Group Benefits Risk Manager — Governance & Contracting (Hybrid)

Manulife; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international financial services provider in Southwestern Ontario is seeking a Manager for Group Benefits business to oversee risk management and contract oversight. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience, with strong skills in negotiation and process improvement. This hybrid role includes responsibilities in governance and collaboration across multiple stakeholders, offering a salary range of $80,700 - $145,260 CAD.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off program

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in risk management, legal/compliance, or group benefits contracting.
• Strong understanding of Canadian insurance regulations and risk frameworks.
• Proven experience leading complex negotiations with external clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial risk and compliance reviews.
• Lead the Client Customization Review Committee.
• Identify process gaps and initiate improvements.

Skills

Risk management

Negotiation

Communication

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Risk Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

JIRA/JSM

Job description

A leading international financial services provider in Southwestern Ontario is seeking a Manager for Group Benefits business to oversee risk management and contract oversight. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience, with strong skills in negotiation and process improvement. This hybrid role includes responsibilities in governance and collaboration across multiple stakeholders, offering a salary range of $80,700 - $145,260 CAD.