AVP leading Manulife’s global payroll and rewards operations for 40,000 employees. Driving governance, transformation, vendor performance, and high-performing international teams.
Responsibilities
Lead accurate, timely, and compliant global payroll delivery
Oversee payroll operations, benefits administration, and rewards-related services
Partner with People & Communications, Finance, Tax, Legal, Risk, and Technology teams
Support complex employee matters, escalations, and global operational priorities
Define and execute the global payroll and rewards services strategy
Lead operating model improvements, process simplification, automation, and service modernization
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance employee experience
Support organizational changes, acquisitions, business expansions, and strategic initiatives
Establish controls, policies, operational standards, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance
Manage business continuity and resiliency planning
Use metrics and insights to identify trends, manage risks, and improve performance
Lead payroll and rewards vendor relationships, governance, accountability, cost effectiveness, and continuous improvement
Lead and develop a global organization across multiple regions through coaching, talent development, succession planning, and engagement
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience
10+ years of demonstrated experience leading HR leaders and specialists in payroll, benefits administration, data management, and other HR operations
Cross-cultural experience in culturally diverse environments
Strong expertise in business process improvements
Ability to create a compelling vision and inspire commitment
Extensive leadership experience in global payroll, rewards operations, benefits administration, shared services, or HR operations within a large, complex organization
Deep understanding of payroll compliance, controls, governance, and vendor management
Experience leading global teams and large-scale operational or transformation programs
Knowledge of benefits administration, compensation operations, employee rewards programs, and service delivery models
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate effectively in highly regulated and control-focused environments
Experience with Workday, ADP, ServiceNow, or comparable HR, payroll, and case management platforms is preferred
Professional certifications such as CPP, CPA, or equivalent are an asset
Benefits
Learn and grow the career you want
Flexible environment supporting well-being and inclusion
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Mental health benefits
Vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and AD&D insurance coverage
Adoption/surrogacy benefits
Wellness benefits
Employee/family assistance plans
Retirement savings plans, including pension
Global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions
Financial education and counseling resources
Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days in Canada
Statutory leaves of absence
Incentive programs and incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance
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