Senior Manager, AI Model Governance

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What youll be doing

Risk Management is led by the SEVP and Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and is accountable on matters relating to the independent oversight of the management of risks inherent to the activities of CIBC its subsidiaries and affiliates. These risks include but are not limited to ensuring that effective processes are in place for the identification management measurement monitoring and control of operational reputation and legal market credit strategic investment and liquidity risk collectively CIBC Risk incurred by CIBCs retail and wholesale businesses infrastructure and corporate governance groups.

Model Validation is a second line of defense and the mandate is to proactively protect CIBC against major financial loss or exposure due to model risk. Model Validation provides independent effective challenge whereby analytic models numerical computations and techniques applicable to sufficiently complex bank-wide analytics are reviewed and approved on behalf of Risk Management.

Reporting to the Senior Director Model Governance and Operational Risk the Senior Manager will work closely with the Senior Director to develop and maintain an enterprisewide AI/ML model risk and governance framework. You will collaborate across CIBC to ensure the framework is practical riskbased compliant with regulatory expectations and integrated with existing model risk management and AI governance policies and processes. You will serve as the primary point of contact for AI model governance within Model Validation and drive consistent standards controls and reporting across the addition you will establish metrics and dashboards for senior leadership lead training and enablement for validators and developers and continuously improve tooling and processes to enhance control effectiveness and align with CIBCs risk appetite.

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

How youll succeed

• Relationship Management A key attribute you will have will be your ability to effectively interact and build relationships internally and externally to Model Validation. You will partner with the Enterprise AI Governance Office model validators model developers US and regional model risk teams and Internal Audit to drive adoption and consistency.

• Research and External Intelligence - Conduct research on regulatory expectations and industryleading practices related to AI/ML model risk and governance. Stay abreast of peer practices through formal and informal networks and external forums. Translate insights into actionable guidance and requirements; ensure the proposed framework meets or exceeds regulatory expectations and is aligned with and adaptable to CIBCs existing policies standards and procedures.

• Governance Reporting and Analytics Execute model governance activities such as inventory management regulatory compliance linkage deficiency tracking and reporting. Use data to identify themes trends and areas requiring remediation.

• Creative Thinking You will think differently see opportunities where challenges and efficiency opportunities appear to exist and propose and implement creative solutions.

• Project Management You will provide rigor and structure around the scheduling and organizing of the work that we do. Where required you will assist in managing applicable actions plans and associated due dates.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate 5 years of experience in model risk management model validation model development or AI governance. Its an asset if you understand CIBCs Model Risk and Validation framework/policy/standards/requirements.

• 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 bring a shared vision to life.

• Youre passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity.

• You love to learn. Youre passionate about growing your knowledge and you know that there is no limit to what you can achieve.

• You engage with your heart and mind. You care about people and understand different perspectives. You listen and learn from the experiences of others.

• You act like an owner. You thrive when youre empowered to take the lead go above and beyond and deliver results.

• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others dont. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• You embrace and champion change. Youll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.

• 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

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities were actively recruiting for unless stated otherwise.

• 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 test (such as simulation coding French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. 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.

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