Asia Treasury is a key business function that develops and implements liquidity management strategies, provides day-to-day support of treasury operations, as well as offers best practice cash management solutions for Manulife Asia. We safeguard Manulife’s cash assets by working closely with all Asia business units to ensure a robust control environment. Our goal includes developing effective and efficient cash management principles and delivering the Treasury’s target operating model and vision across Asia.
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Liquidity Program Director for a 24-month contract to support the rollout of the Asia Liquidity Optimization project. This role will lead and coordinate all aspects of the project, ensuring that timelines are met, and delivering results that align with the project’s goals.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, project management expertise, and a strong business acumen as well as the ability to manage cross-functional teams effectively.
Position Responsibilities
Lead the execution and delivery of Asia Liquidity Optimization initiative across all entities (including both insurance and non-insurance entities) in the Asia segment. Focus on optimizing both operating and custody cash through excess cash reduction, enhancing short-term investment incomes, and adopting effective liquidity solutions.
Partner with business analysts to drive the end-to-end execution of Asia Liquidity Optimization initiatives, ensuring alignment on scope, priority, timeline, and costs with business sponsors, cross-functional stakeholders, and delivery teams.
Develop a comprehensive project plan and align the project scope, timeline, priorities, and requirements across Manulife stakeholders, project participants as well as external service providers.
Facilitate project communication and provide regular updates (both written and verbal) among project team members, stakeholders and senior management.
Closely monitor and report on project progress, identify challenges and potential risks, and work with the project team and stakeholders to mitigate them.
Ensure all project phases are completed on time and within scope.
Conduct risk assessments and implement change management strategies as needed.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in business analysis, project management, and financial services.
Strong business acumen, with an understanding of life insurance business and financial principles.
Project management skills - proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall). Experience with project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello).
Leadership and project team management skills, with the ability to lead, motivate, and guide project teams. Strong decision-making skills and accountability.
Communication skills - excellent verbal and written communication in English, with the ability to clearly articulate complex financial concepts and ideas.
Problem-solving and analytical skills - strong analytical skills to identify issues and provide effective solutions. Ability to think critically and strategically.
Stakeholder management - experience in engaging and managing stakeholders at various levels. Skills in negotiating and managing expectations.
Risk management - ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with projects.
Organizational skills - strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Ability to plan, execute, and oversee projects from conception to completion.
Adaptability and flexibility - ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities. Openness to new ideas and approaches.
Technical skills - familiarity with financial infrastructure, software, and systems (e.g., ERP systems, business automation tools). Understanding of data management and analysis tools.
Attention to detail - meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in project status, financial data and reporting.
Work ethics – strong sense of ownership and integrity to deliver as promised.
PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
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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Working Arrangement
Hybrid
