Manager, Fund Events

Manulife; Montreal; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services provider is seeking a dynamic Manager for their Fund Events team in Montreal. This role involves supporting the GWAM Canada business with expert operational support, focusing on risks and financial processes. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years in the financial industry and strong skills in fund accounting. Join a collaborative team that values client satisfaction and innovation.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in the financial industry, particularly in fund accounting.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset for Quebec candidates.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support Canadian Operations projects.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Create impact assessments and suggest mitigation strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Experience in financial services

Knowledge of fund accounting

Understanding financial services industry

Education

University degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Manulife's Fund Events team is seeking a dynamic Manager to support the GWAM Canada business. This role provides expert operational support to ensure the successful implementation of initiatives impacting Canadian Wealth Operations. In-depth knowledge of fund operations and accounting in Canada and North America, strong relationship-building with stakeholders, and excellent analytical and innovative thinking are required. Day-to-day responsibilities include interacting with various business areas to understand the risk, financial, and accounting impacts of business processes to best support stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to learn, develop, and excel within a team that values client satisfaction, performance, collaboration, and innovation.

Position Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and support the implementation of Canadian Operations projects and initiatives, including post-implementation support.
• Ensure process improvement projects are thoroughly documented and adhere to best practices.
• Identify operational or business risks associated with initiative implementation and communicate them to leadership.
• Maintain strong relationships with both internal and external business partners and stakeholders.
• Utilize your knowledge and expertise to communicate risks and impacts to company operations and downstream processes.
• Ensure all fund system setups align with project requirements.
• Coordinate project-related tasks and activities with internal and external teams.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand the scope, requirements, and impact of requests.
• Liaise and communicate project requirements to custodians and valuation agents.
• Create impact assessments, identify risks, and suggest mitigation strategies where applicable.
• Review operating models and develop appropriate workflows.
• Evaluate and make recommendations on implementation strategies.
• Develop tools, practices, and controls to increase operational efficiency and information quality.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies for each initiative.

Required Qualifications:

• Self-starter with excellent communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Highly organized.
• Over 7 years of experience in the financial industry, with relevant experience.
• Experience and knowledge in fund accounting and back-office operations.
• Solid understanding of the financial services industry, investment funds, insurance funds and investment securities products.

Preferred Qualifications:

• University degree, preferably in accounting or finance; CPA or CFA designation is an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset. If the successful candidate is in Quebec, proficiency in both languages will be required to support clients from various provinces outside of Quebec.

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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Referenced Salary Location

Montreal, Quebec

Working Arrangement

混合式

Salary range is expected to be between

$83,250.00 CAD - $149,850.00 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.