Director, Sponsor Financial Services Lead

4 weeks ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Manulife Full time

Job Title: Director, Sponsor Financial Services

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, Sponsor Financial Services to join our team. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects related to our sponsor relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the Sponsor Receivable Accounts, including Client Financial Reporting, Controls, Commissions, and Premiums.
  • Preparation and review of the monthly/quarterly review with the VP & CFO.
  • Oversee financial compliance and risk management activities and project initiatives.
  • Lead and mentor a team to ensure high performance and continuous development.
  • Identify areas for improvement, implement best practices, automation, and digital tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and service delivery.
  • Collaborate with senior management and internal stakeholders across multiple teams.

What We Are Looking For:

  • Accounting Designation (CPA) with 5+ years of experience in financial management or related field, with a focus on sponsor or client financial services.
  • Proven history of success in driving financial performance and managing sponsor relationships.
  • Strong understanding of financial principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Highly analytical mindset with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the ability to adapt to change and drive results.
  • Strong analytical capabilities, very comfortable with quantitative & financial analysis. High level of conceptual skills and an ability to operate strategically.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership team members individually and collectively, and get recommendations approved and implemented.
  • Change management/ambiguity: ability to work in a challenging environment with limited information but continue to push tasks through based on known information, common sense and asking the right questions.
  • Meticulous: importance to detail to ensure the highest quality of work is shared with senior management for their review.
  • Research, analysis, and strong problem-solving abilities by identifying issues, taking a logical approach to finding an answer based on research and sound analysis.
  • Project management: ability to drive projects to execution by developing deliverables timelines and effectively managing stakeholders.
  • Strong business acumen, customer, and market focus; proven strategic thinking and execution skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in diverse environments and cultures.
  • Bilingual (French & English) preferred.

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: 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.
  • Boundless opportunity: 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 stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.

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