We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Manager, Information Risk Assurance and Automated Control Testing, responsible for executing and providing objective assessments of risk management activities and enhancing control assurance processes through control testing automation. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of risk management and data analytics.

Position Responsibilities:

Control Testing Automation: Lead the design and build of data analytics for automated control testing.

Assurance Activities: Support assurance activities in areas such as business continuity management, incidents, KRIs, KPIs, third-party risk management, IT asset inventory, and more.

Risk Management Services: Assess information and technology risks using control frameworks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Process Improvement: Standardize and continuously improve assurance processes and procedures.

Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain and foster relationships with internal stakeholders and provide insights to senior leadership and business groups.

Regulatory Awareness: Stay updated with evolving information and technology risks, regulations, and laws.

Required Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum 8 years in Assurance and Control testing, Information Security, Business Resiliency, or Technology Risk within a large enterprise.

Skills: Demonstrated expertise in IT controls assurance and data analytics. Previous experience in audit or second-line oversight. Comprehensive understanding of data analytics ecosystem components. Proficient in employing Power Apps, Power Automate, and Python for data analysis and automated control tests.

Education: University degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.

Certifications: Professional designations such as CA/CPA, CISSP, CISA, CRISC, FAIR, MBCP.

Preferred Qualifications:

Problem-solving and analytical mindset.

Strong communication, consulting, and report writing skills.

Ability to explain technical information to non-technologists.

Strong time management and organizational skills.

Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships.

Knowledge of regulatory environments in the U.S. and Canada.

Experience in IT Assurance, IT audit, information security, risk management, and compliance.

Results-oriented with a focus on quality and delivering value.

Strong presentation and facilitation skills to all levels and audiences.

Willingness to learn and explore new methods.

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 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.

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