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Business Manager

Job in Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02298, USA
Listing for: Manulife
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-09
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Business Administration, Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Business Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 92475 - 160290 USD Yearly USD 92475.00 160290.00 YEAR
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
Project & Initiative Management
  • 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
Stakeholder Coordination & Communication
  • 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
Operational & Administrative Excellence
  • 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
Governance & Reporting
  • 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
Shared Responsibilities
  • 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
Required Qualifications
  • 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
Key Competencies
  • Project & Program Management
  • Stakeholder Management & Influence
  • Strategic Coordination
  • Executive Communication
  • Prioritization & Time Management
  • Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
Decision Authorities
  • Prioritizing team activities, meetings, and deliverables
  • Driving timelines and accountability across projects and stakeholders
  • Recommending process improvements to enhance team effectiveness
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.

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