Benefits Specialist

Job Type: Full-time |
Location: Vancouver BC, Canada |
Department: People, Culture & Community |
Reporting to: Senior Manager |
Work Location Type: #Hybrid

IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC.

The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the administration, coordination, and continuous improvement of the organization’s employee benefits programs across multiple jurisdictions. This role supports the delivery of compliant, scalable, and employee-focused benefits operations while ensuring accurate administration, reporting, and vendor coordination. The role partners closely with People & Culture, Payroll, HRIS, Finance, and external providers to maintain efficient benefits processes, support data integrity, and enhance the employee experience through effective program administration and operational excellence.

This position plays a key role in supporting benefits governance, reporting, compliance activities, and ongoing process improvement initiatives aligned with organizational growth and workforce needs.

With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline
• 3–5 years of experience in benefits administration, HR operations, or Total Rewards
• Experience with employee benefits programs in Canada
• Experience working with HRIS platforms such as HiBob, ADP, or similar systems
• Strong understanding of benefits processes, employee data management, and confidentiality requirements
• Experience supporting benefits reconciliations, reporting, and vendor coordination
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and process consistency
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multi-country environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills considered an asset
• Ability to identify operational inefficiencies and support scalable process improvements
• Experience supporting global or multi-jurisdictional programs is considered an asset

• Administering employee benefits programs including enrollments, life events, terminations, and plan changes
• Managing day-to-day benefits operations and responding to employee and manager inquiries related to benefits programs and policies
• Maintaining accurate employee benefits records and ensuring data integrity across HR and payroll systems
• Coordinating benefits vendor activities and supporting issue resolution with providers, brokers, and third-party administrators
• Supporting benefits reconciliation activities with Payroll and Finance teams to ensure accurate deductions and reporting
• Assisting with compliance reporting and regulatory requirements related to employee benefits programs
• Supporting annual enrollment activities, employee communications, and program updates
• Monitoring benefits processes and recommending improvements to increase operational efficiency and scalability
• Supporting HR systems configuration and testing related to benefits administration and integrations
• Generating and maintaining benefits reporting, metrics, and analytics for internal stakeholders
• Maintaining process documentation, procedures, and governance standards related to benefits administration
• Supporting wellness, recognition, and employee experience initiatives as required
• Participating in broader Total Rewards and People operations projects and continuous improvement initiatives

At IREN, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success. Our Canada package for Salary paid positions…