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

- 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. 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. Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Communications, or a related field. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify trends, draw insights, and make practical observations from data. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs. Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.



Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint, Excel, and Word. Interest in or previous experience related to internal audit, risk management, governance, strategy, reporting, consulting, data analytics, or financial services.

Experience preparing presentations, analyzing data, coordinating projects, or supporting cross‑functional initiatives. Interest in executive communications, storytelling with data, performance reporting, process improvement, Power BI, automation, or GenAI tools. We’ll recognize and support you in a versatile environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words.

You’ll gain exposure to executive reporting, governance processes, strategic planning, performance measurement, and leadership decision‑making. As part of our co‑op program, you will gain early access to Manulife John Hancock’s premier early talent program, GRO, tailored to graduating students!

Salary range is expected to be between $46,800.00 CAD - $62,400.00 CAD 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.

Le poste annoncé correspond à une vacance existante. Nous utilisons des technologies de données et d’analytique, telles que l’intelligence artificielle (IA), ainsi que des outils de traitement automatisé pour analyser et traiter les renseignements que vous nous fournissez ou que des tiers nous transmettent dans le cadre du processus de demande.

📌 Winter co-op 2027 - audit & advisory, chief of staff (Toronto)
🏢 Société Financière Manuvie
📍 Toronto