Co-op Intern 6-months Asset & Liability Management (AML), General Account Investments Asia

The Opportunity

The Global Asset Liability Management group plays a leadership role in the identification and assessment of ALM related risks globally, along with the development of investment and risk management strategies to support the company’s business and financial objectives.  Becoming a member of the Asia ALM team offers a distinctive chance to engage with one of Asia’s foremost insurance companies in an investment-focused capacity. This role enables individuals to contribute directly to the company’s investment strategies, gaining valuable experience in asset and liability management within a dynamic and influential organization.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the core ALM team in Toronto to coordinate and review ALCO and various risk and investment reports.
• Monitor asset mix/quality/duration against approved investment strategies and support the leading ALM representative for remedial actions on violations.
• Support initiatives as necessary to deliver higher risk-adjusted returns for Asia Business Units

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership and work ethic, sees tasks through to completion.
• Undeterred by challenges and remains motivated, applying creative thinking to overcome obstacles.
• Communicates clearly and succinctly on technical and business matters.
• Previous internship experience in an investment role is an asset.
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Pursuing a degree in a related field (e.g. Business Administration, Finance, Economics)

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

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].