Strategy & Analytics Project Manager

Overview

The Strategy & Analytics Project Manager will report to the AVP Strategy & Analytics and will play a key role in assisting the North America Treasury Operations leadership with strategic planning and execution, managing strategic projects, and helping stand up the nascent Reporting & Analytics function. The role involves working with Treasury Operations leadership, internal partners (IT, BUs, Treasury, Asia Treasury Ops, Advanced Analytics, Global Operations, etc.), and colleagues in the Strategy & Analytics team. Success will be measured by the execution of NATO's defined strategy (including projects managed personally) and the achievement of strategic KPI targets. This is an opportunity for a PM with a strategic orientation to build or expand experience in strategic planning, execution, and delivering business results.

Position Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Execution

• Work with the AVP Strategy & Analytics and the Treasury Operations leadership team to support strategic activities (e.g., strategic planning, execution, communications, reporting).
• Monitor NATO strategic roadmap execution and KPI performance; proactively flag and solve issues, maintain schedules, and help achieve targets.
• Manage key strategic projects personally as required (scope, schedule, budget).
• Lead or support enterprise ODF (Outcome Delivery Framework) activities as required (e.g., business cases, financial reporting, GIA updates).
• Coordinate with key internal partners as needed.
• Lead or support PM activities around AI & automation initiatives (tracking, reporting).
• Contribute to the production of strategic messaging, decks, etc.
• Plan, manage and facilitate periodic strategy or leadership meetings as needed.
• Conduct strategic research (industry, best practices, new technologies).
• Lead or support department-level activities (e.g., Townhalls, key communications).
• Identify opportunities to use AI & automation to streamline work and strategic processes.
• Build strong relationships and credibility with stakeholders inside and outside the department.
• Lead or support other strategic activities as needed.

Reporting & Analytics

• Assist with the reporting & analytics new request intake and delivery management process, as required.
• Manage key reporting & analytics projects personally as required.
• Help establish and manage centralized processes and capabilities to define, measure, and report on NATO strategic & BAU KPIs, including the use of analytics, dashboards, automation, and standardization as applicable.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years as an intermediate or senior Project Manager (technical and/or non-technical projects).
• 5+ years using PM tools & methodologies to manage projects or other work (all phases: initiate, plan, execute, monitor, adjust, close).
• 3+ years creating project or other reporting for leadership audiences.
• Superior planning and organization skills; can comfortably manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (all audiences, from IC up to VP+).
• Strong slide design & presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Formal accreditation in project management an asset.
• Experience working on strategic activities (strategic planning, execution, communications) an asset.
• Experience with Manulife's ODF, BoW and/or GIA an asset.
• Experience with data, reporting, analytics and/or dashboarding an asset.
• Experience with AI and/or automation tools an asset.

What you'll get

• 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 prioritized.
• 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, please visit Manulife's website.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Manulife/John Hancock embraces diversity and fosters an inclusive work environment. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation without discrimination on grounds protected by 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. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact recruitment@manulife.com.

Working Arrangement

Working Arrangement: Hybrid

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