Sr Consultant, Data Mesh Enablement

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What You’ll Be Doing

Reporting to the Director, Data Mesh Enablement, this role is a key to drive the One Enablement team vision. The successful incumbent will be responsible for further establishing the effective governance and management of the Data Mesh platform, building out an effective support framework to accelerate data driven insights, including processes and best practice documentation. The role is also to provide leadership and establish effective collaboration with key enablement teams across organization to accelerate speed to insight, and advance data and analytics maturity for our stakeholders no matter where they are in their analytics journey.

Success will be attained through partnering with various data intensive projects & initiatives as well as key business stakeholders. The Data Mesh Consultant will share subject matter expertise in CIBC processes, methodologies, data flows, system integrations, application dependencies, and Information Security and Data Governance and Management requirements.

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

• Support Data Mesh Enablement Strategy- Support the roll-out of enterprise-wide data mesh enablement strategy including mobilization of One data enablement team in a hub and spoke model-conduct gap assessment of the current state, provide requirements and lead the work packages related to: acceleration of data access journey for enterprise users- mobilize stakeholders, define, document, and drive the rollout of process definition and operationalization of processes; data mesh product design operationalization requirements to enable data product ownership personae based access requirements within data mesh architecture to enable faster user journey. Accessibility and quality data mapping requirements to support data quality, lineage & controls needs. Be agile in projects and manage deliverables and key accountabilities by aligning with other project dependencies. Business and process requirements and managing deliverables against business partner expectations and time sensitive deadlines.

• Support Data and Analytics Enablement Governance Framework- Establish and support foundational platform (tools, data/ metadata, access) governance and management requirements enabling consistent data consumption across enterprise data enablement platform in a Cloud environment, including: Develop, implement and manage processes and standards for team engagement; ensure clarity around processes; Identify key capabilities and development needs and provide requirements for enterprise wide best practices, including KRIs and help to create requirements documentation; Collaborate with other stakeholders and supporting teams to ensure clarity around policies, standards, and that there is process consistency and alignment with Enterprise standards.

• Provide Oversight Function- Facilitate and support internal and external reviews by: supporting all internal and external audit and oversight reviews, and manage deliverables as a result of review findings; playing a critical role in driving increase efficiency, including process optimization and automation where practical; and establishing meaningful KPI tracking ensuring that a review and approval in Data and Analytics Impact assessment resulting from PFR and CIRA notifications.

• Leadership- Provide leadership in designing data enablement rollout strategy by liaising with various lines of businesses, analytical groups, user base, technology, change management. Lead and partner with cross functional groups fostering BI/ Analytics research and innovation culture.

• Focus on Innovation and Simplification - Strive for continual enhancement of enablement processes and contribute to platform and governance process simplification.

• Relationship Management- Focus on building strong relationships with internal and external clients. Work collaboratively with teams across the bank to understand their data and analytical needs. Work with the teams to identify their data and analytical needs and provide appropriate support and recommendations.

Who You Are

• You can demonstrate experience in working in an internal consulting team with a focus on enterprise enablement- data management, process engineering, business intelligence and managing large scale, complex projects and teams in the financial services industry. Exposure to data consumption is an asset with a focus on data requirements for enterprise wide initiatives.

• You are a master storyteller- You have an uncanny ability to analyze and convey complex ideas and concepts in a concise and clear way igniting interest, gaging feedback and communicating key asks. You have an eye for design and visual presentations driving strong collaboration

• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. Understanding internal banking processes and how they translate into data outputs.

• You're driven to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact.

• You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take the lead, go above and beyond, and deliver results. You move the deliverables forward proactively and with an owner mindset, while provoking high level thinking to ensure alignment between stakeholders.

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

• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability. You strive to lead with integrity; continuous improvement and talent development are an integral part of your personal brand. You bring people and networks together to Get Stuff Done

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]

• 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

Advanced Analytics, Analytical Thinking, Data Management, Data Science, Data Tools, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Data Modeling, Strategy Implementation