Senior Executive, Business Development Support

About the role

Manulife Financial Advisers is looking for a self-motivated, experienced Business Development Support to help enhance business growth. The role coordinates business development, learning and engagement initiatives, turns business information into clear materials and actionable insights, and works closely with directors and managers.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare presentation decks, meeting papers, reports and business updates for directors' and managers' meetings.
• Compile and analyse business performance data, market information and industry developments, presenting key observations clearly.
• Support business planning, maintain trackers for actions, milestones, program participation and key business indicators.
• Coordinate projects or work streams according to plans, timelines, policies and approval requirements.
• Develop and update training curricula, decks, case studies, facilitator guides and other learning materials for financial advisers.
• Coordinate external training programs, including scheduling, participant communications and liaison with trainers, vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Support sales enablement, adviser engagement and lead generation, and monitor campaign outcomes.
• Draft email campaigns and communication materials for recruitment, training, sales and engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate cluster meetings, business reviews, kick-offs, recognition activities and events, including logistics, materials and follow-up.
• Liaise with internal departments and external partners to secure approvals, resolve issues and support timely delivery.
• Provide process guidance and share information with stakeholders to ensure consistent program execution.

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Business Administration, Marketing, Learning and Development, Communications or a related discipline.
• Minimum three to five years of relevant experience in business support, business development, capability development, project coordination or financial services.
• Experience in financial advisory, insurance, bancassurance or banking distribution is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of business reporting, learning program coordination, communications, events or sales enablement.

Required skills

• Strong written communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Analytical, research and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet agreed timelines.
• Stakeholder coordination and ability to work independently within established guidelines and approval processes.

What we offer

• A flexible working arrangement (hybrid).
• Support for learning and career growth within a global team.
• A workplace that recognises and supports well-being and inclusion.