human resources generalist

Human Resources Generalist ? Surrey, BC AMC Insurance Service is seeking an experienced, hands-on Human Resources Generalist to support our growing, multi-location team. This role oversees core HR functions, employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compliance, leaves, benefits, and payroll. Role Details * Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent * Work Arrangement: On-site (Surrey Head Office: Unit 120, 12888 80th Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 3A8) + travel across branch offices * Compensation: CA$65,000?$75,000 per year * Preferred Industry: Insurance, financial services, brokerage, or regulated industry Key Responsibilities * HR Support & Employee Relations: Provide day-to-day guidance on policies, attendance, performance, and leaves; document and manage employee relations issues professionally. * Recruitment & Onboarding: Manage full-cycle recruitment (postings, screening, interviewing, offers, background checks) and coordinate new hire orientation. * Payroll & Benefits: Process HR-related payroll changes, manage employee benefits administration, track vacation/leaves, and collaborate with payroll providers. * Compliance & Policies: Maintain employee records, policy manuals, handbooks, and ensure adherence to BC Employment Standards, WorkSafeBC, privacy, and health & safety laws. * Performance & Development: Support performance review cycles, PIPs, manager coaching, training tracking, and licensing compliance. * Reporting & Engagement: Prepare workforce metrics (headcount, turnover, time-to-hire) and drive culture, recognition, and retention initiatives across locations. Requirements * Minimum 2 years of Canadian HR experience in an HR Generalist, Specialist, or similar role. * Must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (PR). * Valid Driver?s Licence and personal vehicle for required travel between branch offices. * Hands-on payroll knowledge and experience with HRIS/payroll platforms. * Bachelor?s degree or higher education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. * Strong working knowledge of BC employment legislation and HR compliance. * Excellent written/verbal communication, organizational skills, discretion, and confidentiality. Assets * Previous experience in an insurance brokerage or financial services environment. * CPHR designation or candidacy. Benefits & Job Details * Benefits: Dental, Extended Health, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Schedule, On-site Parking * Work Location: In-person (Surrey, BC + local travel) How to Apply Submit your resume and cover letter on our careers page: https://amcinsurance.ca/careers/ Pay: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year Benefits: * Dental care * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Flexible schedule * On-site parking * Vision care Application question(s): * Must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (PR) Experience: * Canadian HR: 2 years (required) * ADP/Payroll knowledge : 2 years (required) Licence/Certification: * Driver?s Licence and personal vehicle (required) Work Location: In person