The Valuation Manager is responsible for supporting actuarial valuation production, reporting, forecasting, and business planning activities. The role works closely with the Senior Manager and Head of Valuation to support the timely delivery of actuarial analyses, reporting, forecasting, and business planning activities.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Valuation and Financial Management

• Support production of actuarial valuation results and financial reporting deliverables.

• Prepare reserve analyses, Drivers of Earnings reporting, and management information.

• Support investigations into emerging experience and valuation movements.

• Support forecasting, planning, and scenario analysis activities.

• Maintain actuarial documentation, controls, and reporting processes.

2. In-Force Business Management

• Support monitoring of persistency, claims experience, and key portfolio performance indicators.

• Assist in analyses supporting crediting rate, cap rate, and dividend-related reviews.

• Support investigations into emerging trends and profitability drivers.

3. Business Support & Advisory

• Perform actuarial analyses supporting business initiatives, projects, and management requests.

• Support assessments of business opportunities, product enhancements, and strategic initiatives.

4. Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, controls, and operational efficiency.

• Assist with automation and process enhancement initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate-level actuarial student progressing toward professional qualification from a recognized actuarial organization.

• 5 to 7 years of relevant actuarial experience in life insurance valuation, financial reporting, pricing, or related actuarial functions.

• Experience with actuarial modelling systems is preferred; knowledge of AXIS would be an advantage.

• Good understanding of IFRS 17 is preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across actuarial, finance, and business functions.

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

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