[Remote] Competition Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Manulife, through its subsidiary John Hancock Life Insurance Company, is a leading international financial services provider. The Competition Analyst will develop and communicate competitive case design strategies while collaborating with Product Management, Marketing, and Sales to enhance life and annuity sales.ResponsibilitiesProactive engagement with sales team on application pipeline, utilizing data to target specific competitive positions, with the goal of optimizing sales opportunitiesMonitor inbox & phone queue for competitive illustration requestsUnderstand John Hancock application pipeline and sales trends and recommend actions to drive sales based on competitive opportunitiesStay updated on competitor actions and industry trends and provide commentary to management and Sales & DistributionMonitor competitor actions and identify market trends and sales opportunities for product actions or product promotionsIn-person proactive illustration and case design support with internal sales deskReview key competitor actions and provide feedback to sales teamsCreate material for “Competition Corners” to position our products vs other carriersHost periodic calls with Distribution team to provide latest insights for how to win competitive casesWork with Product Management to ensure competition is represented accurately during product development processOngoing training & education with emphasis on case design expertiseSkills3-5 years' experience in life and annuity Product, Competitive Services and or SalesExcellent communication skills and proven success delivering effective life insurance and annuity product messagesA deep understanding of the IMO life and annuity marketplace and product design and mechanicsAn understanding of John Hancock Life Insurance's product mechanics and distribution strategyLife and annuity product & case design expertiseHigh-level critical-thinking and problem-resolution skillsAbility to interpret & understand any illustration, regardless of product line or carrierReliable teammate who helps build and maintain a positive team cultureBenefitsEmployees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.Manulife/John Hancock 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/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources.Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.Company OverviewManulife is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. It was founded in 1887, and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, CAN, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.manulife.com/.