Senior Event Planner

Are you passionate about creating memorable high-impact events The Canadian Meetings & Events Team (CMET) at Manulife is an award-winning group known for delivering top-notch event and program management. Were excited to welcome an experienced corporate Senior Event Planner whos ready to shape extraordinary experiences across Canada the US and international destinations.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manage and craft unforgettable experiences that build brand momentum and deliver on event objectives.

• Lead end-to-end program delivery: sourcing critical path budget management contracting vendor management communications onsite execution post-event wrap-up and reporting.

• Own programs such as roadshows incentives and multi-day sales conferences plus other key initiatives.

• Participate and/or lead committees status updates and pre/post event briefings.

• Develop track and report on budgets; drive efficiencies and savings ensure timely payments and financial closure.

• Recognize challenges early and troubleshoot with expertise and strong relationships.

• Research and present recommendations for destinations venues AV production formats and experiential components.

• Collaborate with peers clients vendors and internal teams (procurement legal IT marketing design etc.) to influence decisions establish objectives and deliver on time.

• Gather post-event feedback from partners sponsors and client groups to improve future performance.

• Support and enhance event processes and policies; identify gaps and document improvements.

• Apply industry experience and networks to drive efficiencies best practices and new trends.

• Travel up to 2530% (weekdays/weekends/overnights) by air train and car as program needs require.

• Execute onsite with long hours of standing/walking; serve as the key liaison among clients and vendors.

• Support show flow development and AV coordination with internal and external partners.

• Ensure all program deliverablestheme creative locations travel activities entertainment speakers meals mobile app materials financials staffing registration and giftingalign with client expectations and business objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• 10 years of corporate meeting/event management experience delivering complex multi-faceted programs.

• 13 years experience in Financial Services.

• Strong knowledge of hospitality/hotel operations travel standards contract negotiation site selection and event sustainability.

• Experience managing third-party vendors (DMCs speakers AV entertainment décor).

• Passion creativity and hands-on excellence in event planning project management and onsite execution.

• Proven ability to lead and influence at all levels including senior leadership.

• Excellent interpersonal customer service diplomacy and negotiation skills.

• Positive mindset and resilience in supporting change.

• Team-first attitude with a commitment to quality and service.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision; set goals meet expectations and model strong behaviors.

• Delegation and mentorship skills.

• Proven event budget management.

• Production design experience; confidence with AV for in-person virtual and hybrid events.

• Skilled at problem-solving multitasking and thinking on your feet.

• Balanced initiative and accountability when responding to requests.

• Sound judgment to identify and communicate risk within projects.

• Exceptional time management; thrive in fast-paced environments with firm timelines.

• Strong decision-making: analyze problems weigh options apply financial/business acumen and select the best approach.

• Strong proficiency with Office 365 event registration platforms (e.g. Cvent) and mobile event apps.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CMP designation is an asset.

• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset. If the successful candidate is in Québec proficiency in both languages will be required to support clients from various provinces outside of Quebec.

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 youre energized by bringing people together elevating brand experiences and delivering measurable results wed love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create incredible events for our business partners.

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The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

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.

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Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. 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. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location please contact for the salary range for your location.

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.

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