Senior Project Manager, Deposits Delivery

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

As a Senior Project Manager, reporting to the Director, Project Delivery, you will be responsible for independent delivery of complex Deposit projects/programs across multiple lines of businesses. The role works with minimal direction on complex projects, providing expert level knowledge of project management principles, standards, and business consulting through considerable project delivery experience. You will lead stakeholder engagement, people change management deliverables, define and complete risk assessment(s), and participate/support in execution of projects.  

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

• Project Delivery – Deliver and support in delivering priority products, processes, reporting, offers, campaigns, etc. that support our strategy. Lead and manage the People Change Management components of the project. Simplify our end-to-end processes including escalation processes. Incorporate Agile concepts and practices where ever applicable. Support financial management reviews and reporting on projects.

• Relationship Management – Develop and manage internal relationships with CIBC's lines of business and other infrastructure groups, as necessary, to deliver strategically important projects within the approved budgets and timelines. Actively seek and evaluate opportunities to improve existing processes and work with key stakeholders to implement changes where appropriate. Work with partners within CIBC on a cross functional basis to influence strategic direction and enable the installation of effective Personal Banking strategies.

• Collaboration – Help internal partners (including executives) make informed decisions about the development of programs, products, and services. Work closely with teams as you work toward a common goal and negotiate deliverables and milestones whenever necessary.

• Project Leadership – Lead and mentor junior/intermediate members of the team in support of project work packages deliverables. Performs a subject matter leadership role to Project Delivery on project related activities. Contributes to development of the intellectual capital as well as a general base of insight and superior knowledge of the team.

• Strategic Development & Execution – Oversee the development, testing and implementation of multiple complex project that impact Personal Banking project. Participate, support complex business requirements and occasionally capture light business requirements. Define and manage resource requirements and allocations, monitor and improve quality, and ensure 'best practice' development techniques. Make recommendations on the ongoing viability of a project plan based functionality, budget, and timelines.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience. 3+ years' experience in end-to-end Project Management and Project Delivery including Agile principles. Experience and knowledge in People Change Management methodology, principles, and tools. PMP designation is an asset.

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

• You embrace and advocate change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.

• Your influence makes a difference. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by sharing your expertise.

• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity and enjoy being a mentor.

• You're motivated 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.

• 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-

• 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-81 Bay, 25th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Accountability, Business Case Development, Change Management, Financial Management, Leadership, Project Management

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