Liquidity Management Trader

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Liquidity Management Trader to join our trading desk in Toronto. This role involves executing money market and repo trades while actively supporting the Senior Portfolio Manager in managing the firms liquidity needs. The focus will be on optimizing short-term money market strategies and efficient cash management. The ideal candidate will possess a competent background in repo trading and a deep understanding of financial markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute buy side Money Market and Repurchase trades in both U.S. and Canadian markets ensuring optimal pricing and effective risk management.

• Support the Senior Portfolio Manager by assisting in the development and execution of trading strategies and liquidity management initiatives.

• Monitor and analyze market trends and economic indicators to make informed trading and liquidity decisions.

• Manage collateral efficiently to optimize the use of available resources and support overall trading desk operations.

• Collaborate with other traders and departments to ensure smooth trade execution and processing.

• Maintain accurate records of trades and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Finance Economics or a related field; a CFA designation or advanced degree is preferred.

• A Minimum of one year experience in repo and Money market trading particularly in U.S. and Canadian markets.

• Strong understanding of short end market fundamentals collateral management and financial trading platforms.

• FX experience is an asset.

• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Bloomberg.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced trading environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CFA or Masters degree in Finance or Economics.

• Additional certifications or coursework in finance or related fields.

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.

If you are a detail-oriented trader with a passion for financial markets and a desire to excel in liquidity management we encourage you to apply.

Our compensation package for this role is a competitive base salary complemented by a variable performance component.

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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If 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.