Global Compensation Specialist

WHO ARE WE?

Air Canada Vacations is on a mission to make dreams travel. That’s why we offer vacation packages, tours, cruises, and more, tailored to the individual needs of everyone. We love to say that we have vacations for every traveler, because we do!

If you are a person passionate about exploring the world and would like to share this enthusiasm with our customers, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team.

For over 50 years, Air Canada Vacations has made travel easier, so join us to help Canadians create unforgettable memories, no matter their destination.

Don’t miss this great opportunity! Submit your application by July 21, 2026, to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

JOB TITLE: Global Compensation Specialist JOB STATUS: Permanent DEPARTMENT: Human Resources LOCATION: Montreal MANAGER: Head of Service, Employee Well-being and Benefits

The Global Compensation Specialist contributes to the design, administration, and continuous improvement of programs aimed at enriching the employee experience and supporting the company’s global compensation strategy. This role oversees the management of compensation and recognition programs. The ideal candidate is an organized, analytical, customer-focused individual, and passionate about developing programs that foster talent attraction, engagement, and retention.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Employee Recognition
• Apply and improve the company’s employee recognition programs to foster engagement and reinforce organizational values.
• Manage recognition platforms, communications, data transmission, and program efficiency.
• Coordinate recognition campaigns, service anniversary rewards, significant milestone celebrations, and special recognition initiatives.
• Analyze participation and engagement levels, then provide advice to improve programs.
• Travel Programs
• Ensure the main administration of the company’s employee travel programs.
• Monitor compliance with the travel policy and contribute to travel-related communications and support for employees.
• Analyze travel program data and identify opportunities to improve the employee experience and optimize costs.
• Executive Programs
• Coordinate programs supporting executive members, including leadership, recognition programs, events, and special initiatives.
• Ensure confidentiality while managing sensitive data associated with reward and recognition programs for executive members.
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of recognition and engagement initiatives for the executive team.
• Compensation Support
• Participate in annual compensation activities, including salary planning, performance-based raises, incentive program management, and market-based compensation.
• Contribute to job evaluation and salary analysis.
• Maintain compensation data and ensure data integrity within the HR systems.
• Prepare reports, analyses, and presentations to support compensation-related decisions.
• Participate in meeting compensation and equity requirements.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field;
• Three to five years of experience in Human Resources, Global Compensation, Compensation, Benefits, Employee Recognition Program, or a related field;
• Experience in coordinating employee recognition or corporate programs, an asset;
• Knowledge of compensation practices and salary management, an asset;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with HR information systems;
• Excellent organizational and project management skills;
• Strong communication skills and ability to build workplace relationships;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while demonstrating attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Bilingualism (French and English) required.

WHY WORK WITH US?

• Our team loves to travel, and we have one of the most generous employee travel programs in the industry. You will be eligible for travel privileges for yourself and others as soon as you have completed 6 months of service.
• Hybrid work model: Corporate mandate of four (4) office days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and one additional day of your choice) and one day working from home.
• We value your well-being and offer a wide range of benefits, including health and dental care, for you and your family.
• We provide training and development tools to help you reach your full potential.

Please note that these benefits apply to full-time permanent employees.

Visit our Careers page for a complete list of benefits.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Air Canada Vacations is committed to ensuring a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, which is at the core of our fundamental values. We celebrate the unique qualities of each individual, listen to every voice, and instill in our employees a sense of belonging that allows each team member to shine in their authenticity.

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, as we strive to create a diverse team that reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve as an equal opportunity employer. If you require an accommodation, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For assistance with accessibility, for information in alternative accessible formats, or to report any accessibility issues, please let us know in your application.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

With equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates. The position involves daily interactions with partners, clients, and colleagues outside of Quebec.