Manulife Financial Corporation

Specialist, Digital Solutions

Manulife Financial Corporation$73K — $122K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in business analysis, marketing technology, or technical delivery.
  • Strong understanding of customer data, audience logic, and campaign triggers.
  • Expertise in translating business requirements into technical specifications.
  • Degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Effective coordination with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Translate business and journey requirements into detailed technical requirements.
  • Define data, trigger logic, and integration needs for personalization campaigns.
  • Confirm data availability and identify technical gaps impacting delivery.
  • Coordinate efforts across multiple teams to ensure use case readiness.
  • Build and manage workback plans for technical dependencies and validations.
  • Track and manage risks, blockers, and decisions affecting technical enablement.
  • Establish and execute QA plans, supporting testing and launch readiness.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career learning and growth.
  • Supportive environment prioritizing well-being and inclusion.
  • Participation in shaping future organizational frameworks.
  • Comprehensive customizable health and wellness benefits.
  • Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions.
  • Generous paid time off including vacation and personal days.
Full Job Description
Role Overview:

The Specialist, Digital Solutions leads the technical business analysis and solution requirements function for personalization use cases. This role translates journey and business requirements into detailed data, trigger, integration, QA, and delivery requirements needed to enable activation. Working across portfolios, the role confirms data availability, identifies technical gaps, coordinates with partner teams, and ensures use cases are fully enabled and launch-ready. Reporting to the Director, Marketing Technology Solution Design & Enablement, the Specialist leads or coordinates resources responsible for solution requirements, data validation, integration readiness, and QA support.

Why This Role Matters:

This role ensures personalization work is technically grounded before it reaches activation. It reduces delivery risk by making sure data, triggers, integrations, and QA requirements are understood, validated, and ready.

Position Responsibilities:

Technical Requirements and Solution Readiness
  • Translate business and journey requirements into technical and operational requirements.
  • Define data needs, trigger logic, eligibility rules, suppression requirements, integration needs, and QA expectations.
  • Confirm data availability and identify gaps that may impact delivery. Partner with technical teams to resolve missing attributes, triggers, integrations, or data flow issues.

Delivery Coordination
  • Coordinate across data, technology, activation, measurement, and business teams to support use case readiness.
  • Build workback plans for technical dependencies and validation steps.
  • Track risks, blockers, and open decisions related to technical enablement.
  • Ensure requirements are clear before use cases move into build.

QA and Governance
  • Establish QA plans for data flows, audience logic, triggers, integrations, and measurement setup.
  • Support testing and launch readiness reviews.
  • Troubleshoot issues during build, QA, launch, and early post-launch monitoring.
  • Improve standards, documentation, and repeatable solution patterns.


Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in business analysis, marketing technology, solution enablement, data enablement, personalization, or technical delivery.
  • Strong understanding of customer data, audience logic, campaign triggers, integrations, QA, and activation workflows.
  • Experience translating business requirements into technical requirements.
  • University or college degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field of study
  • Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to coordinate across technical and non-technical stakeholders.


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


#LI-Hybrid

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

Referenced Salary Location
Toronto, Ontario

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between
$73,725.00 CAD - $122,875.00 CAD

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [redacted] for the salary range for your location.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [redacted] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

About Manulife Financial Corporation

John Hancock's core retail products in the U.S. focus on providing financial solutions at every stage of our clients' lives. Our product suite includes life insurance, mutual funds, 401(k) plans, long-term care (LTC) insurance, and annuities. We distribute our products primarily through licensed financial advisors, and through John Hancock Financial Network, a national network of independent firms.

Manulife Financial Corporation Careers

Join the dynamic team at Manulife Financial Corporation, a leading global financial services group dedicated to helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. With a presence in more than 20 countries, Manulife offers a diverse range of job opportunities that empower professional growth and innovation in the financial sector. Work You’ll Do At Manulife, every position contributes to our inclusive culture of diversity, leadership, and innovation. We are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and has the opportunity for personal and professional growth. Join us to be part of a company that values your skills and passion. Explore a Wealth of Opportunities Whether you're seeking your first internship or a seasoned professional aiming to advance your career, Manulife offers a spectrum of career paths ranging from finance and marketing to technology and customer service. Our job opportunities are designed to enhance your skills through robust training programs and hands-on experience in a supportive environment. Innovate with Us Drive transformation in the financial services industry with Manulife’s commitment to technology and innovation. Work alongside over 34,000 professionals globally, leveraging cutting-edge tools and processes that redefine how financial services are delivered. Be Part of a Great Team Manulife’s team-oriented approach ensures that everyone’s voice is heard and valued. Collaborate with talented professionals from diverse backgrounds to develop solutions that improve the lives of our customers. Enjoy the benefits of a global company that supports your ambitions with resources and opportunities to lead and innovate. Future-Proof Your Career Manulife supports your career journey with continuous learning and development opportunities. From leadership training to networking events, we provide the tools to succeed and the platforms to showcase your achievements. Our commitment to career growth ensures that your journey with us will be rewarding and impactful. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the range of job opportunities at Manulife by exploring open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always on the lookout for curious, driven, and innovative team players who are ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest company news, career tips, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Manulife is dedicated to providing you with the resources to thrive in your career. Job Alert Emails Customize your experience by subscribing to receive job alerts and insider information tailored to your preferences. Learn about exciting and rewarding opportunities as they arise and how you can be a part of our transformative team. Join Manulife Financial Corporation today and be part of a leading company where your career is as rewarding as it is impactful. Explore how far your talents can take you in an environment built on respect, integrity, and a desire to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and our team.
Learn more about Manulife Financial Corporation
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1887
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