Compliance Consultant

Manulife Financial; Halifax; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider located in Halifax is seeking a Compliance Specialist to support oversight and auditing within their Operations Compliance team. Candidates should have a strong background in compliance or audit, with at least 5 years of relevant experience, ideally combined with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. The role offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, with a competitive salary range from $64,575.00 CAD to $107,625.00 CAD.

Benefits

Customizable health benefits

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in compliance, audit, operations, Risk, or related financial services roles.
• 3+ years of experience supporting/coordinating audits, TPA oversight, or internal controls (SOX or similar frameworks).

Responsibilities

• Lead oversight of certain third-party administrators (TPAs), including governance, issue resolution, and process stabilization.
• Coordinate SOX testing cycles across Operations, Finance, and IT, including documentation, issue tracking, and audit support.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate compliance with regulatory and audit requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Job description

Overview

This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing Operations Compliance team supporting US Insurance Ops, including Life, LTC, and Annuities. The role offers exposure to both third-party administrator (TPA) oversight and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) audit coordination—two areas critical to our operational integrity and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will help shape how we manage third-party governance and internal control testing, with room to grow and evolve the role based on business needs and individual strengths.

Responsibilities

• Lead oversight of certain third-party administrators (TPAs), including governance, issue resolution, and process stabilization.
• Coordinate SOX testing cycles across Operations, Finance, and IT, including documentation, issue tracking, and audit support.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate compliance with regulatory and audit requirements.
• Assist in managing operational risk through data synthesis, reporting, and process reviews.
• Contribute to strategic compliance initiatives and support market conduct exams, filings, and privacy-related matters as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in compliance, audit, operations, Risk, or related financial services roles.
• 3+ years of experience supporting/coordinating audits, TPA oversight, or internal controls (SOX or similar frameworks).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Experience with TPA governance in a regulated industry.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance frameworks and audit coordination.
• Exposure to life insurance, annuities, or long-term care products.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

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

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Manulife is an equal opportunity employer

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Salary and Location

Referenced Salary Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Working Arrangement: 混合式

Salary range is expected to be between $64,575.00 CAD - $107,625.00 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.