At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead data strategy and project management for Group Benefits, driving impactful data usage.
- Company: Join Manulife, a top international financial services provider with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible work environment, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values well-being and empowers your career journey.
- Why this job: Shape the future of data in a dynamic role that fosters career growth and innovation.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in data management, strong communication skills, and proven program delivery experience.
The predicted salary is between 113260 - 210340 $ per year.
Group Benefits is looking for a self-motivated, well-rounded Director, who can move between conversations on project management with Data Analysts to data strategy conversations with Senior Leaders. This opportunity will require a broad range of skillsets to pave the vision for data usage with Group Benefits, prioritize steps to create that vision, and hold the teams accountable for delivery.
Position Responsibilities:
- Quickly gain an in-depth understanding of business drivers and the data requirements needed to fuel growth.
- Set the strategic direction of data usage within Group Benefits and reinforce with Senior Management approval.
- Prioritize data requirements and reusable data objects with data teams responsible for handling, storage, and reporting.
- Hold teams accountable for the execution of the data strategy and report progress to Senior Management.
- Proactively identify shortcomings in resources to ensure project timelines are met.
- Manage partners in Advanced Analytics, IT, Product, Operations, and other areas throughout Group Benefits.
- Work with Legal, Privacy, and Business Development teams to ensure contracts create the inflow of data required to manage partnerships and achieve our data strategy.
- Adopt, develop, and accelerate Manulife’s data governance and data protection strategy and processes.
- Promote and educate peers on data protection policies.
- Be an active member of the Business Analytics Management Team.
- Lead special projects as required.
Required Qualifications:
- You have 3 years+ of data management experience.
- You have a university degree in a related field.
- You effectively engage and influence others - building strong relationships with IT, business, and other partners across the organization.
- You effectively and clearly communicate complex concepts (written and spoken).
- You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret complex compliance concepts.
- You have a proven track record of successful program development and delivery.
- You are flexible, creative, and can prioritize effectively.
- You can make informed risk-based decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- You are highly organized, planful, and excellent at time management.
- You embody our values: Own it, Think big, Obsess about our customers, Do the right thing, Get it done together, Share your humanity.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset. If the successful candidate is in Québec, proficiency in both languages will be required to support clients from various provinces outside of Quebec.
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.
Director, Group Benefits Data Services in Halifax employer: manulife
Manulife is an exceptional employer that prioritizes employee growth and well-being, offering a flexible work environment where innovation thrives. As a leader in AI Model Risk Governance, you'll have the opportunity to shape industry standards while collaborating with diverse teams across the globe. With a commitment to inclusion and professional development, Manulife empowers you to build a meaningful career in a supportive atmosphere.
