Senior Director, Regulatory & Public Affairs, Asia

 

Reporting to Vice President, Head of Regulatory & Public Affairs (RPA) Asia, this position will be working closely with Global and Asia RPA, Global and Asia and Legal, Compliance, Communications and business teams to conduct/ manage policy analysis, government and stakeholder engagement, advocacy and thought leadership programs to build trust among government officials and stakeholders and create a favourable business environment for our business in Asia. The position will be based in Hong Kong.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Head of RPA Asia and CEOs/senior leadership/RPA team in Asia to build the market-specific RPA strategy, create and execute programs to support our life insurance, wealth and asset management business in Asia especially Greater China and our Greater Bay Area (GBA) strategy and the arising business opportunities.

• Work with the markets teams to build and strengthen relationships with Manulife’s key stakeholders in Asia (especially in markets where there are no dedicated RPA team) including policy makers, regulators, industry associations and think tanks to raise Manulife’s profile and reputation as a trusted and responsible foreign investor and industry leader.

• Work closely with Global and Asia Sustainability team to support the roll out of Manulife’s ESG efforts in the region.

• Conduct analysis on key political, major public policy and regulatory changes related to our business strategy and development in the region.

• Support Global/Asia/Emerging Markets CEOs’ in-market government/stakeholder engagement programs and attendance/ speaking roles in high profile conferences and forums and help prepare briefing notes and provide input to speeches as required and appropriate.

• Work closely with Legal & Compliance team and business teams to support regulatory approvals for licences and transactions.

• Work with Legal & Compliance team in regional office and local markets on in-market/cross jurisdiction advocacy initiatives linked to opportunities and impediments to Manulife’s business, as well as policy thought leadership programs such as joint research/seminars with the policy makers, regulators and industry associations on key issues/themes in line with Manulife’s business strategy and the markets’ top policy priorities.

Required Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will have at least 12 years’ experience in government and/or public affairs.

• Demonstrated ability to quickly understand the issues facing Manulife and the insurance/wealth and asset management industry and be an effective problem-solving partner with business teams in the markets.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills in Mandarin Chinese and English.

• The proven ability of teamwork and partnership, self-motivated, flexible, adaptable, detail and results oriented.

• Ability to prioritize and balance competing issues and direct resources accordingly under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

• Strict adherence to confidentiality and exhibiting a high level of professionalism at all times.

• Strong coordinating and project management skills to ensure the efficient and timely delivery of projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Undergraduate and/or master’s degree in economics, finance, political science, international relations is preferred, knowledge of the financial (especially insurance and/or asset management) industry would be considered an asset.

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].

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

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].

Hybrid