Manulife
Financial Services
ComplianceTeamLead,TestingCoE
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“Compliance Team Lead, Testing CoE at Manulife. Skills: Compliance Testing, Risk and Controls, Leadership. Lead and support compliance testing. Oversee testing deliverables”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure regulatory and internal compliance requirements are met; Drive and monitor team productivity and efficiency against agreed targets; Drives team performance to the highest possible level
Industry & Context.
Identify regulatory and control gaps; Assess root causes; Provide practical recommendations to improve business processes and strengthen control environments; analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and recommend practical solutions; Identifies strategic issues and raises questions to help businesses explore and address challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2-4 years of background in either Internal or External Audit, or experience with compliance testing and risk and controls, At least 1 year of leadership experience, College/University Degree and/or equivalent experience in Accounting, Legal, Finance, Business or related field
Nice to Have
Relevant certifications e. g. CPA etc) is an advantage, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, With experience in leading a team of professionals, Proven leadership capability that involves coaching and performance management, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and recommend practical solutions, Quick learner, detail oriented, proven ability in managing dynamic aspects of tasks simultaneously, Good interpersonal skills, flexible and adaptable when dealing with change with a awareness and understanding of cultural diversity, Takes initiative to make difficult trade-offs when faced with conflicting demands, rapidly changing events and high priority deadlines, Identifies strategic issues and raises questions to help businesses explore and address challenges, Leverages technology, tools and resources to drive process improvement and efficiency, Capable to collaborate with and manage stakeholders effectively
What You'll Do.
Lead and support compliance testing
Oversee testing deliverables
Execute testing activities
Ensure regulatory compliance
Support compliance testing plan execution
Conduct compliance testing
Identify regulatory gaps
Provide recommendations
Lead testing kick-off meetings
Develop testing programs
Coordinate data collection
Perform testing analysis
Follow up on outstanding items
Maintain working papers
Draft testing reports
Review testing workpapers
Ensure accurate deliverables
Prepare management presentations
Maintain working relationships
Coordinate operational activities
Support process improvement
Promote collaboration
Drive team productivity
Monitor team productivity
Support professional development
Communicate job expectations
Conduct performance appraisals
Develop training plans
Monitor training progress
Provide constructive feedback
Motivate team members
Drive team performance
Support strategic initiatives
Support workforce planning
Support capacity planning
Assist managing financial resources
Participate in initiatives
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Promoting collaboration within the team; Maintain working relationships with regulators, internal stakeholders, and business partners; Collaborate with and manage stakeholders effectively
Communication Scope
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Clear communication of job expectations and performance standards; Consistent communication
Process & Methodology
Support process improvement initiatives, Support compliance-related projects, Support the implementation and monitoring of team projects and strategic initiatives
Full Job Description
_We’re looking for a**Compliance Team Lead, Testing CoE** to join our Central Compliance team at MBPS. In this role, you will report to the Assistant Manager of the Central Compliance Testing team and is responsible for leading and actively supporting compliance testing, monitoring, and quality assurance activities. The role involves overseeing testing deliverables, managing team members, and directly participating in the execution of testing activities to ensure regulatory and internal compliance requirements are met._ **Position Responsibilities:** Compliance Testing and Monitoring * Support the implementation and execution of the annual compliance testing plan as approved and concurred with businesses * Conduct and oversee compliance testing, monitoring, and quality assurance activities across assigned business areas. * Identify regulatory and control gaps, assess root causes, and provide practical recommendations to improve business processes and strengthen control environments. * Lead testing kick-off meetings, develop detailed testing programs, templates, and questionnaires, and coordinate information and data collection from testing subjects. * Perform testing analysis, follow up on outstanding items, and ensure high-quality working papers and testing evidence are maintained. * Draft clear, accurate, and concise testing reports for management and stakeholders. Review, Reporting, and Quality Assurance * Assist the team in reviewing testing workpapers, findings, and final reports prior to release. * Ensure all testing activities and deliverables are completed accurately and on time. * Contribute to the preparation of management presentations and compliance-related training materials, as required. * Regulatory Research and Stakeholder Engagement * Research and monitor relevant regulations by reviewing regulatory issuances, bulletins, and other authoritative sources. * Maintain strong working relationships with regulators, internal stakeholders, and business part
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