Manulife Investment Management Manulife Investment Management (MIM) is the investment management business within the Global Wealth & Asset Management (GWAM) segment of Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC). GWAM is a leading global investment manager with offices in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and throughout Asia. Operating globally as Manulife and in the United States as John Hancock, we offer a diversified group of companies and affiliates providing comprehensive investment management solutions for institutional investors, investment funds and individuals in key markets around the world. MIM manages a broad range of investments including equities, government and corporate bonds, real estate, mortgages, oil and gas, timber, agriculture and structured products. The EMEA Region This position represents a Tax role at Manulife Investment Management (Europe) Limited (the Company), an FCA regulated MiFID firm based in London and which has a wholly owned Swiss subsidiary, Manulife IM (Switzerland) LLC (the Subsidiary), which carries out distribution activity and is located in Zurich. For the EMEA region there is also a UCITS & AIF Management Company in Ireland, Manulife Investment Management (Ireland) Limited (Super ManCo), and which has a branch office in Germany. The Company has been operational for 30 years and carries out both investment management and distribution from the UK, UCITS & AIF management and distribution activities from Ireland (including via its German branch) and distribution activity from Switzerland. In April 2024, the Company acquired the CQS Management Limited (CQSM) group of companies with operations in the UK and the USA. This has significantly expanded Manulife’s presence and capabilities in EMEA region. Following the acquisition, CQS was re‑branded as Manulife‑CQS (MCQS). MCQS is an alternative credit platform with approximately USD $20bn in assets under management across a range of credit strategies. Investment management and distribution activities are primarily carried out by CQS (UK) LLP (the Partnership). The MCQS & EMEA Tax Team The MCQS and EMEA tax team will consist of 3 people (Head of Tax, Director and this role) and is responsible for the following areas of tax: Investment tax across MCQS platform (e.g. transaction reviews, investor tax reporting, fund setup and structuring, withholding taxes, fund tax compliance) MCQS and Manulife’s EMEA management entities tax compliance and advisory (e.g. corporate tax, partnership tax, VAT, transfer pricing and employment taxes advisory) Manulife Global Group Tax requirements (e.g. group reporting, Pillar II, CbCR) Purpose of the Role The role of Manager Tax, GWAM EMEA will report directly to the MCQS & EMEA Head of Tax and will own tax compliance and reporting for all MCQS & EMEA management entities while supporting tax planning, risk management and broader advisory projects across the region. There will be opportunities to work with the Tax Director on investment tax matters as the role develops. The successful candidate will also work closely with senior MCQS and EMEA Financial colleagues in order to deliver the objectives of the role, obtaining input and providing support where required. Position Responsibilities: 1. Corporation Tax and Partnership Tax compliance (60%) Prepare Corporation Tax returns for the Company, Super ManCo, CQSM and their subsidiaries and branches in EMEA; and prepare the UK partnership tax return for the Partnership. This will include liaising with external professional tax advisers across jurisdictions and making sure all filings are completed with tax authorities by their respective deadlines. The Tax Manager will also be responsible for: UK Quarterly Instalment Payment calculations and payments Preparing IFRS tax disclosure notes for inclusion in the individual entities’ Financial Statements Group relief calculations and tax loss optimization Providing tax information for Quarterly Group Reporting Over time the responsibilities will grow to cover the CQSM US entity and its various tax compliance requirements. 2. VAT (25%) Preparing and filing VAT returns across EMEA and ensuring partial exemption calculations are up to date and maximizing recovery rate while complying with VAT law and regulations. The key jurisdictions of responsibility are the UK and Ireland. 3. Income Taxes (15%) Provide advice on income and social security matters affecting employees and employers. Calculating amounts due and filing annual PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA). Ensuring benefits are accurately incorporated in tax reporting e.g., via P11D to HMRC in UK, Share Plan Reporting etc. Advisory Projects During 2026, key advisory projects will include: Supporting the development and maintenance of transfer pricing documentation across all EMEA entities Preparing for HMRC’s Business Risk Review, including supporting meetings and information requests Conducting capital allowances reviews (related to office fit‑out) Working with Group Tax on Pillar II implementation across EMEA and MCQS entities Supporting tax aspects of post‑acquisition integration projects Ongoing monitoring of tax risks across all tax types Working effectively with external advisors while managing costs and ensuring value Required Qualifications: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA, CGA, CMA or CPA). 5 years of finance/accounting experience with tax specialization. A professional tax qualification such as ATT or CTA would be advantageous. Investment management industry experience and a strong understanding of investment funds and fund accounting. Previous experience in a regulated asset manager, including strong knowledge of taxation including corporate tax, VAT, income tax (e.g. PSA), share plan reporting, transfer pricing policy and documentation in UK but ideally covering other European countries. Knowledge of Ireland, Switzerland and Germany tax regimes would be an advantage. Highly organised with the ability to manage deliverables across multiple jurisdictions. Demonstrated experience in working with senior management and various business partners to become a trusted business advisor and deliver results. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Initiative to explore new ideas and propose process re-engineering. 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 https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html. 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. 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. Working Arrangement Hybrid