Advisor, People & Culture

We put our people first. As an employer of choice, Acera Insurance, formerly Megson FitzPatrick 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 550 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 1,000 professionals across Canada and change the way people feel about insurance.

ADVISOR, PEOPLE & CULTURE

The Advisor, People & Culture will be the main point of contact for assigned locations. 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.

JOB DETAILS

Status: Full-Time

Location: Victoria, BC

Work Arrangement:  In office

Compensation: Acera’s total compensation offerings are based on pay for performance that recognizes exceptional individual and company performance.  The typical hiring range for this position is from $50,000 - $70,000 CAD annually; the pay offering is based on location and will vary depending on related education, People & Culture experience, proven knowledge, skills, and internal equity. 

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

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, CHRP 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 one of the largest independent, employee-controlled brokerages in Canada. With over 60 locations across Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and the Yukon, and $1 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.