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 billion in assets and over 96,200 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.
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.
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.
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.
“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!”
“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.”
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.”
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.
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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.
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Preliminary interview
Selected candidates will be invited to participate in a short telephone/virtual interview.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.”
FAQs
Questions that we have received from previous candidates:
OPB is located at 200 King Street West in Toronto’s downtown Financial District. Our offices are situated above St. Andrew Subway Station (TTC), and are a short walk to the GO Transit, VIA Rail and Union Pearson Express (UP) train hub at Union Station. OPB’s offices are located on three floors with an internal stairway connecting all floors, along with elevator services. Our office accommodations are accessible and also include all-gender washrooms on the 21st floor.
There is no set timeframe for recruitments, though we seek to complete them as expeditiously as possible. Timing depends on a variety of factors, such as the number of positions under recruitment at any given time, the number of applicants, etc. Applicants who are selected to participate in the interview process will be contacted by Human Resources and invited to participate in an initial telephone/virtual interview. At each step of the recruitment process, the HR team will remain in regular contact with candidates to provide updates on next stages as well as approximate timelines.
OPB’s Hybrid Work Program, which is applicable to the majority of positions within OPB, is designed to support purposeful work, connection and collaboration, whether work is completed on site in the office or from home. Our current program requires employees to work on site in the office a minimum of three days per week, with flexibility depending on job and team responsibilities and operational needs.
Many of OPB’s positions are represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Other roles, including management roles and certain individual contributor roles, are not represented by OPSEU.
At OPB, we believe that a collaborative, supportive, and respectful environment is essential to our success. Our people-centric approach is based on our corporate values, and our purpose-driven work occurs in a caring and collegial environment in which we seek to leverage everyone’s unique ideas, perspectives, and experiences. As public servants, we support our clients through a common goal: to effectively plan for a retirement in which they can thrive. We fulfill our Advise & Protect mission with professionalism and respectful interactions, with opportunities for learning and development along the way.