Human Resources - Human Resources Generalist

at  Trisura Guarantee Insurance Company

At Trisura, we expect more because we believe it can be done better.
We are a young, growth oriented team with a commitment to exceptional talent and have been named one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers since 2017. Our growth and our entrepreneurial style, niche market position and development opportunities ensure that our people see the results of their commitment reflected in the company’s success.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE:

• Identify opportunities to enhance the employee experience and partner with leaders to develop and implement solutions (i.e. career development, training, onboarding, etc.)
• Assist with general employee relations and provide support to people leaders in resolution of issues
• Support and lead HR projects and initiatives as required
• Support and develop HR communications as required
• Assist staff with their questions related to HR policies, programs, and procedures
• Provide support and coordination of employee performance reviews, promotions, and compensation reviews.
• Assist managers and team members with the interpretation and administration of established policies and procedures.
• Make recommendations for revisions to current policies and procedures as well as recommendations for new policies and procedures.
• Continue to promote the organization’s positive workplace culture of feedback, open communication, and firm values.
• Contribute, with a continuous improvement mindset, to the implementation of a best-in-class talent
• Working with IT for all onboarding and offboarding needs.
• As the super-user for Dayforce, ensure maintenance and process improvements through the accurate entry of electronic employee files, manage access permissions, perform data audits, and assist with researching and testing process changes. Maximize the utilization of the platform to streamline processes etc.
• Liaise with Payroll and IT on employee changes, new hires and terminations.
• Back up payroll and benefits as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in an HR generalist role, preferably within the commercial insurance industry
• Post-Secondary education required, a specialization in Human Resources Management a definite asset.
• Demonstrated strength utilizing Dayforce is required
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Extremely organized and detail orientated
• Able to proactively problem solve, exercise good judgment, and make decisions
• Proven ability to take initiative, manage competing initiatives, and meet deadlines without compromising quality of work
• Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive information
• Able to work effectively both independently as well as part of a team
• Certified Human Resources Professional designation (CHRP) is an asset
  If you are looking for a career in an exciting and rewarding company, are driven to excel, thrive in a team environment and want to contribute to the success of an organization that values your contribution, we would like to hear from you!
  We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace that reflects the diversity in each of our offices across Canada. Accommodations will be provided on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of our recruitment and selection process.
  We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  Trisura, headquartered in the heart of Canada’s financial district, is a specialty lines insurer with a focus on Surety, Specialty Insurance, Property & Casualty, and Warranty products.
  Trisura brings innovative solutions and expertise through a select network of both national and regional brokerage firms.
  The company, founded in 2006, and operating across North America with offices in Toronto, Halifax, Montréal, Calgary, Vancouver, Stamford. Denver, Chicago, Philadelphia and Oklahoma City, is uniquely positioned to satisfy all varieties of risk in Contract, Commercial and Developer Surety, Directors’ and Officers’ Liability, Fidelity, and Professional Liability including Media Liability, as well as Warranty products.
  trisura.com/career

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