Overview
Are you an experienced Human Resource Generalist looking for your next opportunity to advance your career? Do you thrive on variety? Are you a natural coach, strategic planner, and problem solver? Armour Insurance Group is a growing, privately-owned Alberta Insurance Brokerage with three offices in Alberta. We are eager to find a Human Resources Manager who connects easily with people and has a detail-oriented mindset for handling the dynamic nature of today’s workforce.
HR Manager Essential Functions
- Full Cycle Recruitment: Job postings, screening applications, interviewing in conjunction with the Hiring Manager, reference checks, counseling managers on candidate selection, offers/negotiations, onboarding paperwork/setup and orientation.
- Performance Management: Ensure quarterly performance reviews are conducted and provide leadership coaching on managing performance concerns.
- Culture and Employee Relations: Organize fun staff events, recognize milestones such as birthdays & anniversaries, kudos draws, culture cup, lead the employee experience committee, and more.
- Policy Development: Maintains management guidelines by preparing, updating, and recommending human resource policies and procedures.
- Benefits Administration: Manage and administer Armour’s employee benefit and compensation programs.
- Compensation: Conduct regular external compensation reviews to ensure Armour is competitive; make recommendations for adjustments.
- Payroll/Attendance: Manage company attendance and submit bi-monthly payroll.
- Training & Development: Provide guidance, support, and resources to staff for career development education.
- Lead the administration team: Facilitate weekly meetings; ensure all locations have the necessary supplies and processes/procedures are being followed.
- Health & Safety: Lead the health and safety initiatives in the organization.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Be a fit with our Core Values: Humble, Effective, Adaptable, Respectful & Transparent
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- An ambassador of the Armour Insurance brand.
- Demonstrates professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions.
- Post-Secondary Education in Human Resources
- CPHR Designation, or working towards, is preferred
- Minimum five years’ experience in a human resources management role as an effective leader
- Comprehensive knowledge of applicable human resources legislation as well as policies, procedures, and practices for Canada
- Experience in recruitment and performance management is required
- Previous experience in payroll and benefit administration is preferred
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and process
- Experience in Insurance would be an asset
- Ability to travel with a Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle are required
- You are fairly tech savvy and have experience and are proficient in MS Office suite
Benefits of a Career at Armour Include:
- Great culture where you love your job
- A transparent workplace - you know the goals, where we stand, and how you contribute
- Employer's RRSP contribution matching plan and a comprehensive benefits program
- Generous personal and annual vacation days
- Employer support of educational and fitness goals
- A workplace where your ideas and thoughts are valued
- A beautiful modern workplace
- Healthy workplace: fitness subscription reimbursements, monthly fitness challenge, and more…
How to Apply:
If you would like to join the Armour team, please send your resume and cover letter.
In your cover letter, please answer the following questions:
- Why are you interested in joining this team?
- What about your current and past work experience make you a great fit for this role?
- How many employees did you oversee as an HR Manager in your previous role?
- Have you been involved with payroll in your previous positions?
- Do you have experience writing company policies and handbooks?
- What are your salary expectations?
- If successful, how soon would you be available to start?
