Job Description

Are you looking for a supportive, collaborative workplace with great teams and inspiring leaders? You\xe2\x80\x99ve come to the right place. We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for ambitious people who share our values and want to make every day better for people around the world. If this sounds like you, and the career below sounds exciting, we\xe2\x80\x99d like to hear from you.

Working Arrangement Hybrid



The opportunity

The Boston or Toronto based position is primarily accountable for MIM Public/Private Markets and GA Compliance Assessment and Testing Program, conducting ongoing, risk-based compliance assessment reviews and controls testing crafted with an emphasis on key regulatory focus areas and compliance themes, including, but not limited to, portfolio management activities, trading practices, accuracy of disclosures, code of ethics, distribution, governance, privacy, investment guideline monitoring, derivatives usage, surveillance and testing, policies and procedures development; SEC, OSFI, FCA and other regulatory filings, correspondence, electronic communications review, records maintenance, and preparing management reports/metrics. The position will play a key role in the development and refinement of automated trade forensics employing machine learning. Additionally, the position will assist with regulatory and internal audit examinations, investigative reviews and other miscellaneous compliance-related tasks.

Core Responsibilities:

Develop Harmonized Policies, Procedures and Testing Protocols to reinforce Global Standards:

• Collaborate with MIM Regional Offices to identify and remediate compliance exceptions and guideline breaches
• Review Bloomberg and Portia exception reports and investigate potential issues.
• Prepare and deliver Committee and Board materials and presentations.
• Perform forensic, periodic and transactional testing for investment activity, including derivatives.

Risk & Testing:

• Perform compliance assessments and targeted reviews that are designed to identify and assess regulatory, compliance and business risks to which the company is exposed, including those related to portfolio management, trading, personal trading, and supervisory structure and oversight
• Develop forensic test scripts for implementation within the local investment compliance monitoring teams
• Conduct periodic, transactional and forensic testing in support of the Investment Division legal entity adviser compliance programs
• Implement OSFI E-13/E-21 Annual Test Plan
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly compliance and risk trending reports for Senior Management and Oversight Committees
• Participate in and manage cross-functional Risk Management Working Group Meetings
• Draft summaries of findings identified through Assessments, Testing and Incident Management

Other Compliance Responsibilities:

• Conduct due diligence for sub-advisers
• Foster and maintain effective working relationships with Business Functional Area and Compliance Leads, Operational Risk, Internal Audit and Global Compliance Office
• Participate in the identification, implementation and oversight of strategic projects and initiatives
• Assist in the preparation of materials for quarterly compliance committee meetings, including standard and ad hoc reports on relevant compliance and other related matters
• Prepare training materials and conduct related presentations

Proficiencies/Education:

• Bachelor degree in financial or business-related field, or equivalent
• Advanced degree and/or professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CFA a plus
• A minimum of 5- 7 + years work experience in the financial services industry, compliance, or a related area, including at least 2-3 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience with an investment guideline supervising teamR
• Prior experience with data analytics and programming skills (i.e., Python, R,) a definite plus.
• Strong solid understanding of Order Management Systems, trade flow processing and underlying data requirements supporting an effective pre-/post-trade investment monitoring environment
• The candidate should be self-confident, upbeat, have an inquisitive mind, and be controls conscious
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, an ability to lead assignments with contending priorities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team are essential
• Attention to detail and digital literacy (knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint and similar tools) and familiarity with Bloomberg
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proven Understanding of Global Regulatory Environment as it relates to Asset Management
• Familiarity with compliance/trading systems (e.g. Bloomberg CMGR/VMGR, PTCC, Archer, research systems and/or data management systems (e.g. Access, Business Objects) a plus.
• Prior experience in compliance or risk unit working on personal trading, investment guideline compliance monitoring, securities law, global asset management

What motivates you?

• You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit.
• You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes.
• You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together.
• You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters.
• You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up.
• You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone.

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
• A focus on growing your career path with us.
• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you

• Values-first culture

We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together. * Boundless opportunity

We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career. * Continuous innovation

We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services. * Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives. * Championing Corporate Citizenship

We build a business that benefits all partners and has a positive social and environmental impact.

Every career at Manulife/John Hancock provides the opportunity to learn new skills and move your career forward. Ready to make an impact somewhere? What are you waiting for? Apply today.

About John Hancock and Manulife

John Hancock is a unit of Manulife Financial Corporation, a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. We operate primarily as John Hancock in the United States, and Manulife globally, including Canada, Asia and Europe. We provide financial advice, insurance and wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions. Assets under management and administration by Manulife and its subsidiaries were CAD$1.3 trillion (US$1.1 trillion) as of June 30, 2021. Manulife Financial Corporation trades as MFC on the TSX, NYSE, and PSE, and under 945 on the SEHK. Manulife can be found at .

One of the largest life insurers in the United States, John Hancock supports more than 10 million Americans with a broad range of financial products, including , , , , and . Additional information about John Hancock may be found at .

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 .

Salary & Benefits

The annual base salary for this role in the primary location of Toronto, Ontario is expected to be between $82,500.00 CAD - $148,500.00 CAD.

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact 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 for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

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