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The opportunity

The Executive Assistant will work with a dynamic, collaborative group of attorneys and paralegal, assisting with client support for the business teams, maintaining calendar for the Deputy GC, Chief Counsel and other attorneys, maintain proficiency with all Microsoft updates and applications used by the team, assisting with the bi-weekly team meetings and agendas, and drafting email responses to various internal business partners for the team among other support work.

Responsibilities

• Handles administrative tasks as assigned by manager to support area of focus.

• Types and produces reports, letters, graphics and other documents. Handles routine correspondence as directed.

• May independently compose documents based on verbal direction and /or knowledge of company policy and procedures.

• Sets up and maintains filing system for assigned department, including confidential data and ensures records are accurate and up-to-date.

• Handles administrative projects as assigned by manager and ensures the accurate and timely completion of tasks.

• Projects may include research, correspondence and/or other work of the department.

• Makes travel arrangements for department staff and processes related expenses

How will you create impact?

The Executive Assistant will report to the Deputy GC, Chief Counsel and will work with the team of attorneys and paralegal, as well as coordinate with other assistants and attorneys within the Law Department as needed. The support of the Executive Assistant will assist the attorneys in the day to day support of the business clients and overall goals of the company in terms of growth and supporting our customers.

What motivates you?

• You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit.

• You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes.

• You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together.

• You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters.

• You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up.

• You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone.

What we are looking for

• Secretarial diploma

• 5 to 7 years secretarial experience with 1 – 3 years of related experience

• Proficiency with all MS Office Competencies

• Activity Coordination

• Business Partnering

• Prioritization

• Service Delivery Effectiveness

• Troubleshooting/Technical Support

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.

• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.

• A focus on growing your career path with us.

• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.

• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you

• Values-first cultureWe lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.

• Boundless opportunityWe create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.

• Continuous innovationWe invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.

• Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and InclusionWe foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.

• Championing Corporate CitizenshipWe build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.

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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 .

Manulife 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 .

Primary Location

Boston, Massachusetts

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$37,575.00 USD - $62,625.00 USD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact 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/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. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

Company: John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)