Consultant, Third-Party Strategy and Governance

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Toronto is seeking a Consultant for Third-Party Strategy and Governance. This role involves bridging development principles and enhancing user satisfaction through innovative system designs. You will work in a hybrid environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful product outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a background in Business Management and experience in product ownership, focusing on user experience and Agile methodologies.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation offering

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver product outcomes.
• Acted as a Product Owner, defining product vision and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Translate high-level features into detailed user stories.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and monitor progress.

Skills

Critical Thinking

GRC Tools

Structured Query Language (SQL)

Third Party Risk Management

Education

Business Management

Job description

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Consultant, Third-Party Strategy and Governance

Apply locations Toronto, ON time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: May 26, 2025 (7 days left to apply) job requisition id 2504829

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.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What you’ll be doing

As a member of the Third Party Governance Office (TPGO), the Consultant, Third-Party Strategy and Governance plays a critical role for bridging development principles to effectively design and communicate business and technical needs to our technology partners. You will incorporate design thinking, process design and user experience techniques to create intuitive system designs that enhance user satisfaction.

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

• Break Down Features into User Stories: Work directly with the PM and Development Lead to translate high-level features and business requirements into detailed user stories and acceptance criteria that can be executed in development cycles.

• Focus on Innovation and Simplification: By optimizing the flow of value through the multi-team Agile environment and progress towards objectives, goals, and commitments, while removing impediments, resolving conflicts and managing risks and issues.

• Participate in Agile Ceremonies: Engage in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, while monitoring progress and addressing any blockers.

• Support the product team with key deliverables : Working with stakeholders, business partners, and analytics to understand the business/user problem and develop a product backlog that solves for user problems, meets business objectives and prioritizes work with the maximum value

• Stay Current with Best Practices. Our team constantly looks for ways to improve user experience and insights consumption, staying up to date with industry best practices in development/data design, and user experience.

Who you are

• You have demonstrated experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful product outcomes, conducting internal meetings, and analyzing internal feedback to drive improvements. You have acted as a Product Owner, defining product vision, strategy, and roadmap, while utilizing data analytics and JIRA to manage product backlogs, create user stories, and track progress effectively. Additionally, you have experience in facilitating stakeholder communication and ensuring alignment on product goals throughout the development process.

• You have a degree/diploma in Business Management, finance and/or related experience in Project Management/Product Ownership

• You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• 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 [e-mail]

• 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, 19th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Critical Thinking, GRC Tools, Structured Query Language (SQL), Third Party Risk Management

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