Chef, Conseils en placements – Gestion privée Manuvie
Job in
Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for:
Company 1 - The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-07-04
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Wealth Management
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Management
Wealth Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Opportunity:
Manulife Private Wealth (“MPW”) provides discretionary investment management to high-net-worth clients across Canada. We believe that strategic thinking, open architecture solutions, and a global investment perspective are integral to helping clients achieve their long-term goals.
As part of Manulife, a leading international financial services group, MPW is backed by extensive capabilities across public and private markets, supported by a global investment footprint spanning more than 20 geographies and over 700 investment professionals. We leverage Manulife’s broader platform to deliver integrated solutions, including investment management, banking, and tax planning services.
We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated leader to join MPW as Head of Investment Counselling. This role is accountable for leading our national team of Investment Counsellors and Private Wealth Consultants, driving exceptional client outcomes, strong business growth, and a high-performance culture.
As a member of the MPW leadership team, you will play a key role in shaping strategy, strengthening investment and client capabilities, and ensuring a consistent, high-quality client experience. You will work closely with partners across the organization and externally to build our brand, deepen relationships, and expand our presence in the high-net-worth segment.
Responsibilities:
Business Strategy and Growth
Lead the development and execution of strategic and annual business plans to support MPW growth objectives.Partner with distribution, regional leaders, and internal stakeholders to drive asset growth and client acquisition.Establish clear performance objectives and sales targets aligned with business priorities.Expand referral networks by building relationships with advisors, MGAs, investment dealers, and professional partners.Oversee the development and execution of marketing and client engagement strategies, including direct-to-client initiatives.Leadership and Talent Development
Lead, coach, and develop a national team of Investment Counsellors and Private Wealth Consultants.Create an inclusive, high-performing environment that supports engagement, collaboration, and accountability.Oversee talent management practices, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and succession planning.Implement structured coaching and development programs to enhance individual and team effectiveness.Investment and Client Oversight
Provide oversight of discretionary portfolio management to ensure alignment with client objectives, risk tolerance, and MPW’s investment philosophy.Ensure all investment proposals and Investment Policy Statements meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.Partner with investment teams on platform development and ongoing evolution of investment offerings.Act as a senior representative in key client and advisor interactions, supporting complex and strategic relationships.Governance, Risk and Supervision
Maintain strong supervisory practices across the team to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.Partner with Compliance and Operations to continuously enhance policies, processes, and controls.Promote a culture of risk awareness and operational excellence, balancing client outcomes with regulatory expectations.Drive efficiency and consistency through the Investment Counsel Support team.Enterprise Leadership
Contribute as an active member of the MPW leadership team, supporting the overall direction and success of the business.Collaborate across functions, including Wealth Planning, Product, Marketing, and Operations, to deliver integrated client solutions.Serve as a visible ambassador for MPW, strengthening internal and external relationships and enhancing market presence.Qualifications
15+ years of progressive experience in the investment or wealth management industry.Demonstrated leadership experience managing investment professionals and business development teams.Deep knowledge of discretionary portfolio management and high-net-worth client needs.CFA designation (or equivalent) preferred; ability to obtain required regulatory registrations.MBA…
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