The AVP of Strategy will lead a team of skilled strategists to develop and implement a comprehensive global strategy and lead execution of strategic projects, reporting to the VP of Global Marketing Strategy and Transformation. The team is responsible for delivering high-impact strategic initiatives to senior stakeholders, including the Global Marketing Leadership Team, the Executive Leadership Team, and the Board.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in management consulting, corporate strategy or investor relations with a focus on business, digital transformation, and customer experience, preferably in a premier consulting firm or large multi-national corporation.
• Proven ability to strategically influence senior leadership and work across complex, multi-functional teams.
• Skilled in identifying and negotiating early trade-offs to make critical decisions.
• Respected for delivering practical and realistic solutions.
• Exceptional facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to connect diverse facts and surface issues.
• High conceptual skills and strategic thinking ability.
• Proven success in working effectively in diverse environments and cultures.
• Demonstrates resilience and maintains a positive, winning attitude.

• Strategic Development: Co-lead the creation, implementation, and communication of the annual strategic planning process for Global Marketing. Ensure alignment with global segment and function strategy teams.
• Strategic Planning: Lead short-term and long-term strategic planning initiatives aligned with global marketing goals. Ensure timely delivery of key projects and milestones to senior stakeholders with clear communication and accountability.
• Special Projects: Drive strategic projects for the Global CMO or those sponsored by the Global Marketing Leadership Team that generate significant business value.
• Thought Leadership: Provide insights on industry and customer trends, with a focus on customer experience, digital transformation, and competitive intelligence.
• Organizational Influence: Influence and align the organization to the strategy through financial plans, business plans, CMO communications, annual goal setting, and project business cases.
• Team Leadership: Manage a team of 2-3 professionals, offering regular feedback, mentorship, and fostering an innovative, high-performance culture. Enhance team engagement and morale.
• Strategy Communication: Effectively communicate strategy to various key audiences, including the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), Manulife Board, and employees.
• Performance Metrics: Define and track critical metrics to achieve global business goals. Collaborate with the Portfolio Oversight & Reporting team to monitor and report on strategy execution.