Manager, People & Performance

...; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Surrey, BC, is seeking a Manager, People & Performance for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This hybrid role focuses on being a strategic HR leader, acting as a primary HR business partner, and fostering an engaging employee experience. Candidates should possess a minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience including leadership, a CPHR designation, and excellent communication skills. The expected salary range is $89,600 to $112,000 based on qualifications.

Benefits

Open and welcoming workplace

Opportunities for growth

Autonomy in success

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to coach and influence leaders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR Business Partner for assigned client groups.
• Coach and advise leaders on performance and engagement.
• Collaborate with People Relations on complex employee matters.

Skills

Progressive HR experience

Coaching and influencing leaders

Data-driven mindset

Excellent communication skills

Project management

Change leadership skills

Education

CPHR designation

Degree or diploma in Human Resources Management

Job description

Surrey (Head Office), BC, 9850 King George Blvd #1500, Surrey, BC Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Are you searching for new possibilities? Westland Insurance Group has an exciting, fixed‑term contract opportunity for a Manager, People & Performance. This is a hybrid role based in our Surrey, BC head office.

We’re looking for a people‑focused, strategic HR leader to join our team as Manager, People & Performance on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. In this role, you’ll act as the primary HR business partner to your assigned client groups – coaching leaders, shaping people strategies, and championing a modern, inclusive, and engaging employee experience as Westland continues to evolve.

Expected Compensation: The expected hiring range for this role is $89,600 to $112,000 based on a 35‑hour work week. Your rate of pay will be determined based on your individual qualifications and experience, while considering internal equity.

You’ll play a key role in translating business objectives into impactful people solutions, partnering closely with leaders and HR Centers of Excellence to drive performance, growth, and organizational effectiveness. You’ll also lead and develop your direct report(s), supporting their growth while strengthening the overall capability of the People & Performance function.

Discover what’s possible, with Westland.

The Westland story is all about growth – and that means plenty of possibility for everyone on our team. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to open new doors, we’re inviting amazing people like you to join us.

Do you thrive on building inclusive, high‑performing teams? Are you passionate about coaching leaders, developing talent strategies, and driving a proactive, business‑aligned HR approach? If so, you’ll feel right at home on our collaborative People & Performance team, where people are at the heart of everything we do.

Why you'll love Westland

• An open, flexible, and welcoming workplace
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn
• Autonomy to drive your own success
• Be part of an inclusive culture alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with diverse backgrounds
• A total rewards program that supports your financial, physical, and mental well‑being

Why we’ll love you

• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 1 year in a leadership role
• CPHR designation and a degree or diploma in Human Resources Management (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices
• Proven ability to coach and influence leaders at all levels, with strong employee relations (performance management, conflict resolution, and terminations) and workforce planning expertise
• Data‑driven mindset with the ability to analyze trends, identify opportunities, and make thoughtful recommendations
• Excellent communication skills with a natural ability to build trust and credibility
• Project management and change leadership skills to successfully implement and sustain new initiatives
• Genuine commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, paired with curiosity, resilience, and a passion for continuous learning

Once here, you’ll

• Serve as the primary HR Business Partner for assigned client groups, translating business goals into effective people strategies
• Coach and advise leaders on performance, engagement, organizational design, workforce planning, and change management
• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence (L&D, Compensation & Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, DEI) to deliver integrated people programs
• Collaborate with People Relations on complex employee matters, investigations, and performance challenges
• Support onboarding and first‑year integration of newly acquired businesses
• Use HR analytics and scorecards to identify trends and drive data‑informed decisionsLead, coach, and develop direct report(s), continuously elevating HR from reactive to proactive

Want to get to know each other better? Send your resume our way.

You belong here. We strive to be much more than a great place to work. Here, you join a collective of incredibly vibrant, purpose‑driven, and open‑minded people. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. You will be supported and respected for who you are and for the voice you add to the conversation. Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equity and diversity, and create safe, welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves. Westland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability‑related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability‑related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [e-mail].