Join our IT Delivery and Project Management Team!

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organized professional to join our Technology Business & Operations team. This role will be coordinating and managing work across the Canadian Division Technology teams, in a matrixed environment. 

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of project management principles, be able to work independently with a strong sense of ownership for their work and excellent prioritization skills.

Responsibilities:

• Works with clients to define and manage the scope, strategy, requirements, and implementation of projects.

• Ensures that assigned projects are completed within budgets and schedules while meeting client business objectives.

• Sets and tracks project achievements; manages and accounts for unforeseen delays, then realigns schedules and expectations as needed.

• Facilitates project cost estimation exercises.

• Identifies, analyzes, mitigates, documents, and controls project risks.

• Provides effective and regular communication within the project team, collaborators, sponsors, and management.

• Identifies resourcing needs for the project and establishes roles, expectations, and goals with team members.

• Identifies project issues that impact project delivery and raises concerns to management.

• Manages multiple small and/or medium-sized projects ensuring project deliverables are met within budget and established targets.

What we are looking for:

• 3+ years of project management experience, with a demonstrated ability to effectively apply project management methodologies.

• College/University Degree and/or equivalent experience.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.

• Ability to build positive relationships within a matrix environment.

• Experience working with project planning and tracking tools.

• Experience using a defined project management and/or SDLC methodology.

• Some knowledge of technology platforms and environments.

• Proficient user of Microsoft Office.

Preferred attributes:   

• PMP certification.

• Ability to think strategically, assess alternatives for short-and long-term impacts and act decisively.

• Familiarity and/or experience with current cybersecurity and infrastructure challenges.

• Familiarity and/or experience with Microsoft Power Platform.

• Familiarity and/or experience with Organizational Change Management principles.

What can we offer?

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.

• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.

• A focus on growing your career path with us.

• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.

• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment:

Values-first culture

We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.

Boundless opportunity

We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.

Continuous innovation

We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.

Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.

Championing Corporate Citizenship

We build a business that benefits all collaborators and has a positive social and environmental impact.

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].

Waterloo, OntarioHybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$74,270.00 CAD - $137,930.00 CAD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] 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&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 [email protected] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.