About this role
*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