Applications are now open for the Asia LEAD Program (Leadership Experience Advocacy and Development) August 2026 intake our signature graduate program designed to give you the skills experiences and network to thrive in the insurance and financial services industry.
As part of the Actuarial Track youll apply your analytical expertise to tackle complex challenges and influence financial decisions. Through rotational assignments structured learning and opportunities to advocacy experiences youll gain broad exposure across core actuarial functions and build a strong foundation for your career.
Apply now to start your journey with us!
Position Responsibilities:
Rotations: Engage in three six-month rotations across key business and specialist areas starting with a welcome induction by the Talent Management Team.
Learning and Development: Develop your leadership skills with a multifaceted program tailored to advance entry-level talent into future leadership roles in line with Manulifes vision and values.
Performance Review: Receive regular feedback through performance reviews and individual presentations at the end of each rotation.
Networking Opportunities: Build a strong internal network by joining the Colleague Network aligning with company values and contributing to meaningful projects.
Mentor and Buddy Program: Benefit from a dedicated mentor and buddy to support your career journey and personal growth.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in a discipline relevant to actuarial science (e.g. Mathematics Statistics Actuarial Science or related fields). Demonstrated progress toward actuarial certification.
Experience: 0-2 years of working experience. Relevant internship or work experience within insurance or financial institutions is desirable. Engagement in social work and extracurricular activities is valued.
Career Aspirations: A passion for developing a career in the corporate insurance sector with a readiness to make a meaningful impact.
Skills: Demonstrated creativity and innovation along with superior communication and interpersonal skills.
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.
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 .
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Manulife is a leading financial services group. We provide financial advice, insurance, as well as wealth and asset management solutions for individuals, groups and institutions.