We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Business Analyst to join our Group Benefits Member Personalization team!

In this role, you will be responsible for digging deep into data to uncover business issues and drive improvements. You will become a subject matter expert, playing a critical role in understanding our current business environment and optimizing performance through data-driven insights. The ideal candidate will be proactive, curious, and eager to make a significant impact on our business strategies and outcomes.

*This is a hybrid opportunity in our Toronto or Waterloo office locations (3 days in office).

Position Responsibilities

• Data Exploration and Business Insight

  • Conduct thorough investigations and in-depth research to understand current business issues and challenges.

  • Analyze datasets to identify patterns, anomalies, and areas of concern.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to become a subject matter expert on business processes and systems.

  • Document and communicate findings to stakeholders to drive informed decision-making.

• Performance Analysis and Reporting

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive reports to track ongoing performance metrics and KPIs.

  • Conduct regular analyses to identify breakages or inefficiencies in digital communication processes.

  • Provide actionable insights and recommendations to optimize business performance and enhance digital communication strategies.

  • Work closely with technical teams to ensure data accuracy and integrity in reporting.

Required Qualifications:

• 3-5+ years of relevant experience as a Business Analyst, Data Analyst, or in a similar role.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

• Experience with Analytics tools like Adobe Analytics, Power BI or equivalent.

• Experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

• Self-starter who can proactively work with stakeholders to navigate a complex environment.

• Experience with digital health businesses, services, platforms and / or assets.

• Strong ability to rapidly gather, structure, and present data analysis with experience working with data science teams to derive actionable results.

• Strong communication skills, including ability to translate complex technical issues into fundamental concepts.

• Strong relationship-building skills to build effective working relationships with Segment and business unit leaders.

• Highly developed financial acumen and business orientation.

• Ability to influence across all lines of business and at all levels within the Company.

• Adaptability to respond to changing priorities.

• Flexibility to manage multiple and competing priorities.

• Work well under pressure.

• High level of self-motivation and keen sense of 'owning' and delivering on project deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of Group Benefits experience is an asset.

• University degree. MBA or other business-oriented education would be an asset.

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 recruitment@manulife.com.

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Salary range is expected to be between

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com 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 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 and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.