Director, Third Party Risk Management – Quality Assurance & Governance (Line 1B) at Manulife Insurance Malaysia — NeverHard

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic leader to join our Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) function as a Director, Line 1B. This role is accountable for leading the Quality Assurance and governance oversight function across Vendor Information Security Management (VISM), Vendor Governance Management (VGM), and Sourcing.The Director will lead and manage a team, providing clear direction, oversight, and ongoing development, while ensuring procurement-related third-party risk activities are executed in line with internal policies, audit expectations, and regulatory requirements.The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in audit, regulatory compliance, and Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) and will serve as a key point of contact for regulators (e.g., OSFI), Internal Audit, and Second Line Risk. This role requires a strong, confident leader with a strategic and critical mindset, capable of influencing stakeholders, challenging constructively, and delivering consistent, high-quality outcomes.Position Responsibilities:Quality Assurance & Control OversightLead and execute a comprehensive Quality Assurance Program across VISM, VGM, and Sourcing teamsEnsure all activities are completed in accordance with defined TPRM processes, system requirements, and documentation standardsIdentify, challenge, and escalate non-compliance, including:Contracts executed prior to completion of required risk assessmentsPerform effective challenge on risk assessments, including PSQ outputs that did not trigger IRQ where further review is warrantedRCSA Ownership & Risk GovernanceOwn and lead all Procurement-related RCSAs, including design, execution, and ongoing monitoringEnsure risks and controls are clearly defined, consistently applied, and aligned to enterprise and regulatory expectationsProvide clear, defensible articulation of risk positions using audit and regulatory languageOversee governance of:Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)Centralized issues management and remediation trackingRisk data accuracy and reporting integrityRegulatory, Audit & Compliance EngagementAct as a primary point of contact for:Regulators (including OSFI), Internal Audit, and Line 2 RiskLead responses to:Regulatory reviews and examinationsInternal audit inquiries and testingSupplier due diligence and external questionnairesEnsure all outputs are accurate, consistent, evidence-based, and defensiblePolicy, Guidelines & AdvisoryDevelop and maintain TPRM guidelines, processes, and playbooks aligned to regulatory expectationsProvide guidance to business units on:Handling supplier confidential documentation requestsApplication of TPRM requirements in complex or non-standard scenarios (e.g., exceptions, travel-related vendors)Leadership & Strategic DirectionLead, manage, and develop a high-performing team, providing clear direction, priorities, and performance expectationsSet and execute a strategic vision for Quality Assurance and TPRM governanceFoster a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvementApply a critical and independent mindset to challenge processes, identify gaps, and strengthen the control environmentBuild team capability through training, coaching, and ongoing developmentPartner with senior stakeholders across Procurement, Risk, and Business Units to influence outcomes and strengthen risk management practicesRequired Qualifications:10+ years of experience in Third Party Risk Management (TPRM), Operational Risk, Audit, or ComplianceDeep expertise in:Audit practices and regulatory expectationsRCSA frameworks, control design, and risk assessment methodologiesStrong experience engaging with:Regulators (e.g., OSFI)Internal and external audit functionsProven ability to communicate complex risk positions using audit-grade, regulator-ready languageDemonstrated experience leading and managing teams and delivering high-quality outcomesPreferred Qualifications:Strong leadership and people management capabilityStrategic thinking with a forward-looking risk mindsetCritical thinking and effective challenge capabilityExecutive presence and strong stakeholder influenceFluency in audit and regulatory language with the ability to produce defensible outputsHigh degree of integrity, accountability, and sound judgmentWhen 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.This posting supports an ongoing hiring initiative for existing and/or future vacancies.About Manulife and John HancockManulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html .Manulife is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAt Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact hr@manulife.com .Referenced Salary LocationToronto, OntarioWorking ArrangementHybridSalary range is expected to be between$125,100.00 CAD - $175,100.00 CADEmployees 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 hr@manulife.com 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 hr@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement . #J-18808-Ljbffr