AVP, Individual Insurance and Affinity

Manulife; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 123,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider seeks an AVP for Individual Insurance and Affinity to provide strategic legal guidance for their segregated fund business in Canada. This senior role involves legal support, mentorship, and collaboration across teams to optimize insurance products and ensure regulatory compliance.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Employee assistance programs

Retirement savings plans

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in legal roles, preferably in insurance.
• Admitted to a provincial Bar in Canada.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements in the Canadian insurance market.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for Individual Insurance segregated fund business.
• Draft, review documentation for product development.
• Mentor and collaborate with legal and compliance teams.

Skills

Legal analysis

Strategic thinking

Communication

Client service

Mentorship

Education

Law degree

Job description

AVP, Individual Insurance and Affinity

The opportunity

Manulife is seeking an experienced lawyer to join our Individual Insurance legal team as AVP Individual Insurance and Affinity to provide strategic and specialized legal advice and deliver practical, timely, and cost-effective support for matters related to the Individual Insurance segregated fund business in Canada.

The AVP, Individual Insurance & Affinity will report to the VP & Chief Counsel, Individual Insurance, Affinity and Canada Law. This individual will interact with senior legal management, leaders of related functional groups within Canada Segment and will represent Manulife in relevant CLHIA working groups.

Position Responsibilities:

You will provide legal support for the Individual Insurance segregated fund business in Canada, including

• providing and leading analysis and recommendations concerning developing legislation and regulations affecting segregated funds

• supporting the development and improvement of segregated fund products, including drafting, or reviewing product documentation

• collaborating closely with legal and compliance colleagues to ensure a seamless delivery of legal support for segregated fund activities including new business, optimization initiatives, reinsurance, operations, and customer care

• collaborating with business partners to support our business strategy and objectives

• mentor lawyers on segregated fund matters and insurance matters generally

• support the Chief Counsel for Individual Insurance and Canada Law in the provision of legal services and team development

• as required, work closely with colleagues in Privacy, Cyber, Anti-fraud and Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs

Required Qualifications:

• Law degree and admission to a provincial Bar required, along with at least 10 years of proven experience

• Understanding of the legal regulatory requirements that apply to the insurance industry in Canada

• Experience with legal issues related to product development, policy administration, complaint resolution and the distribution of such products and services

• Proven ability to work independently, efficiently, collaboratively, and strategically under substantial time pressure

• Ability to ask the right questions to quickly assess internal client and customer needs and provide timely support

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization, including senior management

• Demonstration of outstanding client service as well as the practical application of analytical skills and exercise of good judgment

• Proven track record of collaborating and adapting to constantly evolving demands and expectations

• Proven leadership in building and maintaining strong, credible working relationships with clients, management, and colleagues

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.

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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 [e-mail] .

Referenced Salary Location

Waterloo, Ontario

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$123,400.00 CAD - $229,300.00 CAD

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