Mid-Market Implementation Specialist

Mid-Market Implementation Specialist

Manulife Group Benefits has an impressive market share in Mid-Market account business. Growth and client retention in this market segment requires innovative thinkers who can develop solutions that balance customer need with organizational capabilities.

We have an immediate opportunity for a full time Mid-Market Implementation Specialist on the New Business Team.

The Mid-Market Implementation Specialist will be accountable for the successful and accurate implementation of Coverage and Non-Coverage Mid-Market Plan Sponsors. The Implementation Specialist will provide expert navigation for Plan Sponsors and Advisors as they transition their Group Benefits plan to Manulife. This will be achieved by having comprehensive knowledge in the areas of systems, pricing, underwriting, administration, and customer service. The individual serves as the subject matter expert in all relevant areas, for ensuring effective implementation of newly sold group benefit policies.

Position Responsibilities :

• Dedicated contact during the implementation, providing clear verbal and written communications that provides value to both the Regional Group Office (RGO) sales staff, Plan Sponsors and Market Sources
• Ensure sold plan designs can be administered within the technology, processes, procedures and product offerings utilized within all areas of Group business
• Evaluate and determine appropriate non-standard risk assessments
• Provide analysis and technical support regarding product, pricing and alternate funding arrangements
• Engage Group Benefit business internal partners as needed to resolve client requests and issues, escalating to management as necessary
• Support the RGO in maintaining Plan Sponsor and Market Source relationships by responding to risk, benefit, eligibility and administrative inquiries
• Demonstrate a keen understanding of liability associated with various group benefits arrangements

Required Qualifications :

When You Join Our Team :

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Referenced Salary Location CAN, Ontario - Full Time Remote

Working Arrangement Remote

Salary range is expected to be between $57,675.00 CAD - $96,125.00 CAD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education / training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption / surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee / family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.