Portfolio Company Growth & Strategy Associate

Manulife/John Hancock; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Mental health

Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Manulife/John Hancock, based in Boston, seeks an Associate for Portfolio Company Management to drive value creation across portfolio companies. You will partner with CEOs and leadership teams to execute strategic initiatives, monitor KPIs, and assist with investor communications.

The role requires a strong foundation in investment banking or consulting with exposure to private equity environments. Hybrid work arrangement and close collaboration with senior leadership are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive professional experience in private equity, investment banking, management consulting, corporate finance, corporate development, strategy, FP&A, or a related field.
• Experience in an operating company role and/or supporting portfolio value creation initiatives within a private equity environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with senior executives and drive strategic initiatives from concept through execution.

Responsibilities

• Partner with portfolio company CEOs, CFOs, and leadership teams to develop and execute strategic plans and operational initiatives that drive growth and value creation.
• Support value creation efforts, including operational improvements, revenue growth, cost optimization, and capital allocation initiatives.
• Monitor the execution of value creation plans, track KPIs, and identify opportunities to accelerate performance.
• Support integration of new investments into existing platforms, including strategic planning and alignment with MIMTA objectives.
• Prepare and coordinate materials for Portfolio Company Boards and investment committees.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Relationship management

Financial modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Manulife/John Hancock, based in Boston, seeks an Associate for Portfolio Company Management to drive value creation across portfolio companies. You will partner with CEOs and leadership teams to execute strategic initiatives, monitor KPIs, and assist with investor communications.

The role requires a strong foundation in investment banking or consulting with exposure to private equity environments. Hybrid work arrangement and close collaboration with senior leadership are emphasized.