Director of Compliance

The Director, Compliance, within the John Hancock Chief Compliance Officer’s Office (the “CCO’s Office”), supports the compliance programs for John Hancock Personal Financial Services ("JHPFS"), Manulife John Hancock Investments and the John Hancock Group of Funds. The Compliance Director is responsible for administering a compliance program and providing compliance guidance to ensure that JHPFS meets its regulatory compliance obligations.   In addition to JHPFS responsibilities, this Director role will also provide compliance support to the Sub-Adviser and Service Provider Oversight Team accountable for supporting/managing the sub-adviser/service provider oversight, due diligence and annual 15c process required under SEC Rules 38a-1 and 206(4)-7.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assisting in performing compliance testing in support of the Rule 206(4)-7 Report for JHPFS
• Attending and participating in governance committees for JHPFS
• Assisting in the production and filing of JHPFS’ Annual SEC Form ADV Filing
• Advising and guiding business colleagues on regulatory matters and strategic business initiatives
• Managing the sub-adviser oversight program, including risk dashboard production and preparation of Board reporting requiring review
• Reviewing and analyzing sub-adviser due diligence questionnaire responses, escalating and addressing any emerging issues 
• Working closely with the GWAM Vendor Management team to manage the service provider oversight program in support of the Funds’ Rule 38a-1 obligations
• Managing sub-adviser oversight documentation
• Assist with the annual contract renewal process required under Section 15 (c) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
• Supporting the team in managing Enterprise Compliance responsibilities, including activities associated with the John Hancock Trust Company, and other US Retail Businesses/legal entities
• Act as an advisor to business unit management on compliance matters and issues by providing regulatory insight and applying sound business judgement

Required Qualifications:

• 7-10 years of experience in investment operations, compliance, auditing, or regulatory roles within the asset management or mutual fund industry.
• Deep knowledge of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and related compliance practices.
• Strong understanding of U.S. investment/securities products, operations, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and influence senior stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and compliance systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strategic leadership and relationship-building skills with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated comfort operating in a fast‑paced, technology‑driven environment with evolving business and regulatory demands
• Experience working within Agile delivery frameworks and collaborating effectively with cross‑functional Agile teams

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.

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The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

About Manulife and John Hancock

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Manulife/John Hancock 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/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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