Careers

Small teams, big opportunities

When you work for OPB, you are part of an inclusive organization with a reputation as an international industry leader for service excellence.

Our employees thrive in a culture based on respect, integrity and collaboration.

About OPB

A leader in the pension industry

Ontario Pension Board (OPB) is the administrator of the Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP), a major defined benefit pension plan sponsored by the Government of Ontario.

With $31.7 billion in assets and over 99,200 active, former, and retired members, the PSPP is one of the largest and oldest pension plans in Canada.

Purpose

Our commitment is to be there. There for life.

Reassuring things happen when we look after each other and work together in common cause. Over the course of their working lives, our public-servant clients support strong and sustainable communities across Ontario.

Advise

We assist clients to effectively plan for a retirement with security and dignity

Protect

We ensure that our clients’ pensions are protected along the way through strategic and prudent fiscal oversight

Understand

We understand the importance of helping others build toward a strong and sustainable future

Support

Our team of diverse professionals supports every stage of our clients’ careers

Culture

People are at the heart of OPB

Close-knit and dedicated

As a team of skilled professionals, we do important work that has a meaningful impact on our plan members’ lives.

Close-knit and dedicated

Collaborative environment

Together, we thrive in an inclusive culture and believe in the power of collaboration. Our diverse professionals work in cross-functional teams to deliver our pension promise.

Collaboration is power

Professional growth

Through internal training opportunities, partnerships with external organizations, and access to LinkedIn Learning, we promote and support the continuous development of our employees.

Personal and professional growth

Work-life balance

As a high-performing organization, we value employee well-being as key to our success. Our hybrid work environment provides the opportunity for the majority of our positions to balance a blend of working in the office and at home.

Work-life balance

“From the interview process to my first days at OPB, my manager discussed potential growth with OPB and the importance of balancing a great work culture with driving performance excellence!”

Clemence Emmanuel
Senior Actuarial Advisor

“The work culture at OPB is very supportive. The nature of the job and the service we provide takes training and patience, and one of the things I really like about OPB is the willingness to coach you.”

Delphy Biswas
Team Lead, Client Services

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI)

A workplace where you belong

Our commitment to advancing DEI helps us to best serve our stakeholders while protecting the future of the PSPP and empowering our employees.

We keep DEI at the forefront

By striving to continually develop a work environment where diversity, equity and inclusion are at the forefront, we are better equipped to advise our stakeholders, protect the future of the PSPP, and empower our employee community.

An inclusive culture is our vision

We aim to foster a culture of equity, inclusiveness and psychological safety, where employees, clients and stakeholders feel valued and respected, and are encouraged to be their best selves. At OPB, diversity promotes innovation, productivity and growth.

Values

Our work is guided by our values

Together with our Purpose, our Values guide us on how we go about delivering on our Mission and advancing toward our Vision. They serve as an individual commitment in how we work with each other and also define who we are as an organization to our clients and stakeholders. Learn more about our values.

Client & stakeholder commitment

We are committed to delivering exceptional client and stakeholder experiences.

Diversity, equity and inclusion

We value our differences, creating safe spaces for all as we work in collaboration, leveraging everyone’s unique talents and life experiences, and interacting with respect, empathy, and compassion.

Innovation & continuous learning

We are a high-performing organization with a can-do attitude which pursues continuous improvement, learning, growth, and achievement.

Trust & transparency

We act with integrity, communicating with honesty and transparency to have meaningful interactions and foster trust.

Accountability

We each take accountability. Together, we protect the pension promise through advocacy and the effective and efficient delivery of services that support and protect the financial well-being of our clients.

Total compensation

Packaged for your well-being

We are pleased to offer our employees a comprehensive total compensation package.

Competitive salary rates

Membership in a defined benefit pension plan

Generous group benefits including extended paramedical and mental health service coverage

Comprehensive paid time off, including vacation days, observed statutory holidays and a variety of leave provisions

“I really enjoy the variety of scenarios and different challenges in my work to support clients. I also appreciate the people and culture at OPB – everyone is approachable and works together as a team.”

Chris Feeheley
Chris Feeheley
Pension Analyst

Hiring process

Process overview

Our HR team, in partnership with leaders, is pleased to support and engage with candidates through every stage of our hiring process.

This overview below provides candidates an idea of what to expect throughout the OPB recruitment experience.

  1. Application

    Upon reviewing OPB job postings, interested applicants are encouraged to apply through our online recruitment portal. As part of our commitment to DEI, we have implemented anonymized screening for our applications.

  2. Preliminary interview

    Selected candidates will be invited to participate in a short telephone/virtual interview.

  3. Practical assignment or test (role-dependent)

    If applicable, candidates will be invited to participate in a technical practical assignment or test related to the position competencies.

  4. Interview(s)

    Candidates will be invited to meet with the hiring panel as an opportunity to learn more about the role and OPB while demonstrating their skills, knowledge, and experience required for the role. As part of our Hybrid Work Model, interviews may be conducted in-person or virtually.

  5. Final stages and offer

    The preferred candidate is invited to the reference stage. Upon successful references, an offer of employment is presented contingent upon acceptable completion of background checks.

  6. Onboarding

    OPB is pleased to be able to support new hires through a comprehensive and engaging onboarding experience. To support individual success, we offer a variety of interactive learning activities such as meet and greets, self-study modules, pension fundamentals, and job shadowing.

“I value the opportunities for professional growth and the focus on continuous improvement. As a smaller organization, it’s clear how we each support OPB’s success.”

Kurosh Hormozian
Kurosh Hormozian
Executive Director, Enterprise Architecture & Solution Delivery

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