Data & Reporting Specialist

Manulife’s Global Wealth & Asset Management (Global WAM) segment has embarked on an exciting journey that is transforming the organization by harnessing the power of data and related analytics.

This transformation is a key strategic enabler, and we are looking for individuals who are passionate about joining the team that will lead this journey.

We are thrilled to offer an opportunity for someone who is passionate about using data and possesses a blend of deep technical expertise and excellent communication skills.

Overview of the Role

The Data & Reporting Specialist is a key member of a team of data professionals responsible for establishing and driving the successful adoption of the data governance program in Manulife’s Global WAM segment.  They will bring together their technical expertise, business knowledge and communications skills to enable deployment of Data Governance (DG) in GWAM.

Responsibilities:

• Support the establishment Global WAM’s data governance program, including Frameworks, Policies, Processes, and Tools

• Analyze and monitor data quality reports to help identify systemic issues and resolution options

• Assist with growing data quality and data governance awareness using effective and innovative communications tactics across Global WAM

• Collaborate with all groups within the Chief Data Office to ensure alignment across data functions and on target delivery of the group’s goals

• Support the development of Data Governance processes such as metadata management, data access and data sharing

• Support the coordination of executive-level Data Council meetings

Requirements: 

• Highly analytical with strong consulting and problem-solving abilities; tenacity to identify the root cause of problems and apply innovative approaches to tackle business data problems

• Ability to bridge the business and technology world, effectively collaborating across teams to achieve desired outcomes

• Champion of change to effectively manage the implementation of new insights / improvements

• Confident when dealing with investment professionals, senior management and other stakeholders

• Ability to explore, learn, and deploy innovative approaches and tools to support change, communications, and training activities

• Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills

• Solid understanding of Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Technical Skills, such as knowledge, of SQL required to perform data analysis

• Collaborator and Team Focused

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

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Salary range is expected to be between

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.