Strategy Analyst

**Description** --------------- The Strategy Analyst, is a key part of the Manulife Bank Strategy, Governance and Controls team and will contribute to the successful delivery of the overall strategic mandate. This role will support the development, monitoring, reporting and communication of the strategy. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and a skilled communicator with the ability to make complex concepts simple and engaging for various audiences **Position Responsibilities:** * Partner with team members to drive Manulife Bank's transformation and strategic priorities, represent the team on cross-functional work, identify issues, escalate as required, and recommend solutions to keep priorities on track. * Support business and function leaders in developing and accelerating strategic growth initiatives in line with the Bank's strategic objectives. * Participate in special projects involving research, analysis and synthesis of industry trends, market positioning or competitive activity to form recommendations and understand impact on the business. * Participate in the delivery of annual planning and reporting activities for the segment. * Support the planning and development of Bank employee events including Quarterly Leaders Forums, town halls, lunch & learns, and other key bank wide events **Required Qualifications:** * 1-2 years of experience in a strategy function (or equivalent) within large multi-national corporation * Good business acumen and understanding of the strategy function * Excellent analytical capabilities, very comfortable with quantitative & financial analysis * Demonstrated ability to influence and get recommendations approved * Regarded as a realistic and practical individual, and is respected for ability to deliver * Strong communication skills * Demonstrated ability to work effectively in diverse environments and culture **Preferred Qualifications:** * University degree preferred * Prior experience in top tier management consulting, investment banking or similar strategy roles preferred ***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. #LI-Hybrid The role being advertised is an existing vacancy. **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