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The Opportunity The AVP & Counsel role provides robust legal analysis, advice and counsel/representation before the tax authorities to support different areas of the business within Manulife. In addition, the AVP and Counsel will consistently advice senior business people on strategic legal matters and mentor junior counsels.

Position Responsibilities:

Advise on tax compliance and structuring of new and existing life insurance, annuity and long-term care products (e.g., Sections 72, 101, 817, 817A,7702, 7702A, and 7702B of the Internal Revenue Code). Interpret and apply federal and state income tax laws, including requirements for tax qualification of insurance products. Draft and review policy forms, prospectuses, endorsements, and marketing materials for tax-related content and disclosures. Support product filings with insurance regulators. Monitor legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments impacting insurance and retirement products, and advise business units on potential impacts. Assist with IRS audits, inquiries, or private letter ruling requests relating to insurance products. Support to all business units on compliance with federal and state tax withholding and reporting requirements. Assist business units in responding to customer and insurance department complaints. Advise on tax reporting and withholding requirements, including applicable income tax treaty provisions. Review the completeness and accuracy of Forms W-8BEN, W-8BEN-E and W-8IMY submitted by foreign individuals and entities.

Required Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar. Minimum 5 years of legal experience in tax law, ideally with a focus on life insurance products. Strong knowledge of U.S. federal income tax laws. Familiarity with IRS guidance, court decisions, and insurance company practices concerning taxation of insurance products. Experience working in a law firm or insurance company. Strong research, drafting, and communication skills. Ability to collaborate across disciplines and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of U.S. federal income tax laws applicable to life insurance, annuities, and long-term care insurance. Familiarity with IRS guidance, court decisions, and insurance company practices concerning taxation of insurance products

Location:

Boston, MA is the preferred location with a hybrid work arrangement; however, we are open to considering qualified candidates for a full-time remote position anywhere within the United States.

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. The role being advertised is an existing vacancy. Tentang Manulife dan John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation adalah penyedia layanan keuangan internasional yang membantu memudahkan keputusan dan membuat hidup lebih baik bagi nasabah. Untuk mempelajari lebih lanjut tentang kami, kunjungi https://www.manulife.co.id . Manulife adalah Perusahaan dengan Kesetaraan Kesempatan Kerja Di Manulife/John Hancock, kita merayakan keragaman. Kita berusaha menarik, mengembangkan, dan mempertahankan tenaga kerja yang sama beragamnya dengan nasabah yang kita layani dan untuk mengembangkan lingkungan kerja inklusif yang menerima kekuatan budaya dan individu. Kita berkomitmen untuk melaksanakan rekrutmen, retensi, peningkatan, dan kompensasi secara adil, dan kita mengatur semua praktik dan program tanpa adanya diskriminasi. Baik itu diskriminasi karena ras, keturunan, tempat asal, warna kulit, asal etnis, kewarganegaraan, agama atau keyakinan agama, kepercayaan, jenis kelamin (termasuk kehamilan dan kondisi terkait kehamilan), orientasi seksual, karakteristik genetika, status veteran, identitas gender, ekspresi gender, usia, status pernikahan, status keluarga, disabilitas, maupun alasan lain yang dilindungi oleh hukum yang berlaku. Menyediakan akses hubungan kerja yang adil merupakan prioritas utama kita. Seorang perwakilan Human Resources akan bekerja dengan pelamar yang meminta akomodasi yang wajar selama proses lamaran kerja. Seluruh informasi yang dibagikan selama proses permohonan akomodasi akan disimpan dan digunakan dengan cara yang sesuai dengan hukum dan kebijakan Manulife/John Hancock yang berlaku. Untuk meminta akomodasi yang wajar dalam proses lamaran kerja, silakan hubungi hr@manulife.com . Referenced Salary Location AS-Jarak Jauh Penuh waktu Working Arrangement Jauh Salary range is expected to be between $152,900.00 USD - $283,800.00 USD 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 hr@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. 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. 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 . Know Your Rights I Family & Medical Leave I Employee Polygraph Protection I Right to

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John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.)