Sr. Consultant, Data Governance

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

You’ll be joining CIBC’s Technology Operations Team. We are on a dynamic transformational journey with clear purpose set out by the CIBC enterprise and Transformation, Infrastructure and Innovation. Our goal is to further establish ourselves as a skillful, responsive and innovative partner to our technology peers and our partners in CIBC. The Senior Consultant of Data Governance will help establish and execute on the approach by managing and delivering on key Data Governance activities,  acting as a liaison between internal technology teams, internal and external Data Governance and risk partners. The scope includes supporting TO’s four Technology portfolios. The role must effectively engage with these teams to support the establishment of Enterprise and Industry best practice data governance practices, Data Governance deficiency and deviation identification and management, while providing day-to-day direction to senior leaders to help meet CIBC’s Enterprise Data Governance Policies and Standards.

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.

How You’ll Succeed

• Relationship Building - A key attribute you will have will be your ability to effectively interact and build relationships internally and externally to CIBC. You will be a point of contact for understanding and supporting the implementation of Data Governance accountabilities across TO, working with teams and risk partners when issues arise, supporting the remediation of Data Governance related deficiencies, risk issues and data governance concerns. When issues are identified, obtaining buy-in to close these issues is challenging and requires strong relationship management skills to be successful.
• Data Governance Advisory - Establish, monitor, and enhance key risk indicators (KRIs) to proactively identify areas of concern. Offer technical leadership and interpret complex data governance related information. Ensure alignment with industry best practices. Communicate findings and recommendations to leadership to drive informed decision-making.
• Leading and Mentoring – Support end-to-end implementation as a subject matter expert, and provide guidance to a diverse team of technology and risk professionals. Maintain a collaborative work environment and support team members to resolve organizational, operational, and process problems. Support the implementation of Data Governance initiatives as an SME.

Who You Are

• You can demonstrate experience with: 3-4+ years in Data Governance, Management Control Environments, Risk Partners, Corporate Policies and Standards. Excellent abilities to manage stakeholders and having strong communication skills is a must. Ability to influence decision-making and risk governance strategies. You have strong abilities around analyzing and understanding data, as well as gap analysis expertise. You are proficient with Excel pivot tables, and other Microsoft office applications. You have strong problem solving skills, stakeholder management abilities, and exceptional organizational skills. 
• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it’s the right thing to do.
• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.
• 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 create a shared vision.
• 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.

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-carrieres@cibc.com

• 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, 14th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Commercial Acumen, Decision Making, Facilitation, Negotiation, Planning Activities, Relationship Management, Self-Starter