Director, Government Relations (Canada)

Manulife; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 104,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Director of Government Relations, where you will engage with policymakers and industry leaders to shape public policy that impacts millions. This role offers the chance to manage relationships with government and regulators, ensuring that the company can effectively serve its customers. With a focus on strategic thinking and collaboration, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values inclusion and well-being. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Dental Insurance

Mental Health Support

Flexible Work Environment

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Programs

Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 7+ years in government relations or business strategy.
• Strong communication skills in English and French.
• Experience in financial services and public policy.

Responsibilities

• Manage Manulife's relationships with government and regulators.
• Represent the company on public policy issues.
• Build collaborations with stakeholders in Canada.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Advocacy

Negotiation

Relationship Building

Networking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Do you have a passion for business, strategy, and public policy? Do you want the opportunity to work for one of Canada’s most internationally successful companies to solve challenges and find solutions that will improve the lives of millions of Manulife customers in Canada and around the globe?

Manulife’s Government Relations team is looking for a Director, Government Relations to join us in Montreal or Ottawa. The Director will join a global, multi-disciplinary team that coordinates across business lines and jurisdictions to engage on public policy and regulatory issues to ensure that Manulife continues to deliver on our commitments to customers, employees, and shareholders.

Reporting to the Vice President, Government Relations (Canada), the Director will work closely with Manulife business leaders to develop, coordinate, and implement strategies designed to help the company achieve its mission of making its customers lives better. The Director will engage with federal and provincial policymakers, regulators, elected officials, industry leaders and academics to build relationships and improve the regulatory and public policy environment that enables Manulife to best serve its customers. This role requires strategic thinking, strong written and verbal communications skills, advocacy and negotiation experience, an ability to lead and achieve, tact and curiosity. An ability to build strong, collaborative relationships internally and externally is essential.

Position Responsibilities:

• Own Manulife’s relationship with government and regulators in the province of Quebec and undertake efforts to build Manulife’s reputation and business in the province.

• Assist Manulife’s Canadian businesses understand government and regulatory positions and initiatives to help shape business priorities and strategies;

• Represent Manulife and speak publicly and privately on the company’s behalf on topics of public policy and regulations that impact our business and our customers;

• Build relations and collaborate across industry groups, trade associations and civil society with a particular focus on Ottawa and Quebec.

• Support our global business ambitions by building relationships and exploring collaborations with Canadian based stakeholders, including provincial and federal officials, foreign embassies and consulates, academics and NGOs interested in international trade and relations in markets where Manulife has a presence.

• Be a key contributor in the company’s risk management framework by bringing perspectives on governments and public policy to assist with managing reputational risks and helping to navigate complex political, regulatory and public policy issues;

• Research and prepare internal and external reports, briefings, submissions and papers on a variety of regulatory or public policy topics.

• Create opportunities and execute strategies and events that profile the value Manulife delivers to our customers and communities.

Required Qualifications:

• At least seven years of relevant experience in a similar position working in business or government.

• Excellent French and English verbal and written communication, editing skills and the ability to communicate complex issues into plain language.

• Superior relationship and networking skills to build and maintain the strong network of internal and external supporters required for success in this role.

• Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with hard deadlines and competing, high-profile priorities.

• A demonstrated history of planning and leading initiatives and coordinating across cross functional teams to drive successful outcomes.

• Knowledge of the financial services, and/or insurance industries, and related public policy, political and media issues.

• Strong team focus. Ability to work closely and cooperatively with teammates. A positive, professional and collaborative personality, a thirst to learn and a passion for improvement.

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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Primary Location

Montreal, Quebec

Semana de Trabajo Comprimida

Híbrido

Salary range is expected to be between

$104,325.00 CAD - $187,785.00 CAD

Si se está postulando para este puesto fuera de la ubicación principal, póngase en contacto con [e-mail] para conocer el rango salarial de su ubicación. El salario real variará según las condiciones locales del mercado, la geografía y los factores relacionados con el trabajo pertinentes, como conocimiento, habilidades, calificaciones, experiencia y educación/capacitación. Los empleados también tienen la oportunidad de participar en programas de incentivos y obtener una compensación de incentivos vinculada al desempeño comercial e individual.

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