GRO Program HR

At Manulife we believe in investing in the future starting with you! Our GRO program is a boldnew approachto early talent development designed to launch your career with the support structure and opportunities you need to thrive. GRO is Manulifesflagshipearly talent than just ajobitsa launchpad for your career. GRO offersa consistent high-quality experience for new graduates across the organization.

Accelerate your career in human resources with our Human Resources Accelerator Program (HRAP) a key stream within our GRO early talent program. This two-year program features four 6-month rotations across high-impact HR functional areas such as HR Business Partner People Analytics Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Global Learning Talent Management Talent Acquisition Total Rewards and more. Youll gain hands-on experience build a broad HR foundation and develop a global perspective on how HR drives business success. As part of GRO youll join a vibrant community of peers benefit from professional development sessions core skills trainings mentorship leadership exposureand be empowered to growinto afuture-ready HR leader.

Position Responsibilities:

• Rotate through four core HR functions gaining exposure to strategic and operational aspects of human resources.

• Collaborate with cross-functional and global teams to support initiatives that align with business goals and enhance employee experience.

• Contribute to projects in areas such as workforce planning DEI strategy talent development compensation and HR analytics.

• Analyze data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and propose actionable solutions.

• Participate in coaching training and mentorship to support your growth and development throughout the program.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Human Resources or a related field or completion of an undergraduate degree and currently pursuing a post-graduate HR certificate with an expected graduation Spring 2027.

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with sound judgment.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

• A passion for continuous improvement and a drive to make meaningful change.

• Ability to influence through data and clear reasoning.

• A natural curiosity to learn and apply new skills in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

When you join our team:

• Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.

Application Instructions:

• Please submit a resume and cover letter in one PDF file.

Salary range is expected to be between

$80000.00 CAD - $100000.00 CAD

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. 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. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location please contact for the salary range for your location.

Manulife/John Hancock 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/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources.

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This posting supports an ongoing hiring initiative for existing and/or future vacancies.

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 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 .

Referenced Salary Location

Salary range is expected to be between

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. 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. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location please contact for the salary range for your location.

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 for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

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