Rewards Specialist

Position: Total Rewards Specialist
Our Public Sector Client is looking for a Total Rewards Specialist to join their team.

Location: Pickering, ON (Hybrid - 50 hours/month in office)

Compensation: $43.77/hr.

- $54.64/hr depending on experience, plus 4% vacation pay.

Days of work: Monday to Friday. 36.25 hours per week.

Work Type: 6-month contract

Why Drake

Consistent weekly pay you can count on

A quick & simple registration process

Supportive onboarding

Access to a variety of temporary work

Flexible hours and assignments

Immediate income opportunities

Proactive, clear communication

Gain hands‑on experience

Your own dedicated recruitment consultant

The Role: Working as a Total Rewards Consultant, you will design, manage, and enhance compensation, benefits, and employee reward programs that attract, retain, and engage top talent. You will partner closely with business leaders to ensure our total rewards strategy supports organizational goals, promoting equity, and delivering strong employee experience.

Partner with business leaders and HR teams to provide expert guidance on compensation programs and policies

Lead annual compensation cycles, including salary reviews, merit increases, and variable pay programs

Design and implement compensation structures and incentive programs aligned with business objectives

Develop and maintain job architecture and job evaluation frameworks to ensure fairness and consistency

Conduct compensation analysis and pay equity reviews; recommend adjustments based on market trends

Prepare and deliver total compensation communications and statements

Ensure compliance with applicable legislation (e.g., Pay Equity, Employment Standards)

Support labour relations matter such as negotiations, grievances, and arbitrations

Design and deliver competitive benefits programs, recognition initiatives, and employee engagement strategies

Analyze benefits data (premium reconciliation, renewals, utilization trends) to optimize offerings and cost efficiency

Collaborate with leadership to enhance benefits strategy and ensure regulatory compliance

Lead program communications, training, and education for employees and leaders

Partner on wellness initiatives promoting mental health and a positive workplace culture

Resolve escalated benefits and claims issues with a focus on employee experience

Manage third-party vendors to ensure quality service and cost effectiveness

Lead RFP processes for benefits and compensation vendors

Support annual budgeting and forecasting for total rewards programs

What You’ll bring:

Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Finance, Industrial Relations, or related field

5+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in compensation, job evaluation and total rewards in the Public or Non-Profit sectors

Experience designing and managing Canadian compensation and benefits programs (unionized environments preferred)

Strong project management and organizational abilities

CHRP/CHRL designation, Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

If this Total Rewards Specialist role sounds like a strong match for career goals, we encourage you to apply. Submit your application via the link provided, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss next steps. Since 1951, Drake International has connected people with meaningful work across Canada and globally. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion and accessibility.

Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process. For accommodation requests, contact .This hiring process may use AI‑enabled tools to support TOWWC