Assistant Product Manager, MFA at Manulife

, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Management, Risk Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Product Research, Market Analysis, Investment Products, Sales Performance Monitoring, Product Launch, Training Coordination, Partner Relationship Management, Analytical Skills, Team Player, Initiative, Financial Knowledge, Mutual Fund Databases, Communication Skills

Industry

Insurance

Description

This role offers a unique opportunity for the product manager to curate a competitive suite of investment offerings. As a key contributor to our mission of delivering competitive and customer-centric solutions, the successful candidate will influence product management, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration. They will gain exposure to strategic decision-making, and also provides a platform for professional growth through engagement with diverse stakeholders. Position Responsibilities: Product Due Diligence & Product Research Responsible for competitive market and product information updates. Conduct product comparisons and pro-actively communicate product positioning and key features and benefits Conduct feedback / focus group sessions with reps Monitor product sales performance Exercise product inventory control to ensure product line is competitive and productive Handle product enquiry from sales force and internal customers Ongoing review of all investment products on the Approved Funds and Investment Products List – prompt action required to react to product, market or legislation changes, and to ensure information is kept up-to-date and accurate Creating and maintaining Recommended List based on different asset classes, sectors and regions to meet clients’ needs Ensuring products on the list meets MFA standards according to agreed standardized procedures Advice on products recommendation and assist reps with FAQ on a timely basis as required To develop and set up essential and/or unique product offerings, which will aid reps in their investment planning recommendations to clients / customers, e.g. Model Portfolios, Fund of Funds Product Launch Manage the whole end to end process of product due diligence to product launch To work with providers in developing sales tools for sales force to enhance their knowledge and competency Product Trainings Coordinate new product launch trainings Arrange for 3rd party induction training, investment seminars etc as and when required, so as to increase the knowledge, awareness and competency of MFA reps Business Relationships and Provider Onboarding Handle partner relationships Sourcing for suitable partners for onboarding to enhance our firm’s value proposition Manage the end-to-end process of onboarding product providers. Special Projects Handle projects related to MFA suite of Products eg.. product information, product recommendations, AI Process, etc Support company in ad-hoc projects/initiatives/strategy (e.g. HNW case management process, product bundling) Required Qualifications: Tertiary education in relevant discipline and at least 3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar role is preferred Knowledge and understanding of various investment types (e.g. ETFs, Unit Trusts, Bonds) and classes (e.g. Equities, Mixed Assets, Fixed Income) is required Resourceful and analytical Other key attributes include ability to multi-task, good team player, and strong initiative. Sound knowledge of global equity and fixed income markets Undertaken or are interested in additional finance-focused education, such as CFA, CAIA or equivalent Experienced user of mutual fund databases (Morningstar Direct) 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. 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 the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com. Working Arrangement Hybrid We're Manulife. And we’re on a mission to make decisions easier and lives better. Better is what drives us. It’s what inspires us to find new ways to support customers and colleagues in living longer and healthier lives. It’s the reason we’re dedicated to investing in digital innovation and accelerating a sustainable and economically inclusive future. Joining us means you’ll be empowered to learn and grow your career. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. And as part of our global team, you’ll help shape the future you want to see – and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go. We’re proud of our accomplishments and recognitions. Recent awards include: 2024 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner Manulife Named one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2023 Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2023 We’ve been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2024) Manulife included in Bloomberg’s 2023 Gender-Equality Index To receive our latest job opportunities directly to your inbox, create an account or sign in and navigate to the ‘Job Alerts’ section located in the top right corner of the page. From there, you can sign up to receive job alerts. Our ambition is to be the most digital, customer-centric global company in our industry. Learn more at https://www.manulife.com/.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Product Manager will be responsible for product due diligence, market research, and managing the end-to-end process of product launches. They will also coordinate training for new products and handle partner relationships to enhance the firm's value proposition.