Senior Director, Audit and Advisory Services

Remote, USA • Full-time • Posted 2026-05-04

About the position

We are a thriving, energetic, and collaborative team dedicated to driving value and fostering a culture of excellence within Manulife. Joining our team means taking on a pivotal role in providing independent and objective assessments to strengthen governance, risk management, compliance, and internal control within a leading auditing group. We embrace innovative ideas to deliver efficient, effective, and insightful audit results.

Lead and inspire a team of professionals in performing US and Europe Retail Wealth audit projects, reporting progress to AVP and VP.
Forge strong relationships with business units, particularly in US and Europe Retail Wealth and US Retirement sectors.
Oversee audit teams to ensure high-quality work that meets departmental and IIA standards.
Lead multiple projects efficiently, addressing any timing or budget issues with leadership.
Assess business unit risks, develop audit scopes, and evaluate control effectiveness.
Craft clear, engaging audit reports with concise executive summaries and risk management ratings.
Present findings to management, resolve issues, and agree on actionable solutions.
Track and ensure resolution of open audit issues.
Mentor and provide feedback to staff, enhancing their development and performance.
Leverage technology and data analytics to boost audit efficiency and effectiveness.
Coordinate annual SOX and MAR testing with management, external auditors, and other teams.
Contribute to annual audit planning and risk assessment for assigned areas.
Schedule audit projects, optimize resource use, and promote staff development.
Offer risk management consulting to business units through recommendations and engagements.
Recruit and nurture top talent, maintaining high team engagement.
Collaborate with peers to drive continuous improvement in the Audit function.
Support external auditors and manage special investigations or consulting projects as needed.

Over 10 years of experience in internal/external audit, risk management, or investment-related fields.
Bachelor's degree required; advanced certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA, CA) are a plus.
Knowledge of Internal Audit standards, control frameworks, risk management, and regulatory requirements, particularly in the investment and US retirement sectors.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand business processes, assess risks, and provide practical, valuable recommendations.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage and influence team members.
Dedicated to achieving goals while prioritizing quality and ongoing improvements.
Ability to work independently while leading and developing a team, managing multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines.
Innovative approach with a focus on enhancing audit quality and process efficiency.
Experience in agile environments (e.g., agile auditing, agile projects) is beneficial.
Solid understanding of technology's impact on business risks.
Proficiency in using data analytics to enhance audit coverage and efficiency.

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Mental health benefits
Vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and AD&D insurance coverage
Adoption/surrogacy benefits
Wellness benefits
Employee/family assistance plans
Retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans)
Global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions
Financial education and counseling resources
Generous paid time off program including up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time

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