Senior Director, Audit and Advisory Services
Senior Director, Audit and Advisory Services
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Job Description
We are a thriving energetic and collaborative team dedicated to driving value and fostering a culture of excellence within Manulife. Joining our team means taking on a pivotal role in providing independent and objective assessments to strengthen governance risk management compliance and internal control within a leading auditing group. We embrace innovative ideas to deliver efficient effective and insightful audit results.
Senior Directors key responsibilities include planning organizing and assigning audit staff to projects and overseeing engagements. They also monitors and follows up on outstanding audit issues and ensures the ongoing professional development of staff. Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with audit and business management is crucial.
Position Responsibilities:
Lead and inspire a team of professionals in performing US and Europe Retail Wealth audit projects reporting progress to AVP and VP.
Forge strong relationships with business units particularly in US and Europe Retail Wealth and US Retirement sectors.
Oversee audit teams to ensure high-quality work that meets departmental and IIA standards.
Lead multiple projects efficiently addressing any timing or budget issues with leadership.
Assess business unit risks develop audit scopes and evaluate control effectiveness.
Craft clear engaging audit reports with concise executive summaries and risk management ratings.
Present findings to management resolve issues and agree on actionable solutions.
Track and ensure resolution of open audit issues.
Mentor and provide feedback to staff enhancing their development and performance.
Leverage technology and data analytics to boost audit efficiency and effectiveness.
Coordinate annual SOX and MAR testing with management external auditors and other teams.
Contribute to annual audit planning and risk assessment for assigned areas.
Schedule audit projects optimize resource use and promote staff development.
Offer risk management consulting to business units through recommendations and engagements.
Recruit and nurture top talent maintaining high team engagement.
Collaborate with peers to drive continuous improvement in the Audit function.
Support external auditors and manage special investigations or consulting projects as needed.
Required Qualifications:
Over 10 years of experience in internal/external audit risk management or investment-related fields.
Bachelors degree required; advanced certifications (CPA CIA CISA CA) are a plus.
Knowledge of Internal Audit standards control frameworks risk management and regulatory requirements particularly in the investment and US retirement sectors.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand business processes assess risks and provide practical valuable recommendations.
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to engage and influence team members.
Dedicated to achieving goals while prioritizing quality and ongoing improvements.
Ability to work independently while leading and developing a team managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
Innovative approach with a focus on enhancing audit quality and process efficiency.
Experience in agile environments (e.g. agile auditing agile projects) is beneficial.
Solid understanding of technologys impact on business risks.
Proficiency in using data analytics to enhance audit coverage and efficiency.
When you join our team:
Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.
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About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us visit is an 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 .
Referenced Salary Location
Boston MassachusettsWorking Arrangement
Salary range is expected to be between
$120750.00 USD - $217350.00 USDIf you are applying for this role outside of the primary location please contact for the salary range for your location. 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. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.
Manulife/John Hancock 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/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays 3 personal days 150 hours of vacation and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.
Know Your Rights I Family & Medical Leave I Employee Polygraph Protection I Right to Work I E-Verify I Pay Transparency
Company: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
