Job Description

The Associate- Global Product Implementation & Execution assists in the oversight, management and coordination of the Investment Platform Management process including fund introductions, mergers, liquidations, share class additions/mergers across multiple investment platforms.

Responsibilities:

Assist in the mitigation of the operational, legal, and compliance risks associated with fund events by helping to ensure that all events are communicated, understood, and that ownership of each individual aspect is clear. Assist in the proper execution of all fund events. Fund events can encompass legal, compliance, tax, product, operations, and business unit considerations. Assist in the development of strategic plans to execute on all fund events while determining downstream impacts including: Overall impact on global Business Units. Merger logistics, involving consideration of global regulations requirements, and guidelines. Often requires input from outside legal counsel. Coordinate meetings with various parties including: Fund Administration, Legal, Compliance, Tax, internal Business Units, and external Asset Managers. Document action items and meeting minutes. Update internal tracking tools. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree required. Experience in product implementation preferred but not required. 3+ years' experience in the financial services industry. Strong Project Management skills Can effectively arbitrate and resolve conflicts between internal and/or external constituents Superior communication skills, including presentation and meeting facilitation skills.

Decision Authorities:

Identification of internal and external resources Prioritizing and reprioritizing project deliverables and deadlines Managing and coordinating internal resources with the goal of risk mitigation and project completion

When you join our team:

We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html .

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.


It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com .

Referenced Salary Location

Toronto, Ontario

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$71,925.00 CAD - $119,875.00 CAD
If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.


Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.