Job Description

Our people and culture are at the heart of Admiral\xe2\x80\x99s values. About Admiral Canada One of the UK\xe2\x80\x99s most recognizable insurance and financial service providers, Admiral offers insurance, loans, and various other products to over 9.1 million international customers. In 2007, Admiral launched its Canadian office in Halifax with a small group of 20 staff. Today, we employ 500 people throughout Nova Scotia who support our UK customers with home and motor insurance policies. We\xe2\x80\x99ve been recognized as one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Great Places to Work every year since 2010 and named one of Nova Scotia\xe2\x80\x99s and Atlantic Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers annually since 2015. In 2022, the Great Place to Work\xc2\xae Institute ranked Admiral as the 4th Best Workplace in Canada. We pride ourselves in being an Employer of Choice and truly feel that \xe2\x80\x98people who like what they do, do it better!\xe2\x80\x99 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Business Partner to join Admiral Canada\xe2\x80\x99s People team. About the Job You will join a busy team supporting a diverse range of HR activities. Reporting to Admiral Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Head of People, this role is the point of people expertise for their business area. You will work with the management team to deliver creative, solution-focused, and innovative working methods allowing the business to achieve its strategic goals sustainably and consistently. The Business Partner is central in delivering people-led initiatives, working alongside centres of excellence (Learning & Development, Reward, Recruitment, DE&I, Well-being) and operational support teams to drive business change and help the organization meet its objectives. Working closely with partners in the business, the People team is not only a conduit for delivering the people strategy into the business but an active participant in influencing and shaping its delivery. Coaching managers in operational implementation and colleague welfare, the People team\xe2\x80\x99s focus is centred on enabling business strategy by delivering great people approach to business challenges. We are looking for someone with previous HR experience at an operational level, working with all levels of the business. Role Responsibilities

• Supporting, coaching, and advising Operational Managers on people management processes such as absence and performance management, colleague welfare, etc.
• Analyzing data to provide recommendations to enhance business performance.
• Using early intervention mediation techniques to prevent or minimize employee relations issues escalating.
• Managing appeals and grievances to completion, providing feedback and recommendations to all relevant parties to improve future employee relations.
• Wellbeing support, guidance, and coaching.
• Assisting with onboarding new colleagues.
• This is not a full definition of the role but covers the main aspects and drivers for success.

Essential Experience/Skills Required

• Minimum 2-3 years of professional HR experience, generalist experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of employment law and current HR best practice.
• Proven ability to develop and effectively manage relationships.
• Ability to interpret data within a business context and use HR knowledge to propose solutions to people\xe2\x80\x99s challenges.
• HR data analytics experience is an asset.
• Demonstrated agility and ability to pivot in a fast-paced environment.
• Resilient with an ability to effectively manage and prioritize workload.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (SharePoint preferred) and HRIS.
• HR accreditation (CPHR) an advantage but not essential.

Salary, Benefits and Work-Life Balance We do not have a set salary for this position, as it will depend on the successful candidate\xe2\x80\x99s experience. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who meet the requirements and will gladly discuss the remuneration package. At Admiral, we are proud to be a diverse business that puts our people and customers first. We have great benefits to ensure employees have an outstanding work-life balance; it\'s one of the reasons we\xe2\x80\x99re consistently ranked nationally as one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s (and the world\xe2\x80\x99s) best workplaces. To that end, you will have an element of scheduling autonomy to strike an appropriate balance between personal flexibility and business needs. All colleagues will receive 34 days of paid time off (including Statutory holidays) annually when you join us. Paid time off will increase with the length of service, up to a maximum of 39 days (including statutory holidays). You can view some of our other key benefits here: https://joinadmiral.ca/employee-benefits/ Our Commitment to You As an equal opportunity employer, Admiral is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace free from discrimination based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, age, family status or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment on that basis. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Halifax, NS B3L 0B7