HR Operations Specialist

Amerilife Group, LLC; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement savings

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

AmeriLife is seeking an HR Specialist to join our HR Operations team in Florida. The role supports HR programs, employee lifecycle activities, data management, and day-to-day needs, while partnering with HR Business Partners and other internal teams.

Responsibilities include onboarding, acquisitions-related activities, and process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and at least two years of HR generalist experience, with strong communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
• At least two years of experience in HR generalist areas (benefits, compensation, recruitment, compliance) preferred.
• Strong communication and HR systems skills.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding, job changes, data management, and offboarding.
• Process HR transactions accurately in Workday and related systems.
• Advise employees and managers on HR policies and tools; escalate complex issues.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Excel/Office

HRIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

Workday

HRIS systems

Job description

Our Company Explore how you can contribute at AmeriLife. 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.

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

Bachelor’s 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

• PTO
• medical
• dental
• vision
• retirement savings
• disability insurance
• 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 [e-mail].

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.

About Us

Since 1971, AmeriLife has served the needs of its clients. Today, we are a national leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions, with more than 1,000 associates across the country. AmeriLife partners with leading carriers to support consumers’ financial-wellness goals.

Our Mission

AmeriLife offers insurance and retirement solutions to provide peace of mind and help people live longer, healthier lives.

Our Values

Honesty – We deal truthfully with all of our clients

Integrity – We always do what is right for our clients

Accountability – We put our clients’ needs first by taking take ownership of our actions

Excellence – We do more than our jobs by going the extra mile for our clients

Courage – We stand up for what is right