Job Description

We\xe2\x80\x99re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what\xe2\x80\x99s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

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What you\xe2\x80\x99ll be doing

In this role you will provide leadership in improving the overall control environment within CIBC. You will lead multi-skilled audit teams on large and or complex regulatory remediation validations across various CIBC business lines, with a focus on the Real Estate Secured Lending Portfolio. You will design and execute audit steps to complete regulatory validations and you will also provide an independent opinion on the design and effectiveness of management\xe2\x80\x99s remediation including an opinion on controls in accordance with industry best practices. You will build and maintain strong professional relationships with Internal business partners within Internal Audit and across the three lines of defense. Additionally, the senior manager is responsible for ensuring activities are conducted to high standards of accuracy, rigor, and credibility, and according to regulations and industry standards.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You\xe2\x80\x99ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you\xe2\x80\x99ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How you\xe2\x80\x99ll succeed

Audit effectiveness and execution - Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to plan and execute regulatory remediation validation activities and effectively manage multiple activities at different stages to ensure completion within required timelines. You will communicate regularly on progress and issues to ensure timely exaction of teams deliverables and at a high level of quality and compliance with audit standards

Audit reporting - You will drive the development of deficiency remediation closure memos where you objectively assess the adequacy of management remediation activities and their potential impact on the business and to the CIBC Group of Companies while presenting them in a clear, concise and professional way.

Strong relationship management - Provide trusted and proactive advice to business partners as they progress through their remediation activities. You will partner closely the Real Estate Secured Lending project team to ensure optimized progress on CIBCs regulatory deficiency remediation and validation activities.

Communication - Demonstrate clear, concise and influential written and verbal communication skills when reporting on the teams status. Develop strong internal and external relationships through ongoing communication on progress of engagements and providing advice on risk, control and regulatory matters.

People and assignment leadership - You will coach your team members on their developmental needs and provide leadership during individual assignments as well as team opportunities

Who you are

You can demonstrate experience in having a comprehensive knowledge of auditing practices and accounting principles and processes, and strong knowledge with a focus on retail banking and the related regulatory environment in Canada

You\xe2\x80\x99re a certified professional. Typically this knowledge is acquired through obtaining an auditing or accounting designation (e.g., CA, CMA, CGA, CPA, ACCA), a business degree (e.g., MBA), in addition to business experience either in the banking or financial services industry or internal / external audit assurance and consulting services

You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don\'t. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making

You are a bold and authentic leader. You\'re passionate about developing and coaching to bring out the best in people. You have led diverse, high performing teams

You\'re passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity

Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values \xe2\x80\x93 trust, teamwork and accountability

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact

You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

Job Location Toronto-81 Bay, 34th Floor

Employment Type Regular

Weekly Hours 37.5

Skills Analytical Thinking, Auditing (Inactive), Audit Management, Client Relationship Management, Integrated Audits, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Communication, Risk Management and Mitigation

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