Job Description

About Us

Join the Plannera Team: A Career with Purpose. A Future with Possibilities.

Join our team of passionate pension and benefits professionals dedicated to helping members build a secure financial future! Plannera Pensions & Benefits (Plannera), formerly known as the Public Employees' Benefits Agency, is on the lookout for talented individuals to become part of our dynamic team of 155 employees. Headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, Plannera oversees $17 billion in assets across 11 pension plans and 16 benefits programs in the province. As a not-for-profit corporation, we take pride in administering two of Canada's top 100 pension plans--the Public Employees Pension Plan (PEPP), the country's largest defined contribution plan, and the Municipal Employees' Pension Plan (MEPP). We serve over 900 employers and more than 112,000 plan members, everyone from small-town firefighters to crown corporation executives.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Strategy and Innovation, you will be responsible to:

Support the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive and integrated planning and accountability framework across the organization and pension and benefits boards; Lead the execution of strategic and annual planning processes, including the collection of planning inputs and facilitating the prioritization of short- and long-term goals and initiatives; Manage performance reporting and accountability activities, including internal and external reports and facilitation of performance to plan reporting; Facilitate collaboration across the organization to support strategic and operational priorities, including planning, business development, and process improvement; Proactively develop and refine planning and accountability processes to enable data-driven decision-making, enhance collaboration, and support strategic objectives; Lead and participate in strategic and operational projects, working groups and committees; and Communicate, both verbally and in writing, to a wide variety of clients and stakeholders in a manner appropriate for each group.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is proactive with a strong strategic mindset, excellent communication and relationship management skills, who thrives in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Key attributes include:

3-5 years of experience in strategic planning, business strategy, or corporate performance, with demonstrated ability to apply strategic planning and accountability in a practical, integrated way. Knowledge of project management, change management, continuous improvement and research methods, principles and processes; Experience using creative problem solving to address complex challenges through research, analysis and innovation; Advanced communication and interpersonal skills including negotiation, facilitation and consensus building with senior managers, boards of directors, or similar governing bodies; Strong written and verbal communication skills to advise, inform, and influence a variety of stakeholders; Advanced skills using digital tools (e.g., Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Canva) to develop clear, visually engaging and professional communications; and Ability to plan and organize multiple tasks and projects to meet strict and/or changing deadlines.

Typically, the knowledge and experience required to achieve the above is obtained through a combination of:

Completion of post-secondary education in public/business administration, social sciences, economics, or commerce; and A combination of other education and experience in strategic planning, business strategy, or corporate performance management.

Assets:

Knowledge of Canadian best practices in pension and benefits administration; Project or change management certification; Experience with business development, risk management and governance processes; and/or Relevant courses or education in the pension industry.

Please briefly indicate in your cover letter the reasons you are interested in, and qualified for, this position.

Why Choose Plannera?

Industry Leader:

Plannera is recognized as a leader in pension and benefit administration, providing personalized service and consistently achieving high member satisfaction scores.

Global Partnerships:

Our investment fund managers collaborate with some of the world's leading fund managers, providing strong and diversified pension plan funds.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We believe in the strength of diversity and inclusion. Join a team that values and celebrates the unique perspectives each member brings.

Making a Difference:

As a Plannera employee, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the success of our organization and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our members.

What We Offer

A competitive salary that reflects your expertise Comprehensive benefits package including a pension to secure your financial future Career development, advancement and learning opportunities Flexible work arrangements Vacation, earned days off (EDO) and other types of leave to support your well being * Ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey with Plannera? Showcase your expertise and dedication to financial security by applying today. Let's build financial futures together!

Posting Closes: December 4, 2025