Managing Director, Assistant Chief Counsel

Manulife seeks a Managing Director, Assistant Chief Counsel with 8+ years of meaningful transactional legal experience involving the structuring, negotiation and managing of complex private debt transactions, in particular private placement notes, project finance, private credit and investments across a variety of industries. This position works closely with the company’s front-office teams that originate investments around the world. The position will also collaborate with other business teams and legal colleagues in Canada, the United States and internationally to support asset origination, asset management, and corporate initiatives.

The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of fixed income transactions of various types. Experience in cross-border transactions, regulated industries and/or workouts and restructurings improves any candidacy. Above all, we seek a colleague who act as a trusted advisor and broad problem solver to partner with business clients to develop prudent, creative solutions that advance and protect the company’s interests.

Position Responsibilities:

Partner with internal business teams to analyze and structure investment opportunities
Review, analyze and negotiate deal documents
Manage transaction processes from origination through closing
Support existing portfolio investments, including review of amendments, consents, workouts, prepayments and regulatory matters
Direct outside counsel in connection with transactions and other investment matters
Keep abreast of legal, regulatory and market developments
Apply legal principles in a practical way to support and protect the company from a variety of risks
Provide general corporate advice to support the organizations investment businesses and operations

Required Qualifications:

Juris Doctor with 8+ years meaningful experience
Licensed (or eligible to be licensed) to practice law in Ontario
Prior work experience at a major law firm and/or in a corporate environment
Integrity, collegiality, team orientation, and professionalism
Strong analytical abilities, excellent judgment and outstanding communication skills
Ability to work optimally with clients and colleagues remotely across multiple time zones
Adaptability to shifting demands in an evolving environment

When you join our team:

We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

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.

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Referenced Salary Location
Toronto, Ontario
Working Arrangement

Hybrid
Salary range is expected to be between
$129,800.00 CAD - $241,200.00 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 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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