Assistant Vice President & Counsel

John Hancock is a subsidiary of Manulife Financial, a leading Canadian-based financial services group serving millions of customers in 19 countries and territories worldwide. The Company offers clients a diverse range of financial protection products and wealth management services through its extensive network of employees, agents and distribution partners. John Hancock can be found on the internet at www.johnhancock.com Manulife Financial Corporation trades as 'MFC' on the TSX, NYSE and PSE, and under '0945' on the SEHKJohn Hancock Financial Services seeks an attorney with 3 to 6 years experience in complex corporate finance transactions.  In this AVP level position, the successful candidate will provide legal counsel to company management on new product or other business initiatives and in situations which the legal requirements are unclear or with limited precedent. In addition, the candidate will: Partner with Investment Division clients to analyze and structure investment opportunities Direct outside counsel in connection with investment opportunities Provide regulatory and compliance advice to selected business units Keep abreast of compliance and regulatory requirements Provide general corporate advice to support Investment Division operations   Juris doctorate with 3 to 6 years relevant experience Experience with investment advisory matters, bankruptcies and workouts a plus Candidate must have a strong academic background and excellent interpersonal and writing skills Ability to work in a fast paced environment  JOHN HANCOCK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - AA/F/M/D/V JOB INFORMATION Company: Manulife Financial Location: Boston, MA 02108 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Legal Learn more about the company Click here for video Length: 1:15 min Vibrant Culture     •     Wealth of Opportunity     •     Company with a Conscience