About the role

  • Director & Chief Product Owner overseeing strategic direction and delivery of digital product portfolios. Leading cross-functional teams at Manulife for customer experience and business transformation.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee strategic direction, development, and delivery of digital product portfolio value streams.
  • Shape the future of customer experience and drive business transformation through innovative solutions.
  • Partner with stakeholders and technology teams to define product strategy and prioritize features.
  • Own the product vision, manage the backlog across multiple agile squads, and mentor Product Owners.
  • Coordinate across multiple stakeholders to drive product development decisions and success criteria.
  • Present key insights, vision, and progress updates to stakeholders as a change agent.

Requirements

  • 8–10 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and initiatives using SAFe/Scrum methodologies in a complex, globally diverse organization.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline; post-graduate degree preferred.
  • At least 5 years of industry experience with individual insurance and wealth products, service processes, and customer needs.
  • Proven track record in digital strategy and transformation within financial services, with strong knowledge of emerging digital technologies.
  • Familiarity with agile development methodologies, release management, and tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
  • Strong ability to adapt to change and understand the impact of emerging technologies.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels.
  • Experience with data analytics, change management, and digital engagement strategies.

Benefits

  • 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
  • Pension plans
  • Global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions
  • Financial education and counseling resources
  • Paid time off including holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
  • Full range of statutory leaves of absence

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Lead

Salary

CA$125,100 - CA$175,100 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

HybridTorontoCanada

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