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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

The Internal Audit Director – Compliance, AML and Legal Portfolio will focus on leading the US Compliance and AML Audit team under the direction of the Audit Senior Director, conducting audits focused on consumer protection, safety and soundness, financial crimes or legal related matters. The Internal Audit Director is a leadership position within the US Internal Audit Department responsible for the development and execution of a risk based audit plan that addresses the significant risks relevant to the Compliance, AML, and Legal Portfolio. The Internal Audit Director develops strong relationships with Compliance, AML and Legal business partners to obtain an understanding of the risks facing the organization and stay close to new developments impacting the business. Additionally, the Internal Audit Director role will be responsible for leading, directing, evaluating, and developing audit professionals to ensure audit activities are conducted to high standards of accuracy, rigor, and credibility and according to regulations and industry standards. The Internal Audit Director will also assist the Audit Senior Director in mentoring and developing the US Compliance, AML and Legal Internal Audit team to ensure team members continue to progress their careers.

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+ days per week on-site, while other days will be remote

How You’ll Succeed

Assist the Audit Senior Director – Compliance, AML and Legal in developing a comprehensive audit plan that addresses key regulatory requirements / expectations and provides a sound third line of defense risk based coverage

Provide oversight in the execution of the audit plan through the review of detailed project plans that effectively incorporate appropriate risks, scope, staffing requirements, deliverables, timelines, budgets and client availability

Demonstrate a forward-looking mindset to anticipate what is needed to timely meet objectives and department needs

Oversee and manage multiple engagements at one time

Participate in certain committees of the US Region to increase understanding and awareness of current issues and new developments

Guide department personnel in their careers and provide learning opportunities through coaching and mentoring activities

Collaborate with team members in Enterprise Internal Audit to ensure a consistent approach to auditing risk and ensure there is a robust exchange of information and ideas

Provide guidance to the team in all phases of an audit as needed

Expand the audit team’s knowledge of key banking requirements / regulatory expectations in the areas of financial crimes, consumer protection, safety and soundness, broker dealer and wealth management

Prepare or review meaningful, relevant, and well-supported audit reports

Effectively communicate findings to various levels of management

Translate broad business strategies and key initiatives within assigned areas into effective, risk sensitive audit plans

Assist the Audit Senior Director – Compliance, AML and Legal in executing and evolving department strategy and governance

Set the proper tone and culture for the department

Contribute to the positive and team-oriented culture by maintaining cooperative relationships (assisting other project teams when necessary), facilitating the resolution of conflicts, sharing information, and accepting and providing feedback

Work closely with management to promptly resolve any concerns that may arise and build trust.

Serve as a business advisor and partner by providing the business unit and senior management with advice related to business issues and controls

Demonstrate commitment to professional growth by assuming progressively more challenging assignments (in-line with standard audit career progression), proactively seeking relevant education and training opportunities, and expanding professional network

Represent the Audit Senior Director or Head of Internal Audit – US Region in meetings with Audit Committee/Regulators as needed

Ensure compliance with IIA Standards

Who You Are

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is required

Professional certification such as Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)

Experience working in an Internal Audit department at a large US bank focusing on audits of the financial crimes, broker dealer, wealth management or consumer protection function

Strong knowledge of US banking regulatory requirements, including those related to financial crimes, consumer protection, broker dealer, wealth management, safety and soundness

12+ years of relevant, progressive experience

Ability to work independently in areas of difficult or complex nature

Project management skills, including the ability to manage shifting priorities

Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, presentation, interpersonal, and relationship building skills

High level of expertise in collaboration and communication with internal and external parties

Exemplify a positive attitude, strong work ethic, team work and professionalism

Ability to travel (10%)

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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $150,000 - $180,000 for the market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.

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*, 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, 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

IL-70 W Madison St, 10th Fl

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Auditing, Compliance Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Compliance