Product Manager

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The opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Manager who is passionate about providing investment solutions that help our clients achieve their financial goals. As Product Manager, you will report to the Director of the Guaranteed Investments Product team and will be accountable for the management and development of the Segregated Funds, Guaranteed Interest Accounts and Annuities product suites, and will be instrumental in the achievement of our growth plans.

This role is ideal for a creative, energetic, enthusiastic individual who is looking to develop and grow within the Financial Services industry. We are looking for an individual who is organized, excited to learn, has strong analytical acumen and is a naturally curious problem solver.

You should possess strong leadership and communication skills, a good understanding of the Guaranteed Investments business, industry knowledge and have experience in large cross functional projects. Experience in operations, customer services, sales and investments are an asset.

Responsibilities:

• Lead/Participate in cross-functional project teams to support the implementation of product initiatives

• Support the feasibility analysis of product enhancements/changes
• Present to internal and external audiences on guaranteed investment product topics
• Problem-solving to manage escalated issues that arise across the business
• Collaborate effectively with different areas of the business, including other members of the Product team, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, Legal and Compliance on business related issues
• Prepare various recurring and ad-hoc reports, such as performance updates 
• Liaise with different external stakeholders, such as third party data providers and other industry groups
• Assist with researching and identifying new product ideas and completing the standard new idea pipeline process
• Stay current on trends in the Canadian segregated fund industry to assist in the development and positioning of forward-thinking products
• Support the development and implementation of other strategic, regulatory and tactical business initiatives
• Work on special projects as required

Education, Experience & Skills:

• Post-secondary degree in Finance, Economics, Business or related fields
• 3-5 years of professional experience with a financial services firm
• Working knowledge of segregated funds industry
• Understanding and demonstrated interest in financial markets
• Ability to learn quickly and simultaneously handle multiple tasks/projects
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Highly motivated and a self-starter
• Proficient in Microsoft Office  
• Relationship management and collaboration skills
• Professional and tactful in all dealings

Working arrangement:

• Hybrid - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

If you are ready to unleash your potential it’s time to continue on your career journey with Manulife/John Hancock.

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 [email protected].

Waterloo, Ontario

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$80,700.00 CAD - $145,260.00 CAD

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