* Please note this position is also offered for the Summer 2027 term. *

At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future, starting with you. Our Audit & Advisory, Chief of Staff Co-op is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark.

Are you an enthusiastic undergraduate or graduate student looking to gain hands‑on experience in executive reporting, strategic planning, governance, and business operations? In this role, you'll join the Professional Practices Chief of Staff team within Audit and Advisory Services, where you'll support leadership reporting, performance insights, executive communications, and strategic initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, collaborate with stakeholders across the Audit function, and gain exposure to how senior leaders drive organizational priorities and performance.

Position Responsibilities:

Support the preparation and coordination of Audit Committee, Audit Leadership Team, Executive Leadership Team, and other leadership materials, including presentations, executive summaries, briefing notes, and speaking notes.

Help organize and translate audit, risk, performance, and strategic information into clear, concise, and audience‑appropriate communications.

Assist with governance and leadership activities by coordinating meeting materials, maintaining agendas, documenting decisions, tracking action items, and supporting follow‑up activities.





Collect, validate, and analyze audit performance data, operational metrics, risk themes, and key issues to support reporting and decision‑making.

Contribute to the preparation and enhancement of key performance indicators (KPIs), scorecards, and management reporting materials.

Support cross‑functional initiatives by coordinating activities, monitoring milestones and deliverables, and helping teams stay aligned on priorities.

Conduct research and assist with activities related to audit methodology, quality assurance, enterprise risk management, industry trends, and leading practices.

Identify opportunities to improve reporting, governance, data quality, and operational processes through automation, GenAI, and other technology‑enabled solutions.

Collaborate with stakeholders across Audit and Advisory Services to support strategic priorities and high‑quality business outcomes.

Required Qualifications:

Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Communications, or a related field.

Robust analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, draw insights, and make practical observations from data.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to organize information and present ideas clearly and effectively.

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📌 Winter Co-op 2027 - Audit & Advisory, Chief of Staff (Ontario)
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📍 Ontario