Benefits Administrator (1 Year Contract)

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Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 4,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

Join Our Team:

We are seeking a highly organized and service-oriented Benefits Administrator to join our Total Rewards team on a temporary contract basis. In this role, you will support the day-to-day administration of employee pension, benefits, disability, and leave programs while delivering an exceptional employee experience.

You will serve as a key resource for employees and stakeholders, helping ensure the accurate administration of programs, timely employee support, effective vendor coordination, and compliance with company policies and legislative requirements.

What You'll Do:

Benefits Administration:

• Administer employee benefit programs, including health, dental, life insurance, disability, wellness, and employee assistance programs.
• Process employee life events, beneficiary updates, coverage changes, and eligibility requests.
• Coordinate benefits administration activities with payroll, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Respond to employee questions regarding benefit coverage, claims processes, and eligibility.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity within HR systems.

Pension & Retirement Administration:

• Administer pension and other retirement savings programs.
• Support employee enrollments, terminations, retirements, and pension-related operations.
• Coordinate with pension providers and administrators to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pension and retirement savings programs.
• Assist with pension reporting, audits, and governance activities.

Disability & Leave Administration:

• Coordinate the administration of short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and leave of absence programs.
• Serve as a liaison between employees, managers, HR, payroll, and disability insurers.
• Monitor disability and leave cases and ensure timely communication and documentation.
• Support return-to-work planning and accommodation management.
• Provide key metrics to inform the business.

Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) Support:

• Serve as a point of contact for general employee inquiries regarding the Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Support employee awareness by sharing educational resources and program communications.

Vendor & Compliance Management:

• Liaise with benefit carriers, pension administrators, and other third-party providers.
• Support audits, reporting requirements, and compliance activities.
• Drive process improvements and special projects within the Total Rewards function.

Employee Support & Communications:

• Provide timely, professional support to employees regarding pension, benefits, disability, and leave programs.
• Develop and maintain employee communications, guides, FAQs, and educational materials to drive awareness of benefits.
• Support onboarding activities and employee information sessions.
• Help translate complex program information into clear, employee-friendly language.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Experience working with Canadian and global employee benefit and retirement programs.
• CEBS or related pension and benefits education is considered an asset.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of pension, benefits, disability, and leave administration practices.
• Understanding of applicable pension and benefits privacy legislation.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the Reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP), and be able to obtain higher clearances.

Benefits Statement:

MDA Space offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all of its locations. As a member of the MDA Space team, you and your eligible dependents can enroll in a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care, including health care plans supplemental and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans and an employee assistance program.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and candidates with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.