VP, Total Rewards

Get started on an exciting career at Element! Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re‑defining the fleet management industry to be people first, then business – delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation, and we need more like-minded people on our team.

About the Role

We’re looking for a strategic leader to join our team as VP, Total Rewards. In this role, you will define and execute the organization’s global total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, payroll, HRIS, and mobility programs.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute a global Total Rewards strategy that supports the organization’s business objectives, talent strategy, and culture
• Lead the evolution of the organization’s compensation philosophy, rewards framework, and employee value proposition to attract, retain, and motivate talent globally
• Advise the Executive Leadership Team and the Board of Directors’ Compensation Committee on executive and broad-based compensation strategy, emerging market trends, governance practices, and compensation risk
• Oversee the design and governance of employee and executive compensation, including salary and short‑term and long‑term incentive plans
• Lead the global benefits and wellness strategy, including vendor selection and cost optimization
• Provide executive oversight of global payroll operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll across all jurisdictions
• Provide strategic oversight of HR technology platforms, including Workday, ensuring systems effectively support Total Rewards, payroll, reporting, compliance, and employee experience
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment, tax, securities, compensation disclosure, pension, pay equity, privacy, and payroll legislation across all operating jurisdictions
• Develop and manage Total Rewards budgets while optimizing program effectiveness and financial outcomes
• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing Total Rewards leadership team

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field
• 12–15+ years of progressive HR experience, including 8–10+ years in Total Rewards leadership
• 8+ years of people leadership experience
• Experience in global, complex organizations
• Experience with HRIS platforms, such as Workday
• Operates in a highly complex global environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• CCP certification
• CBP certification
• CEBS certification
• Develops innovative rewards solutions and solves complex business challenges
• High autonomy in setting strategy and policies

Location

Toronto, ON

Compensation

This position offers a competitive executive compensation package. The base salary will be determined based on factors such as qualifications, knowledge, skills, and experience, internal pay equity, relevant market data, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may participate in annual incentive programs, including bonuses, commissions, or other incentive compensation as applicable. Element also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings plans.

Benefits

• A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision‑making, and accountability
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness (for qualified roles)
• Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time‑off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays) (for qualified roles)

Equal Opportunity Employment

Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military obligations or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws. Disability‑related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to talentacquisition@elementcorp.com or call (800) 665-9744.

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