HR Operations Specialist

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For over 50 years AmeriLife has been a leader in the development marketing and distribution of annuity life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.

Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Job Summary

AmeriLife is currently seeking an HR Specialist to join our HR Operations team. This role reports to the HR Operations Manager with a dotted-line partnership with the HR Business Partner team.

This role supports HR programs employee lifecycle activities and day-to-day employee and manager needs while partnering closely with HR Business Partners and other internal teams. The HR Specialist will also support HR activities related to mergers and acquisitions including due diligence employee onboarding and integration.

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support employee lifecycle processes including onboarding job changes employee data management and offboarding.
• Process and maintain accurate timely and compliant HR transactions in Workday and related systems.
• Serve as a resource for employees and managers regarding HR policies programs systems and processes.
• Provide guidance on employee and manager self-service tools and escalate complex matters when appropriate.
• Support M&A HR due diligence including collecting organizing and reviewing employee benefits compliance and workforce information.
• Assist with acquisition onboarding and integration activities including employee communications data collection system readiness and transition support.
• Partner with HR Business Partners on organizational changes employee programs change management and other workforce initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve simplify or automate HR processes.
• Maintain HR procedures job aids and process documentation.
• Support compliance audit readiness and HR-related reporting.
• Collaborate with HR Payroll Legal Compliance and IT on cross-functional projects and employee needs.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS payroll and other HR software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Industrial Psychology or related field required.
• At least two years of experience in related areas such as an HR generalist including benefit administration compensation recruitment and/or compliance preferred.

What AmeriLife Offers

A comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO medical dental vision retirement savings disability insurance and life insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion creed sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin ancestry disability genetic information marital status veteran or military status or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive equitable and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

We are committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable state and local disability laws. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Requests for accommodation will be handled confidentially. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process please contact us at .

Pay Transparency Statement

We are committed to pay transparency and equity in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Compensation for this role will be determined based on skills qualifications experience and market factors. Where required by law the pay range for this position will be disclosed in the job posting or provided upon request. Additional compensation information such as benefits bonuses and commissions will be provided as required by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against employees or applicants for inquiring about discussing or disclosing their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant as protected under applicable law. Pay ranges are available upon request.

Background Screening Statement

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening which may include employment verification education verification criminal history check and other job-related inquiries as permitted by law. All screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws and information collected will be kept confidential. If any adverse decision is made based on the results applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to respond.

Required Experience:

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