Senior Director, Corporate Function Compliance

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What you'll be doing

As part of CIBC’s Risk Management group, the Compliance & Global Regulatory Affairs (CGRA) team plays a vital role in providing independent oversight of the bank’s compliance with regulatory requirements. As Senior Director, Corporate Function Compliance (CFC), you’ll lead a team responsible to perform RCM oversight function activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements across CIBC’s Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and Functional Groups (FGs). You will set the strategic direction for the CFC operating model, driving continuous improvement to ensure consistent, high quality execution of regulatory compliance oversight activities.  In this capacity, you will serve as the accountable officer for more than 200 Regulatory Group Topics within the CFC mandate and provide expert guidance on complex regulatory matters. Your leadership will foster a strong culture of compliance, reinforce effective risk management, and support the achievement of CIBC’s business objectives. You’ll collaborate with senior leaders, represent the CFC team in cross-enterprise initiatives, and champion enhancements to compliance processes and controls.

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 2-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How you'll succeed

• Strategic Leadership & Oversight – Lead and manage the CFC team, providing clear direction and oversight of regulatory compliance management oversight activities. Develop, implement, and continuously improve the CFC operating model, policies, and procedures in alignment with CIBC’s RCM Framework.

• Regulatory Compliance Management – Oversee the execution of the RCM program oversight activities, ensuring robust processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring, and remediating regulatory compliance risks. Review complex regulatory and legal documentation and translate requirements into actionable controls.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Build and maintain effective relationships with other Oversight Functions, business leaders, and governance partners. Represent CFC on cross-enterprise committees and lead cross-functional projects that enhance the RCM program and operating model.

• People Leadership – Provide ongoing leadership, coaching, and development to a team of compliance professionals. Set clear expectations, support professional growth, and manage performance to foster engagement and achievement of team goals.

• Governance & Reporting – Oversee the preparation of reports and analytics for senior management and governance committees. Ensure compliance with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, standards, and controls.

Who you are

• You’re a strategic leader. You have a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and providing strategic direction in complex, regulated environments.

• You have deep expertise in compliance. You bring at least 10 years of progressive experience in compliance, risk management, legal, audit, or related governance roles within financial services, and a strong understanding of regulatory compliance management and risk assessment methodologies.

• You’re an effective collaborator. You excel at building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally, to achieve shared goals.

• You have exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills. You can assess regulatory developments, prioritize activities, and make sound decisions in a rapidly changing environment.

• You’re an excellent communicator. You’re skilled at translating complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance and communicating effectively with diverse audiences.

• 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 [email protected]

• 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.

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