Sr. Manager, Governance and Controls - Toronto

We're building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what's right for our clients. · At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what ...

Job description

We're building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what's 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'll Be Doing

Governance, Risk and Controls Testing, Chief Security Office & Threat Management oversees and manages Business Management Controls testing, Compliance Programs testing and the External Audit over Financial Reporting and SOX Compliance on behalf of our Business and Technology LOB Partners. Ensuring the right risk mitigation over key controls and compliance related activities within our Bank to reduce CIBC's exposure to fraud, business, technology and security related risks.  We provide support to the lines of businesses that the control environment is designed and operating effectively.  The Sr. Manager, is accountable to support the team in achieving compliance and effective control structure to mitigate risk.  We have a major role is supporting the external audit conducted annually for CIBC financial and SOX reports.  This work supports the technology arm of the engagement and results are reported to the Board.  The manager will be accountable to  maintain a comprehensive review and quality assurance over the information provided to support these reviews.  The role will help to in leading and executing all governance related activities in support of testing key controls and compliance attributes in support of CIBC Management Controls environment.

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

How You'll Succeed

• Governance: Employ effective monitoring and oversight through the three lines of defense model including monitoring and oversight of business unit management's adherence to the overarching Controls Methodologies Support our ability to operate according to the principles of continuous improvement, and influence continued development in Controls and Compliance Programs.

• Strong Leadership: Setting appropriate context when assigning work to ensure that individuals' roles support the achievement of the business unit's priorities and CIBC's overall goals; Building  team and individual capabilities by providing development opportunities. Provide for the on-going professional development of staff. Provide motivation, coaching, training and development opportunities to ensure that direct reports are performing or developing the necessary  professional skills

• Strategic Development & Execution: Direct the activities of the Governance Consultants by providing strategic guidance and support in the cost-effective achievement of overall Program objectives, focusing on 'end-to-end' processes and solutions. Develop internal relationships including senior executives, business unit managers, business unit and divisional executives and managers across CIBC.

Who You Are

• You can demonstrate minimum 5-8 years of experience in People leadership within Business Controls and Governance, identifying gaps, assessing Controls and making recommendations for improvements with a working knowledge of requirements of CIBC's Control Framework. You must have an experience within Audit or testing of key Controls processes are able to support and communicate the Control Framework requirements and supporting the development of new/changes to controls and Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities. You have an ability to interface with multiple business units and corporate governance groups on complex issues and demonstrate the ability to influence senior stakeholders in situations that require cooperation and consensus. You must have stellar written and oral communication skills.

• You're a certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing CIA, CISA, CRISC

•  You are a caring and accountable leader. You're passionate about developing and growing team members abilities. You have experience providing coaching and hands on support to meet team goals.

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

• You look beyond the moment. You make decisions and take actions that will make a difference today and tomorrow. You proactively seek new opportunities to define what's possible

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

Prior to starting in this role, security checks, including a criminal record check must be successfully completed to the satisfaction of CIBC. An annual criminal record check may also be required.

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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 Mailbox.careers-

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we're 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.

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 30th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Accountability, Business Units, Coaching, Compliance Programs, Controls Testing, Development Planning, Internal Controls, Leadership, Mitigated Risks, People Management, Personal Initiative, Prioritization, Professional Development, Risk Mitigation Strategies