Director, Global Technology Strategy

Director, Global Technology Strategy at Manulife

Join our Global Technology Strategy team!

As a leader within the Strategy team, you will drive and contribute to strategy and transformation efforts through collaboration, transparency, accountability, and innovative thinking.

You will be developing high impact strategies in partnership with executive leadership teams.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive technology strategy that supports Manulife's business goals and enhances our strong position.
• Lead the identification and evaluation of new technologies that can drive innovation and business transformation.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align technology initiatives with business priorities and objectives.
• Lead all aspects of the creation and execution of technology roadmaps, ensuring they are aligned with strategic goals.
• Foster a culture of innovation by promoting the adoption of new technologies and practices throughout the company.
• Manage relationships with key technology vendors and partners to harness external expertise and resources and maturing internal capabilities.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver strategic technology initiatives on time and within budget.
• Analyze industry trends to ensure Manulife remains at the forefront of technology advancements.
• Provide thought leadership and mentorship on digital transformation initiatives and technology investments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a senior technology strategy role, preferably within the financial services industry.
• Strong leadership to drive technology adoption including AI, machine learning, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic technology plans.
• Excellent leadership and team management expertise, demonstrating the capacity to influence and inspire change across the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence partners at all levels.

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 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 recruitment@manulife.com.

Working Arrangement & Compensation

Referenced Salary Location: Toronto, Ontario. Working Arrangement: Hybrid. Salary range is expected to be between $145,130.00 CAD - $195,130.00 CAD. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com 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 recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

Key skills/competency

• Technology Strategy
• Digital Transformation
• Innovation Leadership
• AI/Machine Learning Adoption
• Cloud Computing Strategy
• Cybersecurity Management
• Strategic Planning
• Vendor & Partner Management
• Cross-functional Team Leadership
• Industry Trend Analysis