Senior Compensation and Performance Manager

$90,000-110,000

Surrey BC

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a Vancouver-based recruitment firm specializing in Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Operations. We pride ourselves on a transparent, genuine, and consultative approach. Our proactive recruitment strategy enables us to connect with high-caliber professionals for specialized and often hard-to-fill roles. Our philosophy centers on deeply understanding both client and candidate motivations, requirements, and objectives.

THE ROLE

Our client, a mission-driven organization with a growing national presence, is seeking a Senior Manager, Compensation & Performance Programs to lead the design and execution of their total rewards and performance strategy. This individual will play a critical role in aligning compensation, performance management, and recognition programs with the organizations long-term goals and values. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in compensation design, job evaluation, and performance frameworks, along with strong analytical acumen and the ability to influence senior leadership. This is a strategic and hands-on role that will shape fair, transparent, and sustainable compensation practices while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee growth.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee compensation strategies that attract, retain, and motivate talent while maintaining internal equity and fiscal responsibility.
• Conduct market benchmarking and pay equity analyses to ensure competitive and compliant total rewards programs.
• Lead the annual compensation cycle, including performance-based increases, goal setting, and salary adjustments.
• Provide strategic advice and guidance to leaders on job evaluations, reclassifications, promotions, and salary decisions.
• Develop and manage performance and recognition programs that support a culture of accountability and appreciation.
• Collaborate with HR business partners and department heads to align compensation practices with workforce planning and organizational structure.
• Support organization design efforts by advising on role alignment, reporting structures, and compensation implications.
• Deliver coaching and education to managers on compensation philosophy, performance processes, and recognition frameworks.
• Analyze internal data and external trends to inform recommendations and prepare executive-level reports and presentations.
• Ensure all programs comply with employment legislation, funding requirements, and internal policies.
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, enhance tools, and improve transparency across compensation programs.
• Partner cross-functionally with other People & Culture team members to ensure integrated and consistent HR practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in compensation, performance management, and organizational design.
• At least 2 years of specialized training or equivalent experience in compensation and job evaluation.
• Professional designation such as CCP, CHRP, or relevant certification is strongly preferred.
• Deep knowledge of compensation principles, job evaluation methodologies, and performance management frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., Ceridian, ADP, Workday, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence and collaborate across all levels of an organization.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment with competing priorities.
• Knowledge of employment standards and compensation compliance requirements is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Previous experience advising on organizational structure or supporting enterprise-wide change initiatives is a plus.

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