Sr. Manager, Governance

Join to apply for the Sr. Manager, Governance & Risk Advisory role at CIBC 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants 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. To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What You’ll Be Doing You’ll join our Governance Risk Controls team reporting into the Director, Risk, Governance and Controls. As a Senior Manager Governance & Risk Advisory, you’ll work in a growing area of the bank that manages operational risk, regulatory supervision, standardized testing, loss management, Global Technology , Data and AI. As part of the Governance & Controls team you’ll lead the management of material, systemic and emerging risks and implement integrated control improvement solutions across all products and distribution channels. In addition, you will be accountable for providing consultation on the development, analysis and implementation of process changes or other activities which support our partners achieve their strategic objectives while achieving compliance with the data management policies and standards. You’ll provide support of CIBC’s Control Framework to ensure compliance to regulatory, legislative, and operational requirements, including the efficient and effective management of deficiency remediation. You’ll act as the key relationship manager for the business and provide risk consultation and advise on governance initiatives for Global Technology, Data & AI (GTDAI). How You’ll Succeed Risk Assessment / Remediation : Work closely with the LOB partners to proactively identify risk exposures and control gaps, to analyze and synthesize risk exposures, operational losses, root causes and control gaps and determine materiality. Propose recommendations to mitigate risk exposures / control gaps. Lead the Change Initiative Risk Assessment (CIRA) process, ensuring all material risks are identified and compliant to the CIBC CIRA policy and process. Manage all deficiencies for the LOB, ensuring closure dates are met and no deficiencies go past due. Lead the implementation of remediation plans for targeted control gaps / special projects. Risk Consulting : Lead the completion of all CIBC Control Framework requirements. Act as the risk and control Subject Matter Expert (SME) providing expert advice to LOB partners. Lead all Internal Audits, Compliance exams for the business. Provide ongoing management of self‑assessment processes. Participate in larger more complex business, governance and regulatory projects to identify risk and control issues, recommend solutions and develop control requirements. People Management – Success in this role requires strong people management skills to lead a diverse team. AI Management – Knowledge with AI management / governance and principles, practices, standard, processes. Relationship Building / Management : Key relationship manager and collaborative consultant with business partners, and 2nd and 3rd lines of defense for all matters relating to operational risk. Manage relationships at peer or director level, as well as project / initiative managers within the assigned Line of Business (LOB). Represent Business Controls on business initiatives. Who You Are You can demonstrate minimum 5 years experience and working knowledge of governance, controls, risk management principles, practices, policies and procedures with a background in Technology Audits. Significant experience in people management and investigative work is strongly preferred. You can demonstrate experience in supporting and communicating Control Framework requirements and support the development of new / changes to controls. It’s an asset if you have an knowledge of Data management and Analytics. It’s an asset if you have experience in Enterprise Technology and AI development governance models. Your influence makes a difference. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by sharing your expertise. You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way. You’re passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity. You know that details matter. You notice things that others don’t. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making. 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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com. 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 Communication, Domain Knowledge, Process Design, Python (Programming Language), Technical Writing J-18808-Ljbffr #J-18808-Ljbffr