Comprehensive Benefits Package
IMS provides a highly competitive employee benefits package. Employees and their dependants benefit from dental, eye care, prescription drugs, disability, physiotherapy, massage therapy, alternative therapies, health club and smoking cessation subsidies and an employee assistance plan to help them find the right balance between work and home life.
Additional financial benefits include a discounted share purchase plan, annual performance bonuses, a company-contributed retirement savings plan, a group RRSP and referral bonuses for helping us attract top talent.
Competitive Compensation
Along with a competitive compensation package, IMS has an established bonus incentive program. All employees are eligible for the incentive opportunity which links an employee's annual award to company performance and personal performance. The incentive is calculated as a percentage of the employee's salary.
Employee Satisfaction is #1
Keeping employees informed and getting their feedback is a key factor to the success of IMS. Employees are kept informed of company developments through a corporate intranet site and regular meetings with senior management. IMS holds several employee surveys each year and hosts regular focus group sessions to gather additional feedback on important issues.
Reward and Recognition
IMS operates a unique four-step rewards program that allows employees to nominate co-workers for excellent work with cash awards and gift certificates. Managers regularly acknowledge team and individual performance with dinners and paid time-off. In addition, employees can be nominated for a Summit Award, an honor reserved for the best of the best of IMS employees around the globe.
IMS also awards employee dedication with service awards for employees, part-time or full-time, who have completed 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years of continuous service with the company.
Performance Management
IMS operates a comprehensive performance management program that includes quarterly reviews with managers. The review process helps establish clear guidelines for performance and future development. Employees also have the opportunity to provide feedback on their managers during the process.
Career Growth
Leadership Development Program - IMS excels at leadership and skills development. All employees take part in a leadership development program offered through a special partnership with McGill University. The company also provides a series of in-house training programs, career planning services and a career development library.
Tuition Reimbursement - IMS demonstrates its commitment to helping each employee reach his/her potential by supporting a tuition reimbursement program for employees taking courses in accredited colleges or universities. Employees can also take advantage of flex-hours to accommodate their course load.
