Director of Investment Risk Solutions

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Manulife Full time
Job Description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead our Investment Risk Oversight team. As a key member of our Global Wealth organization, you will play a critical role in aligning our technology and solutions' capabilities to enable independent oversight of investment risks across portfolios managed and/or manufactured within Manulife's GWAM segment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain the infrastructure for collecting, storing, and managing risk data, including data lakes, data warehouses, and data pipelines.
  • Develop and implement advanced analytics and modeling techniques to assess and quantify investment risks, including scenario analysis, stress testing, and predictive modeling.
  • Identify, evaluate, and implement digital tools and platforms to streamline risk management processes, such as risk assessment, monitoring, and reporting.
  • Leverage technology to automate manual risk management tasks, enhance data quality, and improve the efficiency of risk processes.
  • Manage and prioritize queue of development and enhancement requests for existing tools and solutions.
  • Leverage data visualization tools such as Microsoft PowerBI or Tableau to communicate complex risk concepts effectively to stakeholders.
  • Manage and develop a team of 2-3 risk professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to support their growth and development.
  • Stay abreast of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to investment risk oversight, ensuring compliance and adherence to best practices.

What Motivates You?

  • You are passionate about delivering exceptional results and making a meaningful impact.
  • You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable with ambiguity.
  • You are a collaborative leader who can build and motivate high-performing teams.
  • You are committed to staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.
  • You are a strategic thinker who can develop and implement innovative solutions.

What We Are Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field. Advanced degrees and key designations (e.g., MBA, CFA, CAIA, FRM/PRM) are highly desirable.
  • Minimum 7 years' experience in investment risk management within a buy-side investment management firm or related financial institution, with a strong understanding of investment risk oversight principles.
  • Proven track record of developing and implementing effective risk management solutions.
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with proficiency in risk modeling and statistical analysis, especially in modelling complex financial instruments.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, with experience in automating processes and enhancing risk modeling capabilities.
  • Experience with data visualization tools such as Microsoft PowerBI or Tableau, with the ability to create compelling visualizations to communicate complex risk concepts.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience managing teams and driving results in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • 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 to You

  • Values-first culture
  • Boundless opportunity
  • Continuous innovation
  • Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Championing Corporate Citizenship


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