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Senior Risk Officer - Commercial and Industrial

cibc, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


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The Senior Risk Officer – Commercial and Industrial (C&I), U.S. Region reports to the U.S. Head of Risk Oversight & Segment Risk and is accountable for leading the Segment Risk Team’s activities covering C&I, and in supporting the U.S. Head of Risk Oversight & Segment Risk in all Day-to-Day Risk Oversight including Operational and Long Term Strategic needs within the Segment Risk Management Department, including but not exclusive to the following:

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Lead and direct activities related to Commercial Real Estate within Segment Risk, drive a culture of continuous improvement, through identification and implementation of resources and processes including:

Risk Identification and Measurement Framework

Risk Policy and Governance

Risk Appetite

Functional oversight including Information Security, Cyber Risk Management, Vendor Risk Management and Operational Resiliency

Compendium Reporting (Advisory) Market Development

Lead and direct activities related to continuous improvement and expansion of Risk Oversight, through identification and implementation of resources and processes including:

Enterprise and Operational Risk Frameworks/Policies review/challenge

Change Initiative Risk Assessments

Segment Risk Statements and Product Risk Statement reviews/challenges

Control Risk Self Assessments reviews/challenges

Assist Head of Segment Risk with Integration of CIBC US Risk Management Organizational and Governance related activities, including strategy and long-term implementation.

Provide advisory support to the first line with emerging Enterprise-Wide Risk Management-related regulatory expectations from the FRB, FDIC and all other applicable agencies.

Conduct risk-based 360 review of C&I, thereby developing a comprehensive compendium to effectively aggregate, monitor and report risks across C&I.

Provide qualitative input into dashboard risk levels and outlooks.

Enhance, execute and deliver an effective challenge framework that will consider a broad range of potential outcomes and actions to assess based on different scenarios on a continuous basis.

KEY CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Regular interaction and close partnering with CIBC Risk Management and Compliance groups

Close working relationship with the Chief Risk Officer in the U.S.

Regular interaction with leaders across CIBC and U.S. C&I Line of Business

Interaction with U.S. Regulatory Agencies, External/Internal Auditors, Risk Management Association, etc.

PEOPLE LEADERSHIP ACCOUNTABILITIES

Set appropriate context when assigning work to ensure that individuals’ roles support the achievement of the business unit’s priorities and CIBC’s overall goals.

Build team and individual capabilities by providing development opportunities such as job shadowing, special projects, and training.

Manage performance by providing fair and accurate formal and informal feedback, identifying and removing obstacles to performance and by explaining how performance expectations align with business priorities.

Create a positive work environment and being an effective role model by championing CIBC’s mission, vision and values.

Ensure compliance with policies, standards, guidelines and controls by applying the policies and controls fairly and consistently so employees understand what to expect.

Hire the right people in the right jobs to align individual capabilities with job requirements and business unit goals.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS/RESPONSIBILITIES

As an employee of CIBC, the incumbent must comply with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, guidelines and controls.

As the manager of people, this job must ensure all employees within the business unit comply with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, standards, guidelines and control requirements.

This person is responsible to lead and direct activities related to continuous improvement and expansion for all assigned areas herein for the US Region Risk Management organization. Responsibilities may include interactions with Global CIBC Leadership, US Regional Leadership across all Lines of Business, and Regulators.

AUTHORITIES/DECISION RIGHTS

The role is a key contact for Segment Risk- C&I coverage and the horizontal connectivity across ERM, ORM, Conduct Risk, Stress Testing, Market/Liquidity Risk, and Credit Risk related matters within the US Region and therefore is accountable for ensuring the team adheres to CIBC’s applicable policies and meet US regulatory requirements.

Authorizing expenses and overseeing budgets according to applicable CIBC policies.

KEY CAPABILITIES

Undergraduate Degree / Preferred to have Masters Degree

A minimum of 10 years experience

Deep understanding of risk management theory and practices.

Comprehensive management skills sufficient to lead/motivate reports and peers, as appropriate.

Extensive working knowledge of the external financial and regulatory environment from a risk perspective.

Advanced presentation/interactive skills to clearly articulate complex conceptual information/ideas.

Excellent writing skills sufficient to prepare interpretative, analytical and creative materials involving precise articulation of ideas and opinions.

Problem solving skills sufficient to select and modify general approaches and solutions suitable for given problems or issues.

Demonstrate integrity, possessing a strong stewardship and corporate governance profile with an ability to bring a mature perspective to discussions, as this position involves the interface with colleagues at all levels.

Provide support to the Segment Risk group, as well as technical advice and guidance on complex and/or unique issues and recommendations for strategy.

Creativity and innovation to address issues where very little precedence exists.

Specific attributes includes:

Confidence

Forward and strategic thinking

Initiative

Decision-making ability

Detail-oriented

Creative

Develops others

Makes an Impact and Influences

WORKING CONDITIONS

This role operates within a normal office environment with little exposure to adverse working conditions.

At CIBC, our people are our greatest asset. You’ll become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers teams to do what’s right for the client and to do it well. As part of our team, you will:

Thrive:

Benefit from an open and approachable culture that provides the flexibility and support you need to integrate your life at work and home.

Connect:

Work in a place where the right technology and infrastructure foster innovation, collaboration, and creativity.

Develop:

Grow your skills and career through our best-in-class onboarding experience, ongoing learning opportunities, individual development planning, and comprehensive product training.

Prosper:

Share in our collective success with a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, health benefits programs, retirement savings, and more.

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-120 S LaSalle St, 8th Fl

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Continuous Improvement Techniques, Emerging Risks, Group Problem Solving, Leadership, Operation Risk Management, Predictive Modeling, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Analytics, Risk Management Framework

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