Job Description

At Fiera Capital

We invest in creating a culture of purpose that makes our people feel valued, cared for, seen, and heard. Our approach to employee experience is tailored to your needs and ambitions:

• Your Inclusive Experience: We are committed to cultivating an inclusive, safe, and trusting work environment.
• Your Growth & Empowerment: We have ambitious growth goals for our firm, which makes us a great place to advance your career.
• Your Rewards & Recognition: We deeply value our people and their contributions and that’s reflected in our competitive compensation and benefits packages and our collaborative culture.
• Your Wellness Your Way: We strive to create a healthy work environment and we offer programs designed to support our employees’ wellbeing.

What we are looking for:

The Advisor, Compensation translates business needs into effective compensation solutions that support the organization’s talent strategy. This role is responsible for the design, governance, and execution of compensation programs, while ensuring market competitiveness, internal equity, and regulatory compliance. The position partners closely with Finance, and business leaders to manage key compensation cycles and initiatives.

Your responsibilities:

• Translate business needs into compensation solutions aligned with organizational objectives.
• Own and support the execution of annual compensation cycles, including merit increases, bonus processes, and salary planning in alignment with budgets.
• In collaboration with the Vice President, Compensation, design, implement, and govern compensation programs, including base salary structures, performance-based incentives (short- and long-term) and commission plans.
• Conduct job evaluations and maintain job architecture frameworks.
• Lead and participate in compensation surveys across regions and business segments; perform market benchmarking and competitiveness analyses.
• Ensure pay equity across the organization and support related reviews and reporting.
• Partner with HR Business Partners to provide advisory support and ensure effective implementation of compensation programs.
• Collaborate with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate execution of compensation processes and alignment with financial planning.
• Contribute to compensation projects and broader organizational initiatives.
• Participate in global, cross-functional workstreams as a subject matter expert.
• Ensure all compensation policies, programs, and practices comply with applicable legislation and internal governance standards.
• Support other compensation functions.

Must have requirements to be successful in this role

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Actuarial Science, Commerce, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in compensation within a multi-country organization
• CHRP designation considered an asset
• CCP designation considered an asset
• Proven experience in supporting the design and implementation of compensation programs (base salary, short-term and long-term incentives, commission plans, etc.)
• Strong financial and business acumen with advanced analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Experience in the asset management industry is an asset
• Experience with HRIS systems (Workday)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English
• Advanced Excel skills; strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Ability to navigate and perform in a constantly evolving environment
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools / database systems

Additional Information:

• Fiera Capital adheres to a hybrid working environment with 4 days in-office per week.

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For all positions in Quebec (Montreal and Laval), proficiency in French, both spoken and written, is mandatory. Working English proficiency is also required in order to serve our offices and clients around the world.

Fiera Capital subscribes to the principle of employment equity. Our staff is our most valuable asset, and our goal is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone can achieve their true potential.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or on the basis of disability, genetic information or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Fiera Capital will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment.

All staffing decisions, including hiring and promotion decisions, will be based on merit, skills, performance, and business needs. We are pleased to receive applications from qualified individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Job applicants who are individually selected for an interview will be notified that accommodations are available upon request. If a selected participant requests accommodation, Fiera Capital shall consult with the applicant and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Fiera Capital. We will only contact those selected for an interview.