Reporting to Head of Reporting, the Analyst is responsible for reporting regular and ad hoc performance of general fund assets, with a focus on fixed income portfolios, under the liability-driven, spread-based performance measurement methodology. The Analyst will provide business requirements and subject matter expertise where needed. The candidate will also leverage tools to enhance analysis and improve processes. Downstream reporting & analysis performed for Senior Management, Portfolio Managers and Investments Front Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular and ad hoc historical performance reporting and analysis for all General Fund Investment assets, including attribution factor analysis for Asian, Canada and U.S. investment desks
• Work with the various investment desks to review, analyze and report on the performance of non-fixed income assets (e.g. Timber & Agriculture, Real Estate, Private Equity & Mezzanine, Oil & Gas).
• Produce key performance reports: Quarterly Investment Performance Package, Global and Divisional ALCO Performance Dashboard & Board reports, monthly performance attribution
• Support the quarterly calculation of Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) performance scores for investment desk heads and the Investment Controllers Group.
• Provide analytical support on new initiatives (e.g. developing spread methodology for new territories/investment strategies, formulate implementation plan for new performance measurement initiatives or new investment mandates etc.).
• Maintain efficient communication channels with the Front Office and Investment Finance Group. Strong communication ensures the timely and effective resolution of issues, changing priorities, future and current projects, ad-hoc requests or underlying methodology disclosures. \
• Leverage new tools and technology (AI, PowerBI, CoPilot etc.) to provide advanced analytics and improved processes

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline combined with strong investment industry experience.
• Over two years' relevant experience and sound knowledge of fixed income, equity and money market instruments.
• Understanding of investment markets, benchmarks, drivers of performance and liability driven performance measurement
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and establish priorities to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork and communication skills.
• Highly developed computer skills with the aptitude to learning new systems.
• Intermediate to Advanced skills in PowerBI, MS Excel, MS Access, Visual Basic, Python and SQL.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis (notably regression methods).
• Enrolled in or completion of Chartered Financial Analyst designation is an asset.

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

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Referenced Salary Location

CAN, Ontario, Toronto, 200 Bloor Street East

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$61,350.00 CAD - $102,250.00 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.