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This dynamic leader is responsible for shaping and driving Canfor’s global Total Rewards strategy-initially assessing current structures and approaches, then leveraging innovative thinking and a pragmatic mindset to continuously enhance the company’s rewards philosophy, infrastructure, programs, and plans. The successful candidate is well-versed in industry best practices and committed to staying ahead of emerging trends and developments at both national and global levels.\nIn this pivotal role, the Director oversees the design, implementation, and management of a wide range of programs, including broad-based compensation, executive compensation, short- and long-term incentive plans, employee benefits, wellness initiatives, and strategic programs focused on employee recognition and retention. This individual brings a collaborative and strategic mindset, using deep industry expertise to establish and sustain Total Rewards practices that position Canfor as a top employer.\nWorking closely with senior stakeholders across Canfor, this leader plays a key role in aligning HR strategies with broader business priorities in a global, matrixed environment.\nKey Responsibilities:\nStrategic Design and Administration of Total Rewards\nCollaborate with the HR Leadership Team and the Compensation Committee of the Board to create and operationalize the strategic design, implementation, communication, and administration of compensation, benefits, and recognition programs.\nEstablish the Total Rewards philosophy and strategy, develop budgets, and prepare policies and procedures to ensure equitable and competitive rewards globally.\nAlign Total Rewards with business performance metrics and employee engagement.\nEnsure a robust and creative enterprise-wide benefits strategy, monitoring and evaluating programs including insurance, retirement plans, and time-off policies.\nCollaborate cross-functionally to ensure incentive and benefit plans are cost-effective, employee-friendly, and compliant.\nCompensation Programs and Pay-for-Performance\nEvolve and administer a competitive compensation philosophy, including base pay, bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, promotions, and executive compensation.\nLead annual compensation planning cycles and provide expert counsel on the design and administration of compensation programs and salary structures.\nPartner with Talent and HRBPs to align employment terms, job architectures, job descriptions, evaluations, and global salary surveys.\nBenefits Strategy and Compliance\nOversee benefits, paid time off, retirement, and wellbeing programs to ensure they are competitive, inclusive, and responsive to diverse employee needs and life stages.\nPartner with vendors to design, deliver, and evaluate programs that optimize cost and employee experience.\nManage vendor relationships, including service negotiations and performance guarantees.\nEnsure compliance with federal, provincial/state, and international regulations, and maintain all plan documents and communications.\nM&A and Integration\nAssess and align compensation and benefits programs during global M&A due diligence.\nEnsure seamless post-acquisition integration to support organizational objectives and employee retention.\nLeadership and Advisory\nServe as a strategic advisor on Total Rewards to senior leadership and the Board of Directors, building credibility and trust.\nLead the preparation of materials for the Executive Leadership Team and Compensation Committee, ensuring all charter items are met.\nContribute to HR Leadership Team objectives and key results.\nLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Total Rewards team.\nProcess Improvement and Cost Management\nDrive continuous improvement and cost optimization by implementing tools and practices that enhance efficiency across compensation and benefits.\nLeverage data analytics and AI tools to drive insights into compensation trends, employee engagement, and benefits utilization.\nQualifications:\n15+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, including executive compensation in a publicly traded company.\nExperience supporting Board Compensation Committees and engaging with board-level stakeholders.\nDeep knowledge of compensation structures (base, STIP, LTIP) and benefits programs.\nFamiliarity with SEC regulations, proxy disclosures, and CD&A reporting.\nStrong modeling, analytics, and communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.\nStrong knowledge of regulatory requirements including SEC, SOX, ERISA, HIPAA, and international labor laws.\nDirect experience working with 401k plans and RPPs along with other retirement related benefits and solutions.\nAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, up to and including C-suite and BOD.\nProven track record in designing and implementing total rewards strategy, including the preparation and presentation of Compensation Committee materials.\nDepth of experience working with compensation consultants, and other key third party vendors.\nAbility to work within modern HR tech stacks (SAP SuccessFactors preferred) and demonstrated experience leveraging digital tools for the enhancement of Total Rewards operations.\nExperience creating and managing a Employee Share Purchase Plan.\nDemonstrated ability to achieve goals through influencing, partnering and developing productive relationships with senior leadership and line managers across the business. Be recognized as the “go-to” person for all compensation and benefits issues.\nSelf-starter with a proactive and inquisitive nature who can anticipate and preempt problems.\nSuperior people leader, team builder and collaborator who navigates well through diverse, rapidly changing work environments.\nExcels in the face of high expectations.\nThe salary range for this position is: $153,500.00-$219,500.00\nPlease Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.\nWe appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. 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