Overview Working closely with the VP of Underwriting and Chief Underwriter, the Director will support the overall development and implementation of underwriting strategic initiatives and support underwriting involvement in IIC programs and initiatives and ensures timely implementation and business readiness. Beyond the Underwriting team, this role collaborates with the Insurance Leadership Team, Operations Leadership Team, Artificial Intelligence Team, pricing and risk functions.General Accountabilities With a background in insurance underwriting, actuarial or operations, bring strategic thinking to the team by providing input to business planning and direction, identifying future business opportunities, and driving the development of plans to achieve agreed upon objectives. Establish key strategic initiatives with the leadership team and ensure focus aligns with IIC, Affinity and GB strategic priorities. Develop and maintain a framework to implement, track and report on the initiatives. Responsible for providing updates and frequent reports to key stakeholders on the status and health of ongoing initiatives. Support Underwriting leadership team with adhoc strategic/transformational tasks and priorities.Job RequirementsStrong problem solving skills, analytical skills & proficiency with numbers, including financial analysis.Financial Services Industry experience; strong life and health insurance knowledge preferred.Business Development skills: ability to think conceptually and creatively regarding solutions and opportunities.Collaborative approach; ability to work throughothers and influence change; work across teamsin the organization.Excellent communication skills (written & oral) and advanced experience with presentation preparation.Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently; strong organizational skills; ability to plan forwardand manage deadlines. Attention to detail.Demonstrated initiative – willing to explore and drive changes to existing processes and reports.ResponsibilitiesBring Strategic thinking to the team by providing input to business planning and direction, identifying future business opportunities,



and driving the development of plans to achieve agreed upon objectives.Manage monthly reporting cycle, updates for monthly business and finance review, weekly analysis of operational effectiveness.Establish key strategic initiatives with the leadership team and ensure focus aligns with IIC strategic priorities.Develop and maintain a framework to implement, track and report on the initiatives. Responsible for providing updates and frequent reports to key stakeholders on the status and health of ongoing initiatives. Present results to internal and external stakeholders and leadership teams.Work across the operations team to identify resources required to implement strategic initiatives.Support Underwriting leadership team with adhoc strategic/transformational tasks and priorities.As an informal leader within the business unit, the manager is expected to help drive employee engagement.Bilingualism (English and French) is a strong asset. If the successful candidate is in Québec, proficiency in both languages will be required to support clients from various provinces outside of Quebec.When You Join Our TeamWe’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.Equal Opportunity Employer At 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 Benefits 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 for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.Pay & Compensation Salary range is expected to be between $125,100.00 CAD - $175,100.00 CAD. Employees also have the chance to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. 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.Working Arrangement HybridLocation CAN, Ontario, Toronto#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Underwriting Strategy And Planning - C$125,100 - C$175,100 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Manulife/John Hancock
📍 Toronto