Manulife Financial currently has an opening in the Head Office Tax, Retirement & Estate Planning Services team for a Tax, Retirement & Estate Planning Consultant. If you have a professional accounting or legal designation with in depth tax expertise and are looking for an exciting, non-traditional role, this position could be very rewarding.The Tax, Retirement & Estate Planning Consultant provides technical reference material and education as well as case-specific consulting support to advisors, Manulife field management (e.G. wholesalers) and Regional Tax, Retirement and Estate Planning group members (RTREPS) with respect to tax, product, concept, legal and accounting issues in complex estate, tax and business planning situations.ResponsibilitiesProviding accurate and timely technical information to investment and wealth management advisors, wholesalers and RTREPS with respect to tax, estate planning and regulatory mattersIncrease the knowledge, understanding and comfort of top tier advisors, wholesalers and other target audiences with investment products by identifying and developing sales concepts/strategies (including illustrations and presentations to support these concepts/strategies), communicating on topical matters or new legislation and by developing and delivering educational and sales seminarsProviding tax expertise and analysis on new product development initiatives as well as initiatives impacting existing clients to ensure that the most effective tax treatment has been considered and that no negative surprises result. Support other internal partners (e.G. marketing) with our tax and legal expertise.Professionally represent Manulife on influential industry or internal committees with respect to legislative and company initiatives respectively, relating to investment products and ensure that the interests of Manulife or TREPS are brought forward in a timely and influential manner.Special ConditionsYou will be required to remain current on relevant tax, legal and regulatory matters.Required QualificationsLegal or accounting designation plus the CICA in depth tax course or a strong background in taxExpertise in the taxation of Investment Products and Estate planning and financial planning (CFP)
skills are strong assetsComputer software knowledge (spreadsheets and word processing)Strong oral and written communication and presentation skillsExcellent organizational and prioritization skills and ability to meet tight deadlinesAbility to think creatively to identify sales and product opportunities arising out of legislationAbility to complete in-depth research and analysis on the feasibility of sales concepts, to develop easy to read technical articles describing the concepts as well as illustrations and power point presentations to support a sales concept packageAbility to understand and apply complex legislation to sales situations and to provide meaningful direction and product feature application to the various distribution channels in a way that educates them and serves our investors bestStrong interpersonal skills; must have the ability to interpret and communicate technical information to a non-technical audienceAccuracy and attention to detailTeam playerPreferred QualificationsPrevious experience in the Financial Services IndustryProject management skillsFamiliarity in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)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.The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.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 Chance 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
[email protected] Salary LocationCAN, Ontario - Full Time RemoteWorking ArrangementRemoteSalary range is expected to be between$118,300.00 CAD - $168,300.00 CADEmployees also have the prospect 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. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact
[email protected] for the salary range for your location.BenefitsManulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&DD 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
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📌 Tax, Retirement & Estate Planning Services Consultant - C$118,300 - C$168,300 A Year - Remote (Winnipeg)
🏢 Manulife Financial
📍 Winnipeg