Senior Consultant, Enterprise AI Governance and Risk Management

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What You'll Be Doing 

The Enterprise AI Governance Office (AIGO) within the Enterprise Advanced Analytics and AI Hub at CIBC is the team responsible for ensuring that all AI activities in CIBC are governed in accordance with the Enterprise AI Framework and its associated processes and standards. AIGO leads the way within the organization in developing processes, standards, guidance, and best practices for effectively managing AI related risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. 

This position involves supporting CIBC's AI Risk management practices through conducting and reviewing AI risk assessments, developing effective AI risk mitigation plans in partnership the business teams and other risk control groups, and also by providing AI risk advisory services to the Enterprise. The position will be responsible for ensuring all AI solutions in the organization are appropriately risk assessed as required by the Enterprise AI Framework. The Senior Consultant will work collaboratively with technology, business teams, control groups, audit, and oversight bodies to ensure that all CIBC AI Governance requirements are complied with and are effective in managing AI-related risks. 

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 

• Champion the responsible and ethical use of AI for solving business problems- Work with business units to understand their AI Governance needs, opportunities, and pain points. Work with risk and control teams to ensure AI related risks are adequately managed. Focus on relationship building and become a trusted partner for AI Governance within the bank. Contribute to the development of AI risk management thought leadership and related educational resources both within the organization and externally.

• Ensure AI Solutions are managed and delivered in a governed manner- Work with AI development, technology, and risk/control/compliance teams in identifying, assessing, and mitigating AI-related risks in accordance with AI risk management best practices, tools and techniques to comply with governance requirements and accelerate CIBC's leadership in ethical and responsible use of AI. Develop AI-related risk mitigation controls with key partners and assist with ongoing risk reporting and risk reviews for the Enterprise.

• Translate research to insights and inform decision making- Monitor, research, and report on the latest trends and developments around AI risk management. Help ensure that all AI risk management processes, tools, and techniques are inclusive of the requirements necessary to meet the growing demands and advancements in AI by suggesting and making changes to the current state.

• Ignite innovation, drive actions- Work as an internal consultant to drive results through the application of "governed" AI solutions. Provide support and help drive adoption of AI Governance across the organization by developing strategy and success metrics. Manage and participate in all AI Governance related bodies and committees. 

Who You Are 

• You can demonstrate experience in developing, assessing, and evaluating AI solutions. Knowledge of Predictive Modelling, Machine Learning, NLP, Computer Vision, and other AI disciplines is a must have. You are a seasoned Data Science professional with strong foundational knowledge in Linear Algebra, Probability and Statistics, Computer Science, and/or Engineering.

• You have extensive hands-on experience in developing and deploying AI or Machine Learning solutions using Python, SAS, or R. Additionally, you have strong coding skills in SQL and hands-on experience with Tableau.

• You are passionate about the responsible and ethical use of AI to benefit society. You enjoy conducting research, developing processes and guidance, and educating others on this important topic. 

• You're a certified professional. You have a degree in a relevant discipline with education and knowledge that are transferrable to AI Governance.

• You're digitally savvy. You seek out innovative solutions and embrace evolving technologies. You can easily adapt to new tools and trends.

• You can be clearly understood. You have very strong communication and presentation skills with a demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely present information to groups and individuals at all levels in the organization.

• You're 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.

• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success.

• 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 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, 21st Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Artificial Intelligence Ethics, Cloud Governance, Governance Framework, Policy Compliance, Policy Development, Quality Assurance (QA) Standards, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management and Mitigation, Standards Compliance

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