Manulife is seeking an experienced Manager, Technology & Cyber Risk Standards Governance to drive consistent, scalable, and effective risk management standards and practices across the enterprise. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and continuously improving processes that support the lifecycle of technology and cybersecurity standards, while coordinating a portfolio of risk and control initiatives. Operating within a Second Line of Defense environment, the Manager will drive structure, discipline, and transparency across technology and cyber risk activities, ensuring alignment with enterprise frameworks and regulatory expectations.

The role partners closely with Technology, Cybersecurity, and Risk teams to deliver well-governed, repeatable processes and timely, traceable outcomes that enable effective oversight practices. Manage a portfolio of technology and cybersecurity standards, ensuring clear ownership and lifecycle governance. Monitor progress across initiatives and drive continuous process improvements, including automation and efficiency gains.

Support oversight activities across technology and cyber domains. Provide effective challenge to risk assessments and control documentation. Drive adoption of governance processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

Governance, Reporting & Continuous Improvement Develop reporting and dashboards on portfolio and risk status. Establish and maintain documentation and guidance materials. Improve consistency, transparency, and quality across governance.

Demonstrate curiosity, attention to detail, and a commitment to strong risk culture. 5–7+ years of experience in technology risk, cybersecurity, or related fields. ~ Experience in risk, governance, compliance, audit,



or Second Line of Defense environments within financial services or another regulated industry. ~ Understanding of key technology and cybersecurity domains. ~ Experience with standards or policy governance. ~ Experience with process improvement initiatives. ~ Strong project management and organizational skills. ~ Curious, proactive, and willing to learn in a maturing risk environment ~ 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. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

Manulife Financial

Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. 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 setting 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. 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. 79,700.00 CAD - $129,700.00 CAD Employees also have the opportunity 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. com for the salary range for your location.

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.

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📌 Manager, Technology and Cyber Risk (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Manulife Financial
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality