Corporate Actions Specialist (Regular Full-time &

The professionalism and talent of our employees is what makes Manulife Financial a successful organization. As a leading provider of financial protection products and investment management services, we depend upon the performance, service, and support of many different business units. Job Description Corporate Actions Specialist (Regular Full-time & 12 Month Contract Available)-1000419 Description Manulife Securities, the securities dealer arm of Manulife Financial is a leading national Canadian dealership with membership in both the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) and the Mutual Fund Dealers Association (MFDA). With a dedicated advisor sales force of approximately 1500 advisors across Canada and approximately 14 Billion in AUA Manulife Securities is one of Canada's largest independent securities dealers. Manulife Securities Headquarters - Burlington Ontario Research and process voluntary and mandatory corporate action transactions in a timely and accurate manner. Communicate on a timely basis on any issues with Advisors or other stakeholders due to the time sensitive nature of these activities and keep inventory of outstanding or pending actions and manage to the corporate action deadline. Analyze each corporate action event to determine processing procedures and tender deadlines. Review corporate action data received from multiple sources raise any questions and investigate when data may be incomplete. Process and reconcile dividend and interest payments. Identify areas of opportunity through analysis and develop recommendations for improvement. Assist with DRIP processing as needed. Qualifications 3 years of work experience in a securities operations environment is highly preferred Canadian Securities Course an asset Excellent knowledge and current understanding of securities instruments Excellent understanding of all types of corporate actions Well versed in settlements, foreign exchange and markets with a solid understanding of CDS and DTC operations Bloomberg experience Knowledge of Dataphile technology is an asset Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel) Attributes Strong conceptual skills, diagnostic, analytical and problem solving skills and ability to exercise flexibility and judgment. Demonstrated initiative and good team player Strong attention to detail Proven ability to work in a deadline oriented environment Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal) Ability to follow process and adhere to guidelines Manulife Financial is a leading Canadian-based financial services group serving millions of customers in 22 countries and territories worldwide. Operating as Manulife Financial in Canada and Asia, and primarily through John Hancock in the United States, the Company offers customers a diverse range of financial protection products and wealth management services through its extensive network of employees, agents and distribution partners. Funds under management by Manulife Financial and its subsidiaries were Cdn $440 billion (US$ 420 billion) as at December 31, 2009. Manulife Financial Corporation trades as 'MFC' on the TSX, NYSE and PSE, and under '945' on the SEHK. Manulife Financial can be found on the Internet at www.manulife.com. Primary Location : CA-ON-Burlington Organization : Operations Categories : Accounting, Administrative Support, Analyst, Banking, Financial, General Office, Insurance, Mutual Funds, Securities Apply Online

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