Senior Investigator, Special Investigations Unit (Secondment/Contract)

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce is seeking a Senior Investigator for its Special Investigations Unit in Toronto. This role involves compliance oversight, relationship management, and supporting investigation activities related to anti-money laundering. Candidates should have expertise in regulatory frameworks and a data-driven approach to problem-solving, valuing trust and teamwork.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits and wellbeing support

Recognition programs

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Experience in regulatory/compliance requirements, particularly with AML frameworks.
• Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking skills.
• Skilled at investigating and communicating complex information.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely oversight of compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with businesses for investigations and risk assessments.
• Assist in developing strategies to mitigate AML risks.

Skills

AML

Business Improvement

Client Service

Operations Management

Reporting and Analysis

Risk Assessments

Risk Management

Tools

MS Office

COINS

ECIF

SWIFT

PRM

PostEdge

WorldCheck

Job description

Senior Investigator, Special Investigations Unit (Secondment/Contract)

Apply locations: Toronto, ON

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

End Date: July 4, 2025 (4 days left to apply)

Job requisition id: 2515074

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 ambitions, empowering you at work. Our team members are valued for their contributions and have the resources to make a meaningful impact.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll join [insert department name]. You’ll provide timely advice and independent oversight of CIBC’s compliance with regulatory requirements. As the Sr. Analyst, AML, you’ll liaise with businesses across the enterprise, accessing internal systems to support investigation outcomes. You’ll assist in designing, developing, and implementing strategies to mitigate AML risks enterprise-wide based on financial intelligence gathered from various sources.

How You’ll Succeed

• Attention to detail: Research laws, regulations, and industry commitments, ensuring relevant issues and risks are identified. Provide ongoing risk assessments and communicate regulatory changes.
• Relationship building: Work with management to establish a compliance culture and ensure risk and control processes are effective and cost-efficient.
• Oversight and monitoring: Oversee resolution of complex compliance issues, draft action plans, and recommend solutions.

Who You Are

• Experience in regulatory/compliance requirements: Knowledge of AML and terrorist financing frameworks, experience with various payment and transaction types, proficiency in MS Office, and familiarity with systems like COINS, ECIF, SWIFT, PRM, PostEdge, WorldCheck is an asset.
• Curious and eager to learn: Passionate about growing knowledge and understanding complex problems.
• Detail-oriented: Able to notice details others might miss, with strong critical thinking skills.
• Data-driven: Skilled at investigating and making sense of complex information, communicating findings clearly.
• Influential: Build relationships and share expertise to inspire outcomes.
• Values-driven: Live and work according to values of trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

We prioritize your goals, recognizing your strengths and ambitions with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, benefits, wellbeing support, and recognition programs.

• Recognition through personalized programs, benefits, and social initiatives.

Additional Information

• We promote an inclusive environment and provide accessible candidate experiences. Contact [e-mail] for accommodations.
• You must be legally eligible to work in the specified location and have necessary permits.
• The application process may include assessments and skill tests to learn about your capabilities and provide insights into our organization.

Expected End Date: 2026-07-02

Location: Toronto-81 Bay, 29th Floor

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 37.5

Skills: AML, Business Improvement, Client Service, Operations Management, Reporting and Analysis, Risk Assessments, Risk Management