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Director Total Rewards
full-time•Etobicoke•CA$140k - CA$165k
About this role
A NEW BREED OF ENTERTAINMENT
With almost 150 years of proud horseracing history, Woodbine Entertainment Group is the founding pioneer and largest operator of professional horseracing in Canada.
Building on our rich past, we are surging ahead to the future with an energized, new vision. Today we deliver the most thrilling and highest quality racing, dining and entertainment experiences to our visitors. In doing so, we remain a world-leader in horse-racing — and also among the most exciting and diverse entertainment facilities on the globe.
Job Summary:
We’re looking for a strategic Director, Rewards to lead the design, governance, and delivery of a holistic Total Rewards portfolio—compensation (base and variable), benefits, pension/retirement, wellness, recognition, and performance—while ensuring our people technology (e.g., Workday) effectively enables these programs. You’ll translate business needs into scalable programs and systems, elevate analytics for decision‑making, and partner with leaders across HR, Finance, IT, Legal, and the business to deliver a compelling and equitable employee experience.
What You’ll Do:
• Rewards strategy & governance: Design and evolve compensation structures, incentive plans, benefits and pension programs, wellness and recognition; conduct benchmarking; build business cases.
• Annual cycles & program delivery: Lead merit, bonus, and benefits enrollment cycles.
• People technology enablement: Guide Workday roadmap, configuration, testing, deployment, integrations, and enhancements.
• Data, reporting & insights: Deliver dashboards and analytics to drive planning, pay decisions, and effectiveness insights.
• Leadership & collaboration: Lead Rewards and People Technology teams; manage vendors; partner across HR, Finance, IT, Legal.
• Compliance & risk: Ensure regulations, privacy/security, policy stewardship, and audit readiness.
About You:
• 7–10+ years leadership in Total Rewards with HR technology exposure.
• Deep knowledge of compensation, benefits, pensions, performance, analytics.
• Experience with Workday or similar HRIS.
• Strong communication, financial modeling, vendor management, and executive influence.
Reason for vacancy: Replacement
Salary range: $140,000 - $165,000
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Be Yourself.
We believe differences should be valued and celebrated. By building diverse and inclusive teams, we strive to provide a more authentic and empowering work experience that unlocks the potential of our people. Regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, we believe everyone has the right to express their ideas, ambitions, and pursue their goals with confidence and integrity. Diversity breeds innovation. We want people to think differently. Our commitment is to build a culture that welcomes everyone and leverages their unique perspectives to be a great entertainment company that shares the thrill of horseracing experiences with the world.
What you'll do
- Lead the design, governance, and delivery of a holistic Total Rewards portfolio, including compensation, benefits, and wellness programs. Partner with leaders across various departments to ensure effective program delivery and compliance.
About Woodbine Entertainment
Guided by our Values and Beliefs, Woodbine Entertainment commits to providing an authentic and empowering work experience!
As a world-class racing industry leader, we need passionate and exceptional people to join us as we create a sustainable future for horse racing while transforming our sites into premier gaming, recreation, work / life and entertainment facilities.
Working together as part of a united team, our people play a vital role in creating an exciting future for our company and the sport of horse racing in Ontario. Please reach out if you're ready to embrace change and be part of a new breed of experience while working for one of Canada’s certified Great Places to Work!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Woodbine Entertainment pay for a Director Total Rewards?
Woodbine Entertainment offers a competitive compensation package for the Director Total Rewards role. The salary range is CAD 140k - 165k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Director Total Rewards do at Woodbine Entertainment?
As a Director Total Rewards at Woodbine Entertainment, you will: lead the design, governance, and delivery of a holistic Total Rewards portfolio, including compensation, benefits, and wellness programs. Partner with leaders across various departments to ensure effective program delivery and compliance..
Is the Director Total Rewards position at Woodbine Entertainment remote?
The Director Total Rewards position at Woodbine Entertainment is based in Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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