Director, Front Office Technology
Director, Front Office Technology
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Job Description
Were building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats 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 youll be doing
As a member of CIBCs Capital Markets Technology team the Director Front Office Technology is a professional responsible for setting delivering and maturing an integrated strategy for front office technology that enables strategic objectives with a lens of scalability driving Front Office wins/outcomes and cost efficiency where applicable. Evolve and sustain an integrated partnership model with Front Office and other business areas leveraging ITs unique position to lead ideation on integration and efficiency opportunities. Create and oversee frameworks and systems that meet evolving investment strategies to regularly evaluate the technology landscape against Equity Markets business strategic needs and update the technology program as required.
How youll succeed
- Understanding Requirements Track and analyze operating environment for specified services and implement corrective actions as needed. Work with clients and internal partners to determine negotiate and manage services to the agreed standards. Monitor service levels to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend appropriate solutions.
- People Leadership Lead and coach a high performing group team of individuals. Direct motivate and develop your team maximizing their contributions and professional growth. Share knowledge and collaborate to come up with effective solutions to problems.
- Relationship Management Work closely with clients and business partners to develop test and implement application program. Impact and improve the business by advising application owners on the technology possibilities and requirements.
Who you are
- You can demonstrate experiencewith: Proven experience working with Front Office Capital Markets traders directly building tools in a variety of technologies. Solid experience working with desk heads and senior traders managing priorities and defining solutions with a strategic view for the future. You also have excellent Front Office business knowledge in one or more asset classes (Equities FX Commodities Fixed Income & Rates). Solid understanding of financial instruments within Equities. 3 years leading a teams and are a seasoned professional with the ability to coach and help develop other team members.
- Its an Asset if: You have experience using Bloomberg Fidessa or similar platforms.
- You have a degree/diploma in Computer Science Business and/or a related field.
- You are a bold and authentic leader. Youre passionate about developing and coaching to bring out the best in people. You have led diverse high performing teams.
- You embrace and champion change. Youll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.
- Youre driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.
- Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - 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.
We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation coding French proficiency 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. 5thEmployment Type
RegularWeekly Hours
37.5Skills
Application Production Support Business Requirements Implementation Management IT Operations Support Operational Efficiency People Management Service Levels Strategic Objectives Technical LeadershipRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
