Business Manager
Job in
Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02298, USA
Listed on 2026-07-09
Listing for:
Manulife
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-09
Job specializations:
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Business
Business Administration, Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking a highly motivated Business Manager to support an investment team. This role combines strategic coordination, project management, and executive support, playing a critical part in enabling the team to effectively deliver for clients and execute on business priorities.
The successful candidate will act as a trusted partner to the team, leveraging strong organizational awareness, business acumen, and project management expertise to drive operational efficiency and support key initiatives.
Position Responsibilities Business & Team Support- Provide proactive, high-level support to a team of an investment team (Portfolio Managers, Client Portfolio Managers, and Analysts), enabling them to focus on investment activities and client engagement
- Act as a central point of coordination across the team, ensuring alignment on priorities, deadlines, and deliverables
- Support preparation of client materials, presentations, and reporting in partnership with the team
- Build strong relationships across internal stakeholders to facilitate communication and execution
- Lead and manage key business initiatives and projects on behalf of the team, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery
- Track deliverables, manage timelines, and coordinate across cross-functional partners (e.g., Sales, Product, Operations, Compliance)
- Monitor progress against key priorities, proactively identifying risks and resolving issues
- Prepare updates, reporting, and dashboards for leadership and team discussions
- Support business planning, pipeline tracking, and execution of strategic initiatives
- Facilitate communication between Portfolio Managers, Client Portfolio Managers, and internal/external stakeholders
- Coordinate meetings, agendas, and follow-ups for internal strategy sessions and client-related discussions
- Ensure timely follow-up on action items and commitments made by the team
- Draft and manage communications, including materials of a sensitive or confidential nature
- Manage complex calendars, meeting logistics, and travel arrangements (including international travel)
- Prepare meeting materials, capture key notes, and track decisions and next steps
- Maintain organized records, documentation, and reporting tools
- Manage expense reporting, billing follow-ups, and related administrative processes
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance team efficiency
- Support preparation of materials for senior leadership, client reviews, and committee meetings
- Gather and analyze data to provide insights and support decision‑making
- Assist with governance, regulatory, and compliance‑related requirements as needed
- Partner with administrative teams and business stakeholders to ensure seamless support
- Contribute to cross‑functional projects and broader team initiatives
- Foster a collaborative, high‑performing team environment
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 7+ years of experience in business management, executive support, or operations within financial services / asset management
- Demonstrated project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong understanding of investment teams, client servicing models, or portfolio management environments is an asset
- Project & Program Management
- Stakeholder Management & Influence
- Strategic Coordination
- Executive Communication
- Prioritization & Time Management
- Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
- Prioritizing team activities, meetings, and deliverables
- Driving timelines and accountability across projects and stakeholders
- Recommending process improvements to enhance team effectiveness
- 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.
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