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Manulife

Nov 6, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Legal
  • Dublin
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AI generated summary

  • You need a degree, 8-12 years in Asset Management Compliance, strong communication skills, knowledge of EU regulations, and a solutions-focused approach. Legal background and IMC are a plus.
  • You will oversee compliance reporting, implement regulatory policies, manage breaches, provide training, and address inquiries while collaborating with global compliance structures.

Requirements

  • Educated to degree level with a strong academic background
  • At least 8-12 years of experience in an Asset Management Compliance function or relevant industry experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with senior executives
  • Ability to apply knowledge to a dynamic and complex global business
  • Solutions focused in a risk-based environment
  • Excellent knowledge and understanding of Luxembourg and Irish Regulators and Regulation UCITS, AIFMD and MIFID rules and regulations
  • General understanding of other European regulation and regulatory developments
  • Ability to understand and interpret complex regulations, assess their interdependencies and summarize their impact to provide pragmatic advice to the broader business
  • Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
  • Pragmatic approach to managing multiple work areas and disciplines
  • Knowledge of complex securities
  • Ability to arbitrate and resolve conflicts between internal and/or external stakeholders
  • Work collaboratively with a wide range of business partners
  • Influence broadly across multiple stakeholders to provide regular advice to the business
  • A self-starter who can work effectively both independently and with others
  • Legal background an advantage
  • IMC or equivalent an advantage
  • Fluency in one or more European languages is desirable
  • Experience in dealing with global stakeholders and Boards of Directors is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Providing regular and ad hoc reporting to the ManCo and Fund Boards
  • The deployment and development of the MIMIL Compliance Programme
  • Implementation of regulatory developments and forming policy statements for adherence to applicable regulations
  • Working with the global compliance structures to ensure effective oversight of distribution activity and all relevant products distributed in the EEA
  • Responsibility for ensuring compliance with the Code of Ethics Policy (Global Compliance COE support) and all other relevant group and local policies
  • Oversight of all breaches and reviewing root causes to work with business partners to ensure recurrences are prevented
  • Regulatory reporting and management of the Compliance Calendar
  • Key compliance contact for Ireland employees. Provide training and information as required
  • Reviewing risks and controls in the various business units and service providers
  • Responding to various Board, client, and regulatory inquiries

FAQs

What is the primary reporting structure for the Compliance Director role?

The Compliance Director will report to the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) for EMEA at MIMIL.

What are the key responsibilities of the Compliance Director?

The Compliance Director will provide regular board reporting, develop the MIMIL Compliance Programme, implement regulatory developments, oversee compliance with policies, and manage compliance related inquiries.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have a degree with a strong academic background, 8-12 years of experience in Asset Management Compliance, excellent communication skills, knowledge of relevant regulations, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Are there any preferred qualifications for applicants?

Yes, a legal background, IMC or equivalent qualifications, fluency in European languages, and experience dealing with global stakeholders and Boards of Directors are preferred.

What is the work environment for the Compliance Director role?

The role is hybrid, allowing for both in-office and remote work arrangements.

How does Manulife/John Hancock support diversity and inclusion in hiring?

Manulife/John Hancock is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive work environment, free from discrimination based on various protected characteristics.

Will the Compliance Director have oversight responsibilities?

Yes, the Compliance Director will have oversight of Delegated Investment Managers, product governance, distribution compliance, and review risks and controls in various business units and service providers.

What accountabilities does the Compliance Director have regarding regulatory reporting?

The Compliance Director will manage the Compliance Calendar and ensure that all regulatory reporting requirements are met.

Is training provided for Ireland employees in compliance matters?

Yes, the Compliance Director will serve as the key compliance contact for Ireland employees and provide necessary training and information.

Where can I find more information about Manulife Financial Corporation?

More information about Manulife can be found on their official website at https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

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Manulife

Finance
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10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Manulife is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, we operate as Manulife across our offices in Canada, Asia, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. We have more than 40,000 employees, over 116,000 agents serving ~34 million customers worldwide, and over $1.3 trillion in assets under management and administration.