We put our people first. As an employer of choice, Acera Insurance, offers an outstanding workplace and employee culture that creates valuable opportunities for all employees.
Our people are:
Encouraged to challenge the status quo and never stop learning in their commitment to excellence.
Empowered with a sense of accountability and autonomy to take ownership of their work.
Treated with respect and act with integrity by putting clients, colleagues, and community first.
Recognized for their achievements and celebrate festivities, big and small, to make work fun.
We also proudly offer most employees the opportunity to become owners. With over 650 employee owners, Acera Insurance is the only Canadian brokerage that is widely owned by its employees. Our employee owners have a vested interest and get to share in Acera Insurance’s success — which they make possible.
Join our award-winning network of over 1,200 professionals across Canada and change the way people feel about insurance.
ADVISOR, PEOPLE & CULTURE
The Advisor, People & Culture will be the primary People & Culture (Human Resources) point of contact for assigned regions. The Advisor engages with their internal client groups to provide expertise, support, and strategic guidance in all People & Culture related matters, including but not limited to supporting full cycle recruitment (in collaboration with our recruiting team), providing recommendations for hiring, supporting employee engagement initiatives, working with our leaders in effectively handling employee relations discussions and conflict management all in a manner that drives Acera’s initiatives and goals.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Build strong business relationships with internal clients and act as the point of contact for employees and leaders at assigned locations
Full execution of the recruitment process (including job posting, phone interviewing, behavioural based interviewing, regular communication with candidates and leaders, conducting and presenting job offers, etc.)
Network through industry contacts, association memberships and employees
Work with leaders to identify strategic and effective workforce strategies and employee engagement initiatives
Remain up to date on federal and provincial laws and applicable regulations related to the management of employees, reducing legal risk, and ensuring regulatory compliance
Actively engage/participate in company initiatives and be a champion for Acera Culture
Investigate, resolve, and document all employee relations matters
Other People & Culture duties and projects as assigned
LOCATION AND STATUS
Full-Time, Permanent
Calgary, AB (in office preferred)
QUALIFICATIONS
3+ years of recruiting experience
3-5 years of Human Resource Generalist experience
Post-secondary degree in human resources or a related discipline
Possession of, or working towards, CPHR designation is an asset
Proven behavioral descriptive interviewing skills, staffing, and recruiting abilities
Exceptional interpersonal skills, ability to work with all levels of the organization and maintain strict confidentiality
Ability to deliver effective results, meet deadlines and targets
Demonstrates initiative and self-management
Good judgment and decision-making skills
Insurance industry or insurance brokerage experience is an asset
VALUES & COMPETENCIES
High degree of professionalism and integrity
A strong professional image, ethical standards, objectivity, and confidence
Positive attitude and the ability to have fun!
Great communication skills
Confident user of the Microsoft Office Suite of products
Flexible and adaptable with proven problem-solving skills
Works well within a team and independently
Acera Insurance is the largest independent, employee-controlled brokerage in Canada. With over 60 locations across British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and the Yukon, and $1.3 billion in gross written premium, our team provides individuals, families and businesses unbiased insurance and risk management solutions that have a distinct Canadian perspective. Our collaborative work structure combines our people’s strength and expertise to offer greater value, knowledge, and resources to our personal and commercial clients nationwide, including comprehensive group benefits.
Acera Insurance is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to all forms of diversity in the workplace. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
