Description

Headquartered in New Glasgow, NS, Crombie is an integrity-driven, caring, and purpose-built organization. It’s why we’ve been voted one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers year after year. Here are a few more reasons why we all love where we work:

• Competitive total compensation package
• Flexible, hybrid work schedules and locations;
• Funding assistance for professional dues and furthering education;
• An on-site fitness facility, or subsidized fitness centre memberships;
• Corporate discount rates;
• Professional development programs to help you grow and succeed; and
• A strong, diverse culture that promotes thought leadership and interdepartmental collaboration.

There’s no such thing as a perfect candidate. You don’t need 100% of the listed qualifications to add incredible value to our team. If you feel energized thinking about what you could accomplish here, we would love to hear from you.

 Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Crombie values diversity, and is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and collaborative culture that is free of barriers, increases equity, and drives stronger business results. We encourage and invite candidates to self-identify on your resume if you are a member from one of the following groups: Members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, women, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you by contacting us at talent@crombie.ca. 

Who we are

As one of Canada’s leading REITs, we build spaces that will shape communities and have a lasting impact for generations. Supported by a solid foundation and focused value creation, Crombie is positioned to deliver consistent results and generate long-term sustainable growth.

You’ll join a team of values-driven, caring colleagues. We collaborate, find solutions, and cheer each other on. Our winning culture is rooted in our values: outperform expectations, embody integrity, care passionately, deliver excellence together, and empower one another.

We care for our employees, we support flexible work, compensate with great benefits, and work with you to help meet your career goals. Learn more about us at crombie.ca.

Position Summary

Based out of Halifax or New Glasgow, NS, the Director, Total Rewards provides leadership in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of Crombie’s compensation, benefits, payroll, and other related programs. This role ensures alignment with business objectives and collaborates with senior leadership to create innovative, competitive, and cost-effective initiatives that attract, retain, engage, and motivate top talent. With a focus on supporting Crombie’s organizational culture, guiding values, and employee value proposition, the role oversees programs for employees and executives, ensuring they drive alignment with Crombie’s strategy and mindset. This role spans strategy, delivery, and hands-on support. The core duties are: 

Total Reward Strategy & Program Design

• Develops, implements, and optimizes comprehensive total rewards programs including base pay, incentives, executive perks, benefits, retirement, time off, and payroll, ensuring external competitiveness and alignment with business objectives
• Develops and implements compensation philosophy, strategy, and design, including job architecture, salary structures, pay equity, and annual compensation programs and reviews
• Designs and administers executive compensation plans, including base salary, short-and long-term incentives, and other rewards tailored to senior leadership roles
• Leads all total rewards projects, providing strategic direction, managing resources, overseeing adherence to timelines, and evaluating project outcomes
• Develops effective communication and training strategies, ensuring leaders and employees understand compensation practices, policies, and decision-making frameworks
  Oversees compensation administration and unit tracking platforms/systems
   

Market Intelligence, Benchmarking & Job Architecture

• Conducts market analysis and benchmarking to ensure Crombie remains competitive in attracting and retaining talent, while maintaining internal equity and fairness
• Leads job evaluation and architecture functions, collaborating with third parties as needed to maintain the integrity of Crombie’s role structure
• Conducts executive compensation benchmarking and remains current on market trends, governance practices, and regulatory standards
• Participates in annual compensation surveys
   

Executive Compensation, Governance & Board Support

• Prepares executive compensation recommendations, policies and reports for the Board of Trustees, ensuring alignment with Crombie’s goals, unitholder interests, and regulatory standards
• Prepares expert advice for the executive team and Board of Trustees on compensation trends, governance practices, and policy recommendations
• Prepares annual disclosures for executive compensation and ensures compliance with executive compensation-related disclosures, reporting requirements, and audit requirements
   

Analytics, Reporting & Financial Oversight

• Prepares costing and analysis and provides oversight of KPI and analytics
• Streamlines reporting process and procedure for all total rewards streams (including but not limited to G&A wage and benefits budgets and payroll costs) and analyzes variances, partnering with People & Culture and Finance teams using data analytics
   

People Leadership

• Ensures that team members have a clear understanding of corporate and departmental objectives and are held accountable to meet performance standards and objectives.
• Leads a team that is strategically aligned with and understands the organization’s strategy, is engaged, and represents Crombie’s guiding values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, or a combination of relevant education, training, and experience
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR), or equivalent designation would be an asset
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in human resources with at least 3 years working in senior leadership compensation and Benefits,
• Proven expertise in all facets of total rewards strategy including modeling, designing, and implementing in complex, multi-jurisdictional organizations
• Advanced financial acumen and expertise to define, align, and drive initiatives that align with organizational objectives
• Experience managing executive compensation programs and working with Boards or Compensation Committees.
• Solid project management and change leadership experience, with the ability to guide teams effectively
  Advanced analytics capabilities
• Ability to present complex ideas and data in clear and simple terms and translate into actionable insights and provide recommendations
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• Advanced proficiency in HRIS systems, compensation tools, and MS Office Suite
• Deep understanding of compensation and benefits regulations and trends