GRO – Canadian Segment (Toronto)

At Manulife, we believe in investing in the future starting with you! Our GRO program is a bold new approach to early talent development, designed to launch your career with the support, structure, and opportunities you need to thrive. GRO is Manulife’s flagship early talent program. It’s more than just a job, it’s a launchpad for your career. GRO offers a consistent, high-quality experience for new graduates across the organization. 

The GRO Canadian Segment stream is a 24-month program that offers dynamic experiences across areas such as Manulife Bank, Group Benefits, Affinity, Strategy, and Insurance. Launch your career as a Business Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Process Excellence Analyst, Strategy Analyst, Product Analyst, Data Analyst, or Automation Analyst when you join this stream and gain exposure to cross-functional project work. You’ll gain hands-on experience in business development and strategic planning while cultivating expertise that drives organizational success and customer impact.  You’ll develop a strong foundation in digital and analytical acumen, critical thinking and problem-solving. As part of GRO, you’ll join a vibrant community of peers, benefit from professional development sessions, core skills training, mentorship, leadership exposure, and be empowered to grow into a future-ready leader.  

Position Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development and execution of strategic initiatives across various business functions.  
• Engage in project management activities that enhance digital capabilities and streamline processes within Manulife.  
• Collaborate with different teams to improve customer service and distribution strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.  
• Utilize analytics to support decision-making processes in group benefits, strategy, and/or insurance, aiming to enhance service offerings and customer satisfaction.  
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying opportunities for growth and innovation.   

Required Qualifications:  

• Pursuing a undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Computer Science, Analytics (or a related discipline), with an expected graduation of Spring 2027.  
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with sound judgment.  
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.  
• A passion for continuous improvement and a drive to make meaningful changes.  
• A natural curiosity to learn and apply new skills in a fast-paced environment.  
• Expertise in interpreting data and applying data-driven insights to guide business decisions and optimize operations.  
• Strong analytical and technical acumen, and an ability to synthesize data
• Quick learner who thrives in dynamic environments, embracing new challenges with flexibility and resilience.  
• Skilled in building and maintaining trust with team members and stakeholders, promoting a collaborative and inclusive culture.  

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.  

Application Instructions:  

• Please submit a resume and cover letter in one PDF file.  

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This posting supports an ongoing hiring initiative for existing and/or future vacancies.

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].

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Salary range is expected to be between

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. 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. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] for the salary range for your location.

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.

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