Titles Analyst

Manulife/John Hancock; Hamilton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife/John Hancock in the United Kingdom is seeking a diligent risk & due diligence professional to review ownership structures and conduct client risk assessments for onboarding and inforce changes.

You will assess legal documents, ensure accuracy, and support process improvements in a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Understanding of due diligence requirements for individuals, entities and trusts.
• Familiarity with FATCA/CRS and Bermuda AML/ATF regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review policy ownership structures to identify ultimate beneficial owners for risk assessment.
• Conduct client risk assessments during onboarding and for inforce policy changes.
• Review collateral assignment documents for discrepancies and ensure they are in good order.
• Meet service standards in turnaround time and quality, prioritising urgent cases.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of business processes.

Job description

Opportunity:The Manulife Bermuda Branch was created to address the estate preservation and life insurance needs of high-net-worth clients. This branch caters specifically to distribution partners in the International High Net Worth Life Insurance market. Reporting to the Titles Manager, this position will work closely with Case Management and Distribution teams.Position Responsibilities:Review policy ownership structures including individuals, entities, and trusts, identifying ultimate beneficial owners for risk assessmentConduct client risk assessments ensuring the appropriate level of due diligence has been provided to satisfy regulatory requirements at the time of onboarding and for inforce policy changesReview legal collateral assignment documents, noting any discrepancies between the submitted document and approved versions, ensuring it is in good order prior to acknowledgementMeet established service standards in terms of turnaround time and quality, while prioritizing urgent cases and critical issuesActively participate in the continuous improvement of business processesRequired Qualifications:Excellent organizational and time management skills, with high attention to detailUnderstanding of due diligence requirements for individuals, entities, and trustsUnderstanding of FATCA and CRS regulations as well as Bermuda AML/ATF regulations under Proceeds of Crime ActExcellent customer service and communication skillsAbility to multitask and prioritize work in high volume environment with tight deadlinesStrong technical competence with systems/databases/Microsoft officeIndependent, with the ability to take accountability for actionsSensitivity and adaptability to international and cultural differencesPreferred Qualifications:Post-secondary degree preferredPrevious life insurance industry knowledge would be an asset.Minimum of one year experience working in a financial institution with responsibility for carrying out client due diligence reviewsWhen 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 and John HancockManulife 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 EmployerAt 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] .Working ArrangementHybrid