This role is accountable for delivering critical compliance activities, including managing AML programs, AML audits, QA reviews, statutory audits, sanction due diligence, additional tasks/outcomes of Conduct Risk Framework, and support in managing compliance programs to address regulatory changes and business growth initiatives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Review compliance related documents and compliance functional work e.g., sanction review, corporate secretary work, external relations, review project base
• Identifying and assessing areas of significant business risk and implementing effective risk management strategies
• Conducting regular internal reviews, audits both internal and external, QA [Training QA, Policies & Procedures QA, KYC/CDD QA, Distribution Compliance related QA, etc.] to ensure compliance procedures are followed
• Developing and implementing compliance programs that align with legal and regulatory requirements
• Design, prepare, and deliver compliance training programs and materials, provide guidance on regulatory and compliance matters
• Preparing compliance reports for management and lead the implementation of compliance initiatives and action plans especially the outcome/ tasks of the Conduct Risk Framework.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate compliance risks.
• Support quality sales and monitor for sales misconduct
• Validate data accuracy in reports 
• Monitoring Archer Issues & CAP closure to ensure closure
• Contribute to the completion and execution of the 2026 Compliance Plan
• Assist to Senior Compliance Manager in his/her role setting up and maintaining a functional and effective compliance function to support Manulife Myanmar Life insurance company

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’ Degree and/ or Professional Degree in Business Management/ Financial Management/ LLB
• AML CFT Certificate By CBM/ Lawyer license will be advantaged

• At least 3 or 4 years of related experience in insurance, financial industry, law firm and other related industries is required

• Language proficiency in English & Myanmar

• Excellent communication skills with internal / external stakeholders
• Computer literacy 

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’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’ll 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 https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife 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.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected].

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