewals, program improvements, vendor coordination and employee communications, ensuring accurate records, timely service and administration in accordance with plan provisions, company policies and applicable requirements. This role translates organizational priorities into effective benefit program delivery and communications that strengthen employee engagement, support development and advance overall well‑being.

Lead the design and delivery of Canadian and US group benefits, disability, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), retirement and executive perquisite programs in accordance with established contracts, policies and guidelines

Support benefit renewals, requests for proposals (RFPs) and implementation of plan changes by coordinating and communicating timelines, validating employee and plan data, reviewing provider information and preparing analysis for decision-making

Analyze benefit survey results, utilization and cost data, identify trends and prepare reports and recommendations to support program improvements and budget planning

Develop and maintain clear benefit communications, presentations, enrolment materials and tools to support team members’ understanding of eligibility, coverage, retirement programs and plan changes

Coordinate day-to-day benefits and retirement plan administration across Canada and the US, working with HR, Payroll, Finance and providers to resolve issues and meet administrative deadlines.

Participate on the H&W; Committee as HR representative to embed health and wellness into Jamieson’s culture and provide project support and recommendations to engage team members in improving their health and wellness

Process and validate benefit and retirement plan enrolments, life-event changes and terminations within required timelines; coordinate coverage and contribution changes during leaves of absence in accordance with plan provisions and company policies





Reconcile monthly benefit billings and provider invoices against enrolment and payroll records, investigate discrepancies and coordinate corrections and payment processing with Payroll and Finance

Provide prompt and accurate answers to team members who have questions relating to benefits

Liaise with insurers, vendors and team members to resolve enrolment, coverage and claims administration issues; coordinate disability-related benefit administration with HR and providers while respecting privacy and leaving claims adjudication to the insurer

Validate benefit eligibility, coverage, rates and employee deductions; reconcile data exchanges with providers and Payroll and resolve discrepancies promptly

Coordinate end-to-end short- and long-term disability claims management, including timely claim submissions, status tracking, employee communication and coordination with insurers, HR and Payroll on benefit coverage and pay impacts

Partner with HR, leaders and providers to support accommodation and sustainable return-to-work plans based on functional abilities information, protect confidential medical information and monitor aggregate claims trends to recommend program improvements; claims adjudication remains with the insurer

Additional Program Management Responsibilities:

Support the design and day to day program management of Jamieson’s recognition programs

Administer the internal mentorship program, working with an external vendor to ensure smooth delivery and participant engagement, communicate program details and respond to questions

Coordinate the Leadership Essentials training program, liaising with participants and an external vendor to ensure smooth delivery and a positive participant experience

Administer the LinkedIn Learning program, track enrolment and access requests, maintain administrative updates and coordinate program communications

What You Bring

Successful completion of post-secondary education through an accredited institution (college or university) preferably in HR Management or equivalent combination of education and experience

3+ years of progressive experience in benefits administration, including group benefits and retirement plans; experience supporting Canadian and US programs is an asset

Working knowledge of benefit eligibility, enrolment, life-event changes, disability and leave-related benefit administration, and privacy requirements; ability to interpret plan documents and recognize issues requiring escalation

Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation, or progress toward completion, is an asset

Ability to explain benefit provisions clearly and prepare accurate, accessible employee communications and administrative procedures





Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel for data analysis and reconciliations, Word and PowerPoint; experience with HRIS and benefit provider platforms

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining records, reconciling invoices and validating benefit and payroll data

Strong interpersonal and vendor coordination skills, with the ability to manage sensitive inquiries professionally and follow issues through to resolution

Strong written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of the organization and its executive team

Strong organizational skills, sound judgment and discretion, with the ability to manage competing deadlines and handle confidential information appropriately

Don’t meet all requirements?
We still encourage you to apply. Research shows some people only apply when they meet every qualification, but we value diverse experiences, perspectives, and transferable skills.

Compensation
Jamieson Wellness offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support your well‑being and professional growth. This includes base pay, eligibility for our Short-Term Incentive Program, and a comprehensive benefits offering.

For this role, the posting range is $71,950 – $107,950 which reflects the full salary range of the position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, level of education, role scope, and other qualified qualifications aligned with the requirements and complexity of this position.

Why Join Jamieson Wellness

Health & Wellness: Competitive benefits, wellness programs, and product discounts,

Financial Security: Company‑paid RRSP (no match required) and an Employee Share Purchase Plan

Flexibility & Balance: Flexible work models and respect for personal time

Growth & Development: Learning opportunities, career pathways, and meaningful performance conversations

Purpose & Impact: Work for an organization committed to improving health and making a positive global impact

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Belonging
Inclusion and belonging are the foundational to our culture.

At Jamieson, belonging is at the heart of how we work. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and believe our differences drive innovation and stronger decisions. Our goal is simple: a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported, and able to thrive. For more information on our commitments to people and planet, please read our latest Sustainability report and DEIB policy.

If you require any accommodation during our hiring process, please let us know. We’re committed to making the experience accessible and equitable for all, and we’ll work together to find the right solution.

How we Hire
We sometimes use AI tools (like LinkedIn) to suggest candidates, but every application we receive is reviewed by a real human and final hiring decisions are made by your future people leader

Let’s inspire better lives — starting with yours.

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📌 Benefits Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 Jamieson Wellness
📍 Ontario