Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailJob Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailCorporate Development is a highly dynamic unit responsible for two primary pools of activity:
Managing all aspects of mergers acquisitions and divestitures for Manulife on an end-to-end basis.
Major strategic and ad hoc projects consistent with the companys strategic plans.
The internal cultural theme behind the work is to act as a catalyst enable and partner to help Manulifes operating segments execute their business strategies through M&A as a complement to organic growth. The unit acts as a control function on deals to ensure that transactions are identified assessed valued structured planned negotiated managed and executed in line with an established process and in a manner which helps control all key areas of risk for any particular deal.
To fulfill its primary mandate Corporate Development works with all business segments within Manulife on a continuous basis across all levels of the organization. The working environment is heavily team oriented and collaboration driven.
Position Responsibilities:
Drive the development of strategic optionality to improve total shareholder return.
Assess the impact of transactions or strategic initiatives with respect to Manulifes operations goals and objectives - both from a financial and strategic perspective.
Development of oral and written presentations which present analysis and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.
Lead the team to conduct detailed research with respect to company or industry specific information including but not limited to competitor analysis industry transaction analysis emerging competitive capital regulatory and accounting landscapes.
Lead the preparation of reports and presentations on a variety of industry-related topics.
Lead the valuation for potential transactions.
Assist managing transactions from initial evaluation stages through due diligence negotiations and closing.
Liaise with other areas to ensure assumptions used for the valuation are appropriate and consistent with Manulifes standards.
Required Qualifications:
10 years of experience in Corporate Development or Investment Banking.
CPA CFA or MBA.
Strong capability in developing financial projections proforma financial statements and valuation model using discounted cash flow and metric-based methodologies.
Excellent written and visual presentation skills with proficiency in PowerPoint.
Ability to analyze results identify issues and coordinate quick appropriate resolutions.
Flexibility and organizational skills required to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proactive self-directed and able to lead a team of professionals.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong understanding of financial statements general accounting standards insurance and asset management industry ratios and other performance evaluation tools is an asset.
When you join our team:
As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.
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.
#LI-Hybrid
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
Toronto OntarioWorking Arrangement
Salary range is expected to be between
$123400.00 CAD - $229300.00 CADIf 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 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. If you are applying for this role in the U.S. please contact for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.
Required Experience:
Exec
Full-Time