Director, Corporate Transformation

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director Corporate Transformation to lead strategic transformation initiatives across our business. This role requires a seasoned hands-on professional with deep subject matter expertise across core insurance business functions including distribution operations underwriting claims and customer experience. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor and change agent capable of driving innovation process re-engineering and cultural transformation in a complex fast evolving environment.

This role reports to the Chief Transformation Officer and is responsible for advancing the change and transformation agenda across the organisation.

Position Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with senior leaders to define and translate enterprise strategy into actionable roadmaps and initiatives.

• Lead cross-functional programs that drive measurable business outcomes including operational efficiency customer-centricity and innovation.

• Provide subject matter expertise including industry best practices and thought leadership to drive transformation initiatives across the business

• Working with PICs in researching key trends (markets products business and technology) and conducting ongoing market & business analysis to support decision-making & identify new growth & transformational initiatives to further drive customer & operational success.

Process Re-engineering & Innovation

• Identify and implement opportunities for process optimization and automation across functions and business.

• Design and implement scalable solutions using lean agile and design thinking methodologies aimed at improving distributor customer and employee experiences.
  

Change Management

• Champion a change mindset across the organisation fostering agility innovation and culture of continuous improvements.

• Develop and execute change management strategies to ensure adoption and sustainability of transformation initiatives.

Performance & Value Delivery

• Establish KPIs and success metrics to track progress and impact.

• Ensure timely delivery of transformation programs with clear ROI and stakeholder alignment.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster collaboration and buy-in.

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders providing insights and recommendations.

Accountabilities (Individual/Shared)

• Strategic Alignment of Projects: Ensure project objectives align with strategic priorities and portfolio goals including validating scope and expected outcomes during intake and planning phases.

• Risk and Issue Management: Escalate risks and issues that may impact delivery or strategic outcomes. They collaborate on mitigation strategies and contingency planning.

• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Ensure consistent messaging and updates across stakeholder groups. Influence communication plans and engagement strategies to maintain alignment and support.

Required Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of insurance business models distribution operations and regulatory environments.

• Experience across multiple functions such as underwriting claims distribution and customer service.

• Proven track record in leading large-scale transformation programs with hands-on experience managing complex programs.

• Strong background in process re-engineering digital enablement and operational improvement with view on emerging trends in insurance.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate strategy into execution.

• Data-driven decision-making and performance measurement.

• Exceptional communication and influencing skills.

• Ability to lead through ambiguity and drive cultural change.

• Expertise in managing complex multi-stakeholder programs.

• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (Agile Lean Six Sigma etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in business Strategy Engineering or related field (MBA preferred).

• 10 years of hands-on experience in transformation strategy or consulting roles within insurance or financial services.

• Experience working in regional or global environments with diverse teams.

• Stakeholder management: effectively collaborate & work alongside senior members of the organization within both local and regional capacities to drive the successful execution of transformation initiatives.

• Communication: excellent speaking and writing skills are required to convey key messages in a succinct manner.

• PowerPoint Word and Excel: Advanced skills on PowerPoint with the ability to tell a story and sell a message. Can analyze large quantities of data generate charts in Excel.

• Ability to translate what the data is saying into applicable and useful information.

• Knowledge of enterprise PMO PMO governance

• Project management: experience executing projects by developing deliverables timelines and effectively managing stakeholders. PMP Management of Portfolios (MoP) and/or Agile qualifications are preferred but not a must have.

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

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