Director, Client Data and Process Automation

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What Youll Be Doing

The goal of CIBCs Capital Markets (CM) business is to be the premier client-focused Capital Markets based in Canada. To deliver on this the capital markets arm of CIBC provides a wide range of credit capital markets investment banking merchant banking and research products and services to government institutional corporate and retail clients in Canada and in key markets around the world.

The Client Data Management and Process Re-engineering (CDM&PR) team within Capital Markets Chief Administration Office (CAO) has the mandate to onboard all CM institutional clients funds shared clients and broker counterparties as well as to manage a robust and effective client lifecycle management process for clients. The CDM&PR team is also responsible for client data its visualization and data related initiatives primarily related to domestic and international regulatory reporting regimes. The team conducts its activities through internal and external research and interaction with numerous stakeholders including Salespeople & Relationship Managers Legal Documentation Credit Operations teams.

Youll join CIBC as a Director Client Data & Process Automation within the Client Data Management and Process Re-engineering this role youll oversee business intelligence and data analytics for the client data domain supporting production change initiatives and strategic decision-making. Youll manage the development and delivery of client data reports dashboards and data quality measurement processes working closely with data governance and technology partners. Youll also identify and implement smaller-scale process automation opportunities ensuring compliance with CIBCs enterprise policies and standards. As a people leader youll guide and coach team members drive continuous improvement and foster a collaborative and positive work environment.

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

• Business Intelligence & Reporting Manage and support all aspects of client data reporting visualization and dashboards. Oversee the development of data quality measurement workflows and partner with technology teams to build efficient data repositories and flows.

• Process Automation Identify and manage a pipeline of process improvement and automation opportunities leveraging available technology tools and adhering to AI governance and risk management standards.

• Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with internal clients and stakeholders including senior management technology capital markets and operations partners.

• Team Leadership & Talent Development Provide leadership and guidance to team members ensuring mandates are fulfilled. Support professional growth through coaching feedback and development opportunities.

• Compliance & Risk Management Ensure all products reports and processes are implemented in compliance with CIBCs enterprise policies including data governance information security and business-managed technology policies.

Who You Are

• You have a bachelors degree or masters degree in computer science or related field.

• You have extensive experience in data management. You bring 5-7 years of experience working with data and project management experience is an asset. Youre skilled in data management techniques and best practices.

• Youre comfortable with technology and analytics tools. You have hands-on experience with platforms such as Excel Alteryx Power BI Tableau Python Databricks Power Automate SharePoint & Microsoft Power Suite. You quickly adapt to new technologies and software applications to drive results and efficiency.

• You have a solid understanding of Capital Markets and regulatory requirements and products. Youre familiar with both domestic and international regulations policies and guidelines that impact business practices and experience with AML/KYC and trade reporting standards (such as Dodd Frank EMIR MiFID CAT NMS IIROC and others) is an asset.

• You know that relationships are the key to success. You excel at managing relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders always focusing on delivering exceptional service.

• You thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You have a strong track record of delivering results effectively leveraging technology to drive efficiency. Youre flexible adaptable and comfortable managing shifting priorities in a demanding setting.

• Youre committed to continuous improvement. You proactively identify opportunities to enhance processes and drive efficiencies using innovative problem-solving and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver effective solutions.

• You are a caring and accountable leader. You have proven leadership skills successfully building and managing teams of full-time employees and contractors. You guide motivate and coach your team to achieve shared goals fostering professional growth and a culture of continuous improvement. You ensure everyone is committed to delivering excellent service to both internal and external clients.

• Youre skilled in risk management and strategic planning. You have strong knowledge of processes tools and techniques to assess and control organizational risks and you contribute to operational tactical and strategic planning to support business objectives.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values trust teamwork and accountability.

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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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