Manager Operational Risk - Jobs in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Job Description

As a customer-centric organization whose very purpose is helping our clients make their decisions easier, and their lives better, taking healthy risks factors into every big decision we make as a company, and as employees. Prudent risk management aligns naturally with our value ofquot;doing the right thing. quot; Especially during times of great innovation that involve new systems and new, creative ways of working and collaborating, effectively managing risks is one of our new normals.This role represents an exciting opportunity to influence the evolution of a comprehensive risk management culture within Canada Segment. The Manager, Operational Risk Management, is accountable for providing support to the AVP, Risk Management, in the day-to-day accountability for aspects of the Operational Risk Management program. The role requires pragmatic business judgment, technical subject matter expertise in risk management, and highly effective communication and influencing skills with colleagues at various levels and will encompass a variety of risk activities.Position Responsibilities:- Provide second line of defense oversight by probing, challenging and assessing risk by applying risk expertise, strong relationship management and critical thinking skills.- Participation and assistance in preparing and/or coordinating the Business unit Risk Committee meetings.- Support a variety of risk management activities on an as-needed basis including risk assessments, oversight of operational risk standard compliance, reporting, and evolving risk identification and management.- Make recommendations for control and process improvements.- Identify, track and monitor risks, issues and corrective action plans as needed in collaboration with line 1 and 1b teams.- Take actions to foster a strong risk-awareness culture, including preparation and presentation of employee education programs.- Escalate risk concerns as required.- Ensure alignment with Manulife Financial group policies and best practices.- Support the ongoing collaboration of Risk Management with other oversight and assurance functions (e.g. Internal Audit, Compliance, Legal, Information Security etc.). Build and maintain a strong network of partners in Functional areasRequired Qualifications:- Knowledge of financial services/insurance business and related products- Preferred 3-5 years of experience in operational risk management or a highly related field which may include roles in operations management, finance, third party risk, fraud, legal, audit, compliance, risk consulting etc.- Highly effective change agent who embraces change and leads change management;- Demonstrates a challenge mindset, providing oversight and challenge of risk mitigations where appropriate;- Excellent communications and interpersonal skills with an ability to negotiate, influence and collaborate for shared success and to build relationships with key partners and stakeholders;- Strong knowledge of risk management tools, techniques, and methodologies;- Team player who is adept at working in a matrix environment;- Self-starter with ability to work independently;- Detail-oriented with excellent analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategicallyWhen you join our team:- We #39;ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.- We #39;ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.- As part of our global team, we #39;ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.#LI-hybridGii thiu v Manulife và John HancockTp doàn Manulife Financial là nhà cung cp dch v tài chính quc t hàng du giúp mi ngui quyt dnh d dàng hon và có cuc sng vn toàn hon. Ð tìm hiu thêm v chúng tôi, hãy truy cp https://www.manulife.com.vn/ .Manulife là Nhà s dng lao dng không phân bit di xTi Manulife/John Hancock, chúng tôi luôn dón nhn s da dng. Chúng ta c gng thu hút, phát trin và duy trì lc lung lao dng da dng tuong t nhu nhng khách hàng mà chúng ta phc v, dng thi thúc dy mt môi trung làm vic hòa nhp, d cao th mnh ca tng nn van hóa và cá nhân. Chúng ta cam kt tuyn dng, duy trì, thang tin và tr luong mt cách công bng. Ðng thi, chúng ta qun lý tt c các hot dng và chuong trình ca mình mà không phân bit di x da trên chng tc, dòng h, xut thân, màu da, ngun gc dân tc, quyn công dân, tôn giáo hoc tín ngung tôn giáo, dc tin, gii tính (bao gm ph n mang thai và các tình trng liên quan dn mang thai), xu hung tính dc, dc dim di truyn, tình trng cu chin binh, bn dng gii, biu hin gii, tui tác, tình trng hôn nhân, tình trng gia dình, khuyt tt hoc bt k can c nào khác duc pháp lut hin hành bo v.Uu tiên ca chúng ta là loi b các rào cn d dem li co hi tip cn vic làm bình dng. Ði din B phn Nhân s s làm vic vi nhng ng viên có yêu cu diu chnh hp lý trong quá trình ng tuyn. Tt c thông tin duc chia s trong quá trình yêu cu diu chnh s duc luu tr và s dng tuân theo pháp lut hin hành và chính sách ca Manulife/John Hancock. Ð yêu cu diu chnh hp lý trong quá trình ng tuyn, hãy liên h vi recruitment@manulife.com .Referenced Salary LocationToronto, OntarioWorking ArrangementKt hpSalary range is expected to be between$86,250.00 CAD - $155,250.00 CADIf you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com 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 amp;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 recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.