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