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Reporting to the Director, Eastern Canada, Advisor Distribution, you’ll be the go-to expert for building strong relationships and driving Manulife’s investment strategies across your territory. Think of yourself as the connector, strategist, and trusted advisor all rolled into one!
Business Development Manager is an exciting and dynamic role, and we’re committed to setting you up for success! Our comprehensive training and onboarding program will give you everything you need to thrive. You’ll gain valuable knowledge and skills in finance, sales, entrepreneurship, and the advisor business, ensuring you have the tools to excel and build a rewarding career.
Position Responsibilities:
Partner Up: Work hand-in-hand with the Regional VP to co-manage a dynamic territory of portfolio managers and investment advisors.
Be the MVP: Become an indispensable partner by sharing market insights, shaping business strategies, and delivering smart investment counsel.
Own the Plan: Execute your business plan, hit your activity targets, and create an exceptional client experience every time.
Grow Big: Attract, acquire, and retain clients while increasing share of wallet—because growth is your game.
Team Player: Collaborate with internal teams to maximize distribution and deliver a seamless client journey.
Think Like an Analyst: Dive into investment strategy and portfolio construction analytics.
Know Your Stuff: Master Manulife’s products and keep tabs on what competitors are up to.
Play by the Rules: Uphold corporate and industry best practices.
Required Qualifications:
A university degree (bonus points for CFA, CIM, or FCSI).
3+ years of sales experience in the financial industry.
Deep knowledge of asset management and wealth management.
Bilingual (French & English) is required - The successful candidate will be required to communicate in English and French in order to support clients from various jurisdictions outside of Quebec.
And yes—you’ll be in the office 4 days a week (we love collaboration!).
Preferred Qualifications:
CFA Level 1 (an asset)
CSC completion preferred
A natural communicator with killer presentation skills.
Passion for capital markets and thriving in a sales-driven environment.
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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Salary & Benefits
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. Please contact [email protected] for additional information.
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 [email protected] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.
