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Manulife

Director, US Reinsurance Operations

Manulife

. Manage Reinsurance Operations strategy and execute plans supporting growth in reinsurance arrangements .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaLead💰 CA$125,100 - CA$175,100 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Reinsurance Operations with a strategic focus on enhancing process efficiency and delivering high-quality service. Proven ability to lead teams, drive operational growth, and align business strategies with organizational goals.

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Reinsurance Operations ManagementProcess EngineeringTeam LeadershipChange ManagementLife Insurance Knowledge

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Hard Skills
Operational EfficiencyProject ManagementQuality ImprovementData AnalysisBenchmark Development
Soft Skills
Strong CommunicationInfluencing SkillsProblem-SolvingStaff DevelopmentPresentation Skills
Tools & Technologies
Administration SystemsSupport Technologies
Industry Keywords
ReinsuranceLife InsuranceOrganizational ManagementCustomer-Centric CultureStrategic Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Manage Reinsurance Operations strategy and execute plans supporting growth in reinsurance arrangements
  • Enhance process engineering and operational efficiency to manage risk and improve organizational effectiveness
  • Ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery and provide insight into the reinsurance portfolio
  • Participate in Group Reinsurance Management Team strategic planning and leadership
  • Contribute to Operations strategy and participate in major projects and initiatives
  • Translate Segment business strategy into plans and projects for Reinsurance Operations
  • Lead, motivate, and develop Reinsurance Operations teams
  • Act as business owner/lead product owner for the US reinsurance portfolio of work
  • Set objectives for direct reports and lead operational growth and change
  • Develop a customer-centric culture and provide career growth opportunities
  • Liaise with John Hancock Senior Management to align goals with business strategy
  • Establish and implement quality and productivity initiatives for continuous improvement
  • Deliver large-scale projects transforming business processing and Reinsurance Operations within Group Finance and Actuarial
  • Prioritize development and maintenance of administration systems and support technologies
  • Develop programs and benchmarks to measure quality and productivity in Reinsurance Operations processes
  • Lead in ambiguous, high-pressure environments while improving operational effectiveness and providing value-added insights

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Strategic orientation
  • Ability to interact with numerous other areas and Senior Management on key business issues
  • Strong management skills in leadership, staff development, team building, and organizational management
  • Strong presentation facilitation and communication skills
  • Excellent understanding of life insurance and reinsurance
  • Ability to translate external issues and trends to internal business strategy
  • Operationally focused and results-oriented
  • Strong change management and communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
  • Superior influencing and negotiation skills
  • Ability to adhere to high ethical standards while maintaining/promoting a positive work environment
  • Strong process and productivity orientation

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible work environment
  • Learning and career growth opportunities
  • Well-being and inclusion support
  • Health, dental, mental health, and vision coverage
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life and AD&D insurance coverage
  • Adoption/surrogacy benefits
  • Wellness benefits
  • Employee/family assistance plans
  • Retirement savings plans, including pension
  • Global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions
  • Financial education and counseling resources
  • Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days in Canada
  • Statutory leaves of absence
  • Incentive programs and incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance