The Analyst will play a key role in supporting Manulife Wealth’s Capital Markets Group (CMG) in the execution of corporate finance, advisory and structured notes transactions, new issue due diligence, valuation modeling, investment product analysis, and transaction documentation. The successful candidate will assist in managing the workflow of new issues, proprietary products, and structured transactions, working closely with senior CMG professionals.

This role requires strong analytical capability, sound judgment, high attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a time-sensitive environment. The Analyst will interact with internal stakeholders, external issuers, advisors, and product teams to ensure accurate, timely, and well-executed transaction support.

Responsibilities

Transaction Due Diligence & Analysis:

• Conduct due diligence on transactions, issuers, businesses, competitors, and industry positioning.

• Review and analyze financial statements and performance metrics.

• Support the preparation of valuation materials, financial models, and transaction documentation.

• Assist in assessing financial, operational, and regulatory risks.

Transaction Execution Support:

• Manage transaction documentation and ensure accuracy of all required materials.

• Prepare presentations, analytical packages, and proposals for internal and external audiences.

• Coordinate information flows among issuers, advisors, and Manulife Wealth stakeholders.

• Facilitate internal reviews and approvals for transactions and issuer materials.

Issuer & Product Support:

• Evaluate and monitor investment products across issuers and platforms.

• Support CMG professionals in assessing suitability criteria and investment merits of new issues and structured products.

• Assist in research related to capital markets transactions, issuer backgrounds, regulatory filings, and new product evaluations.

Operational & Administrative Support:

• Maintain organized records of transactions, research findings, and due diligence files.

• Support the management of workflows relating to internal approvals, documentation tracking, and issuer communications.

• Provide general analytical and administrative support to the Senior Managing Director and CMG team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Commerce, or related field.

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.

• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and commitment to high-quality work.

• Prior experience in capital markets, corporate finance, research, investment banking, or financial analysis is an asset.

Competencies

• Strategic thinking with strong business and financial acumen.

• Team-oriented, collaborative mindset.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Exercising judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.

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 .

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary & Benefits

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. Please contact recruitment@manulife.com for additional information.

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.