Senior Consultant, Operational Risk

CIBC•Savoy, IL

1d•$100,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

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. Technology Infrastructure and Innovation (TI&I) delivers operational excellence by managing the technology and operations that keep CIBC running smoothly. As part of the Governance and Oversight team—a First Line control group within the Three Lines of Defense model—you’ll help empower CIBC’s Control Framework and support the bank’s transformation by focusing on clients, innovating for the future, and simplifying operations. As a Governance & Oversight Advisor for US TI&I, you'll collaborate with strategic Business Units and Functional Groups to strengthen business resiliency and manage risk. You’ll steward processes for assessing the design and effectiveness of internal controls, advance CIBC’s risk management framework, and provide advisory services to Private Wealth Management (PWM) Operations. In this role, you’ll lead remediation of deficiencies, develop procedures, analyze operational losses, and present executive reporting on governance and controls for the business unit. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

Requirements

At least 5 years of banking experience, with proven expertise in risk management and interpreting policies and procedures to ensure process accuracy and timeliness.
You bring a commitment to CIBC’s values of trust, teamwork, and accountability.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in private wealth management operations.

Responsibilities

Support the business in identifying controls, participating in risk assessments, leading remediation of deficiencies, and developing procedures to monitor business processes.
Liaise with second and third lines of defense regarding new or changing risk programs, provide evidence and support during exams, and act as a subject matter expert for Private Wealth Management Operations.
Engage with internal clients to understand their priorities and advise on operational risk management solutions, building trusted relationships across all lines of defense.
Analyze processes and functional requirements, identify opportunities for efficiency, and recommend improvements to maintain an acceptable risk posture aligned with regulatory requirements.
Manage projects and timelines proactively, lead completion of CIBC Control Framework requirements, including Risk and Controls Self Assessments (RCSAs) and Key Regulatory Indicators (KRIs) and develop executive reporting on governance and controls for the business unit.
Serve as Maintenance Officer for Operational Process Controls (OPCs), Financial Process Controls (FPCs), and Regulatory Compliance Management (RCM) controls.