Advisor to Management & HR Committee

Publicly-traded Canadian retailer undergoing rapid domestic and global expansion, necessitating an agile compensation framework and rewards strategy.

Consumer

Industry

$6B

Market Capitalization

8K+

Employees

KEY CHALLENGES

Global Talent Needs

Expanding internationally requires competitive compensation strategies that account for local practices and cultural differences.

Balanced Approach

Utilize unique and tailored pay strategies while balancing market competitiveness and governance best practices.

Inconsistent Rewards Programs

Rapid growth has led to inconsistent rewards programs, requiring careful review to ensure fairness across the organization, enhance engagement and retention, and alignment with business goals.

APPROACH

Collaborated with both management and the HR Committee in developing and executing a compensation and governance strategy.

Assessed compensation structures against industry peers and high-growth companies, identifying gaps and opportunities.

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Developed an LTI roadmap to transition to a structured, performance-based framework.

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Provided ongoing insights on market trends to ensure transparency, compliance, and alignment with best practice and disclosure requirements.

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OUTCOME

Established an agile, market-leading compensation framework that evolves with the company’s growth. Enhanced alignment between compensation programs, shareholder expectations, and long-term performance objectives.

KEY OFFERINGS

Pay Philosophy & Strategy, Market Compensation Benchmarking, Performance & Incentives