Director, Fund Administration

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Fund Administration to join our Treasury & Portfolio Services team!

In this critical leadership role, you will be responsible for a team dedicated to leading and optimizing the operational processes for our funds, with a particular emphasis on NAV (Net Asset Value) and Custody oversight. As the Director, you will orchestrate key departmental projects and initiatives, driving innovation and efficiency. Additionally, you will serve as the primary relationship manager, encouraging strong connections with both internal partners and external service providers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Managers within the Fund Administration department passionate about accounting and custody oversight across the John Hancock Funds' platform.

• Daily team management and leading the execution of defined team strategy.

• Direct ownership of the Custodian Bank relationship.

• Intensive focus on NAV accuracy and the appropriate execution of accounting treatments.

• Assist in the leadership and support of various Fund Events such as Fund launches, mergers, and adoptions.

• Coordinate various team objectives including the execution of Fund distributions, daily use of available liquidity facilities, creation of Board of Trustee reporting, and numerous accounting focused reviews.

• Daily engagement with Custodian Banks to solution complex or unique operational scenarios in order to ensure the avoidance of material Fund impacts or issues.

• Lead team's involvement in large-scale cross-departmental projects and initiatives.

• Coordinate team support and involvement in various internal committees such as the Complex Securities Committee, Dividend Committee, and Risk & Investment Operations Committee.

Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of relevant financial services industry experience.

• 10 years of demonstrated leadership experience.

• Extensive experience and comfort with GAAP principles.

• CPA designation.

• Strong accounting background with proven ability to draft and execute complex accounting policy.

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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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 [email protected].

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If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] 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/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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