Senior Project Manager - Enterprise Risk Management

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What you'll be doing

As a Sr. Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering on the project portfolio for Enterprise Risk Management while other initiatives may be added as required to meet business objectives, ensuring alignment with CIBC’s business strategy and regulatory requirements.

This role is accountable for leading and delivering successful projects and programs by applying established project management best practices, governance, and standardized delivery processes. The position champions a high-performance culture, fosters cross-functional collaboration, and ensures all initiatives support CIBC’s and Enterprise Risk Management business priorities and regulatory requirements.

The Project Manager will work will all relevant stakeholders, business and technology, ensuring adherence to Enterprise Delivery Framework (EDF). As an individual contributor you will demonstrate a proven track record with financial tracking and reporting, program health status reporting, change request management and risk/issue management & resolution. Additionally you should demonstrate strong analytical, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to build consensus and manage conflicting viewpoints through effective negotiation and influencing. Experience with both waterfall and agile delivery methodologies is essential, as you could be expected to lead projects in a fast-paced environment.

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.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

• Project Management – Outline project goals, terms of reference, resource requirements, and costs. Create a resource plan that ensures all stakeholders have a voice on the project. Assess the efficiency of the practices and procedures used by a team, and provide guidance that will continuously improve the project plan.

• Collaboration – Help internal partners make informed decisions about the development of programs, products, and services. Coach and mentor your teams as you work toward a common goal. Negotiate deliverables and milestones whenever necessary.

• Project Coordination – Proactively identify risks to the project schedule and find ways to mitigate them. Monitor milestones; ensure they’re completed according to timelines and budgets. Execute a project plan that strikes the right balance between budget, time, and risk.

• Communication and Persuasion – Share ideas, build consensus, and write with impact. Chair meetings and

• Relationships – Develop trusted working relationships with business stakeholders and technology partners.

• Leadership – For those candidates with significant experience, train and mentor colleagues.

Who you are

• You have 5-10 years’ experience in Project Management. You can demonstrate a deep understanding of the practices, procedures, and principles required to successfully deliver large projects, from planning to implementation.  Ability to analyze detailed concepts, quickly resolve project issues, and assess the advantages and disadvantages of solutions

• You have a degree/diploma in a related field of study. It’s an asset if you have your PMP designation.

• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity.

• You look beyond the moment. You make decisions and take actions that will make a difference today and tomorrow. You proactively seek new opportunities to define what's possible.

• 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 bring a shared vision to life.

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

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

• 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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