Senior Consultant, AI Compliance and Oversight

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian bank is seeking a Senior Consultant for AI Compliance and Oversight to ensure adherence to governance standards and manage AI-related risks. This position requires strong collaboration across teams, critical thinking skills, and a commitment to ethical AI practices. Candidates should have a relevant degree and a passion for responsible AI management.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Wellbeing support

Flexibility to manage work activities

Qualifications

• Experience in governance, risk, and compliance requirements.
• Strong process development and project management skills.
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with CIBC’s Enterprise AI Framework and policies.
• Collaborate with various teams to manage AI-related risks.
• Monitor legislative developments affecting AI governance.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence Ethics

Governance Framework

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management and Mitigation

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Senior Consultant, AI Compliance and Oversight page is loaded

Senior Consultant, AI Compliance and Oversight

Apply locations Toronto, ON time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: July 8, 2025 (12 days left to apply) job requisition id 2514842

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

The Enterprise AI Governance Office (AIGO) within the Enterprise Advanced Analytics and AI Hub at CIBC is the team responsible for ensuring that all AI activities in CIBC are governed in accordance with the Enterprise AI Framework and its associated processesand standards. AIGO leads the way within the organization in developing processes, standards, guidance, and best practices for effectively managing AI related risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.

This position involves supporting Enterprise-wide compliance with the requirements set out in CIBC’s Enterprise AI Framework and any associated policies, standards and processes. The position will also be responsible for supporting the monitoring AI-related laws and regulations and work with Enterprise Compliance team and other Oversight Functions to assess the impact of these laws and regulations. The Senior Consultant will work collaboratively with technology, business teams , control groups, audit, and oversight bodies to ensure that all CIBC AI Governance requirements are complied with and are effective in managing AI-related risks.

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

• Champion the responsible and ethical use of AI for solving business problems- Work with business units to understand their AI Governance needs, opportunities, and pain points. Work with risk and control teams to ensure AI related risks are adequately managed. Focus on relationship building and become a trusted partner for AI Governance within the bank. Contribute to the development of thought leadership and related educational resources both within the organization and externally.

• Ensure AI Solutions are managed and delivered in a governed manner- Work with AI development, technology, and risk/control /compliance teams on the identification, development, and scaling of best practices, tools and techniques to comply with governance requirements and accelerate CIBC’s leadership in ethical and responsible use of AI. Manage AI-related controls with key partners and assist with developing and tracking key control metrics for AI-related risks and perform on-going reviews to ensure effective controls are implemented

• Translate research to insights and inform decision making- Monitor and report on the latest developments in legislative and regulatory instruments as it pertains to AI Governance. Help ensure that all AI Governance processes and standards are inclusive of the requirements necessary to meet the growing demands and advancements in AI by making amendments or drafting new processes and standards where necessary

• Ignite innovation, drive actions- Work as an internal consultant to drive results through the application of "governed" AI solutions. Provide support and help drive adoption of AI Governance across the organization by developing strategy and success metrics. Manage and participate in all AI Governance related bodies and committees.

Who You Are

• You can demonstrate experience in supporting governance, risk, and compliance requirements. including managing policies, standards, and processes, reporting KPIs/KRIs, managing key/non-key controls, regulatory compliance monitoring, and records management. You have strong process development, project management, planning, tracking, and organizational skills.

• You are a problem solver. You have exceptional critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills with demonstrated ability to independently identify and analyze problems and recommend solutions.

• You are passionate about the responsible and ethical use of AI to benefit society. You enjoy conducting research, developing processes and guidance, and educating others on this important topic.

• You’re a certified professional. You have a degree in a relevant discipline with education and knowledge that are transferrable to AI Governance.

• You're digitally savvy. You seek out innovative solutions and embrace evolving technologies. You can easily adapt to new tools and trends.

• You can be clearly understood . You have very strong communication and presentation skills with a demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely present information to groups and individuals at all levels in the organization.

• 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 r influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork, and accountability.

#LI-TA

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, 21st Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Artificial Intelligence Ethics, Cloud Governance, Governance Framework, Policy Compliance, Policy Development, Quality Assurance (QA) Standards, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management and Mitigation, Standards Compliance

At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability.

Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel.

Every day, our 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.