The incumbent plays a key role in the development, implementation, and administration of compensation programs by contributing to compensation projects and annual review processes. This role supports the Compensation team through in-depth market analyses that identify industry trends and emerging compensation practices, enabling informed and strategic decision-making. The role also supports executive compensation management activities.
- Conduct various compensation analyses to support effective decision-making and provide interpretation of results and trends
- Provide guidance and compensation recommendations for external hires and appointments, international and cross-border cases, systemic issues, and other complex matters
- Support the resolution of escalated inquiries and requests from People Services
- Provide direct support for compensation reporting and disclosures
- Collaborate with the Managers, Compensation on additional ad hoc compensation requests
- Participate in the job evaluation process
- Support the maintenance of the grade structure system and the job evaluation process
- Provide direct support for pay equity compliance, including data analysis, coordination, committee participation, and reporting
- Support the development and implementation of a job architecture
- Participate in general and market-specific compensation surveys to ensure alignment with market practices and trends
- Support the Managers, Compensation in annual benchmarking and compression reviews
- Provide support for annual compensation budget preparation and the year-end compensation cycle
- Provide support in the management of various compensation plans and projects
The role operates under standard office working conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and is eligible to participate in CN’s hybrid work model. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
Compensation Management
- 3–5 years of experience in compensation, Human Resources, or a related field
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Mathematics, or an equivalent field
- Certified Human Resources Professional (CPHR)*
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)*
- Any of the above designations would be considered an asset
- Applies critical thinking
- Project and time management
- Collaborates with others and shares information
- Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)*
- Any of the above skills/attributes would be considered an asset
- Knowledge of compensation plans and related compensation disciplines
- Ability to analyze specialized and complex compensation issues
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Knowledge of Systems, Applications and Procedures (SAP), Tableau, and Power BI*
- Knowledge of any of the above would be considered an asset
About CN
CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
At CN, we are dedicated to building North America's safest, most inclusive and sustainable railroad, which includes reflecting the communities in which we operate. Research shows that candidates often don't apply unless they feel they fit the job posting at 100%. To all potential applicants, even if you don't meet every job requirement listed in a posting, we still encourage you to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please get in touch with our team at [email protected].
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