Senior Manager, GWAM Information Risk Management
Manila - Philippines
Job Summary
Were looking for a Senior Manager GWAM Information Risk Management to join our this role you are expected to provide independent second-line-of-defense (L2) oversight across information security technology risk privacy and business resiliency for the Global Wealth and Asset Management (GWAM) segment. This role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise-level risk decisions while ensuring alignment with global information risk frameworks and regulatory requirements.
Position Responsibilities:
Provide second-line information risk oversight across GWAM ensuring alignment with global risk frameworks policies and standards
Perform independent review and effective challenge of technology risk assessments controls and remediation plans
Collaborate with business IT and risk teams to ensure proper design and execution of risk controls including business continuity and disaster recovery
Review and challenge risk exceptions incidents and third-party/vendor risk assessments ensuring appropriate risk treatment
Monitor and report on risk exposure compliance and emerging technology or regulatory risks
Support risk governance reporting and continuous improvement initiatives including automation and analytics
Required Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of experience in Information Security Technology Risk or Business Resiliency within a large enterprise
Proven experience in second-line of defense (L2) oversight and risk management practices
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Security or a related field
Strong knowledge of global regulatory environments and information risk frameworks
Experience using risk reporting and analytics tools (e.g. PowerBI)
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional certifications such as CISSP CISA CRISC FAIR or MBCP
Experience in Wealth & Asset Management Investments or Financial Services
Background in risk advisory or consulting roles
Knowledge of AI automation or advanced analytics in risk management
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
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
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Working Arrangement
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
About Company
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.