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.To learn more about CIBC, please visitWhat you\xe2\x80\x99ll be doingAs the PCO lead for Portfolio management (Finance/Compliance/Governance) within Direct Financials Services (ASG, Simplii), Capital Markets Technology, you\'ll provide support to technology management, project and non-project team members. You\'ll be responsible to support Direct Financial Services (Simplii) technology portfolio operations for a large and fast paced capital markets work environment. You will be reporting and work closely with the Director of Portfolio Operations by supporting team members within and outside the portfolio, including technology partners, vendors/suppliers and business teams.At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interviewHow you\xe2\x80\x99ll succeed

• Diligence and Accuracy \xe2\x80\x93 Support portfolio finance (projects, DOE) function plus its associated reporting. . Support management of portfolio governance functions, support compliance and audit oversight for adherence to CIBC and CMT/ASG policies/procedures, portfolio roadmap management and others. Be detail oriented and demonstrate strong leadership by striving to be a role model in maintaining and tracking portfolio financials, vendor contracts; performing compliance reporting, governance and conducting necessary data analysis, presentations
• Tracking & Reporting \xe2\x80\x93 Track and reconcile financials ensuring resolution of anomalies, update and reconcile latest estimates ensuring actuals to plan, make decisions and recommendations escalating as appropriate. Manage portfolio operations support functions
• Process management \xe2\x80\x93 Support Intake management and identifying, implementing process improvements in consultation with team
• Interpersonal relationships - Support contract management and vendor relationship management. Utilize knowledge of approaches, tools and techniques for working with individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner. Assessing and performing delegation of functions as required and feasible. Demonstrate Ability to express oneself and communicate with others; recognizing that verbal and written communication is more than just language - it includes tone, style and structure.
• Creative Thinking and Problem Solving - ou will support your teams by having strong knowledge of CIBC governance and control plans, auditing and compliance to comply with CIBC best practices.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience with: 1+ years in a comparable role with similar functions and accountability; 3+ years hands on experience in various facets of project/portfolio management within PMO/BMO or Finance. We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a Passionate \xe2\x80\x9cgo-getter\xe2\x80\x9d type individual who takes pride in their work while also focusing on team success. It\xe2\x80\x99s an asset if: You are adept at managing ambiguous work, strategic thinking/execution, strategy development, novel initiative work planning, communication and implementation. Ideally, you have extensive financial industry and vendor-contract management knowledge and experience.
• You have a degree in: Business, Technology, Engineering (any discipline) or equivalent.
• 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 give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You\'re confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.
• You\'re driven to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values \xe2\x80\x93 trust, teamwork and accountability.

What you need to knowCIBC 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 contactYou need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permitWe may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.Job Location Toronto-161 Bay St., 4thEmployment Type RegularWeekly Hours 37.5Primary Recruiter Jeffrey RahimSkillsDecision Making, Facilitation, Governance Models, Project Coordination, Project Finances, Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

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