IRM Standards Assurance and Risk Monitoring Specialist

We’re looking for an Information Risk Management (IRM) Analyst to join our Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) team at MBPS. In this role, you are expected to support global information risk assurance engagements, assess compliance with IRM standards, identify information risks, and partner with stakeholders across all lines of defense to strengthen risk management practices.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform global information risk assurance assessments in accordance with company policies and standards, including Application Security, Third-Party Information Risk, and Disaster Recovery.
• Review evidence, prepare workpapers, and document assessment results, findings, and observations from assurance engagements.
• Partner with stakeholders across different lines of defense to perform risk assessments, identify control gaps, and monitor remediation activities.
• Prepare clear and well-structured documentation and presentations to communicate risks, findings, and recommendations.
• Support the development and enhancement of automation solutions for assurance execution and risk monitoring.
• Contribute to the standardization and continuous improvement of information risk assurance processes and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply; relevant internship or project experience is an advantage.
• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Internship or project experience in IT risk management, information security, IT audit, compliance, or related fields.
• Foundational understanding of technology risk, cybersecurity, and information security concepts, including familiarity with frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001.
• Exposure to automation, data analytics, AI-enabled tools, or other technology-driven solutions.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or CISSP (preferred but not required).
• Strong interest in Information Risk Management, financial services, and continuous learning and professional development.

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.

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 https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

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 [email protected].

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