This position is responsible for managing and overseeing the end-to-end operations of Pension and Benefits, as well as delivering related key high-impact projects in a timely manner. Part of the role’s accountability is to ensure the integrity of internal controls through the execution of an accurate and timely pension and benefits transactions. The Pension and Benefits Manager is expected to equip the direct reports and other team members with skills and knowledge required in the job, monitoring and managing team’s performance.

Position Responsibilities:

Managing end-to-end pension and benefits operations and related projects to success

Driving pension and benefits operations risk management and controls while ensuring compliance with local laws, regulations, and reporting requirements related to pension and benefits.

Leading and engaging pension and benefits team to deliver and execute service level agreements

Delivering key insights from Pension and Benefits metrics to HR leaders in country of coverage and the other Asia HR Operations team

Driving Employee Engagement initiatives in HR operations aligned with the local HR engagement plans and programs                                                                                                                                 

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; Master’s degree or certification in compensation and benefits is a plus.

5 years end-to-end Pension and Benefits Management experience, supporting the Philippine market, with at least 3 years of leadership experience in a managerial capacity

Experience in managing and partnering with Third Party Vendor/s

Strong Knowledge of Philippine government mandated benefits processes and proven proficiency in navigating online government portals

Key Leadership Skills:

Building and Leading Teams.

Motivating and Developing team members to deliver and excel.

Adapts quickly and can pivot to achieve the desired results.

Resilient and drives forward towards objectives in the face of adversity, resistance, or difficult situations.

Has a strategic mindset to support HR delivery of services

Good communication, presentation and influencing skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working for BPO, Shared Services or Financial Industries

Experience in SAP and Workday

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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