Senior Data Project Manager

Join to apply for the Senior Data Project Manager - Asia Data Office role at Manulife We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Project Manager to lead the initiation, planning, execution, and governance of complex data initiatives across the Asia region. This role focuses on data analytics, business intelligence (BI), AI transformation, and data governance projects , ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives and enterprise data strategy. The ideal candidate will have strong project management expertise, deep understanding of data platforms and analytics tools, and the ability to manage stakeholders, risks, and compliance requirements effectively. Position Responsibilities Project Initiation & Business Case Development Develop business cases and initiative financials to support investment decisions and secure approvals. Define project objectives, scope, and success criteria in collaboration with business stakeholders. Prepare cost estimates, resource requirements, and benefit realization plans. Project Planning & Delivery Lead end-to-end project management of data analytics, BI, AI enablement, and data governance projects across multiple markets. Create detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring adherence to company governance practices and SDLC standards. Apply Agile, Scrum, or hybrid methodologies for efficient and adaptive delivery. Facilitate architecture review sessions to ensure technical feasibility and alignment with enterprise standards. Project Governance & Stakeholder Management Host Project Steering Committees (SteerCo) and provide transparent reporting on progress, risks, and issues. Seek support and guidance from project sponsors and stakeholders to resolve escalations and align priorities. Ensure compliance with company project governance frameworks and approval processes. Risk, Issue & Compliance Management Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies and escalation protocols. Support Information Risk Assessment, Operational Risk Assessment, and Compliance Assessment for all initiatives. Ensure adherence to global data governance requirements and regulatory standards throughout the project lifecycle. Financial & Resource Management Manage project budgets, cost tracking, and financial forecasts throughout the delivery lifecycle. Plan and allocate resources effectively to meet delivery timelines and quality standards. People & Team Leadership Manage project teams, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability. Support Product Owners and Delivery Leads in achieving project objectives. Foster collaboration and continuous improvement within cross‑functional teams. Performance Monitoring, Benefits Realization & Project Closure Track project KPIs, benefits realization, and ROI, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Provide regular reporting to leadership on delivery status, financials, and performance metrics. Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation to enhance project efficiency. Execute project closure activities, including final deliverable validation, lessons learned documentation, stakeholder sign‑off, and transition to operations/support teams. Ensure all compliance, risk, and governance requirements are met before formal project closure. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related field. 8+ years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years managing data-related initiatives. Proven track record of delivering data analytics, BI, and AI transformation projects. Strong knowledge of cloud‑based data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP), BI tools (Power BI, Tableau), and AI technologies. Familiarity with data governance frameworks, compliance standards, and SDLC practices. Expertise in risk management, financial planning, and stakeholder engagement. PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications are highly desirable. Industry experience in insurance or financial services is a plus. 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. About Manulife And John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At 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. 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