Sr. Consultant, Business Systems Analysis

CIBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentive pay

Banking benefits

Benefits program

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee share purchase plan

Vacation offering

Wellbeing support

MomentMakers recognition program

Job summary

CIBC in Toronto seeks a Senior Consultant, Business Systems Analysis to lead data-driven initiatives across Capital Markets and risk analytics. You'll gather requirements, design solutions, and mentor a cross-functional team to deliver technology-enabled business outcomes.

Expertise in Databricks (Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Genie Agents, Databricks SQL), PySpark, Python and SQL is essential, with experience in AI/ML use cases and strong stakeholder communication. Collaboration is key to success.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a BSA/BSC role leading projects and designing solutions, data analytics, data modeling, business intelligence and related fields.
• 2+ years of hands-on Databricks experience including Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Genie Agents and Databricks SQL.
• Strong technical skills in Databricks, PySpark, Python and SQL.
• Experience with AI/ML or generative AI use cases and data quality, modeling and business requirements.
• Advanced domain knowledge in Capital Markets and Financial Risk, including derivative pricing analytics.

Responsibilities

• Understanding and Documenting Requirements - gather complex business requirements and facilitate solution discussions.
• Build strong relationships, lead discussions, ensure solutions meet requirements.
• Lead cross-asset work with Rates desk and related analytics initiatives.
• Solution Design - create client-focused designs and validate documentation.
• Leading and Mentoring – support end-to-end project implementation and mentor team members.

Skills

Agile Thinking

Business Requirements Analysis

Communication

Critical Thinking

Domain Knowledge

Operational Efficiency

Problem Solving

Process Design

Python

Technical Writing

Tools

Databricks

Delta Lake

Unity Catalog

Genie Agents

Databricks SQL

Confluence

Jira

Job description

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 CIBC’s team, the Senior Consultant, Business Systems Analysis will be responsible for providing advice and consultation for business application developments to ensure growth. The role provides technical leadership, interpreting complex information and participating in client business review sessions to influence decisions regarding the use of technology to support objectives. The Senior Consultant, Business Systems Analysis develops, recommends and facilitates activities required for the application of new technologies to support existing processes and client needs. The role provides expertise to project managers, coordinators and directors on technology functionality and utilization, utilizing a solid understanding of business dynamics. The role independently resolves a variety of ambiguous challenges with organization-wide impacts, devising new methods using strong analytic and inductive thinking. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. 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

• Understanding and Documenting Requirements - Work closely with business partners to gather complex business requirements and facilitate solution design discussions to ensure you meet project needs.
• Build strong relationships, lead discussions, listen and ask the right questions to ensure solutions meet requirements.
• Primarily working with Rates desk but since it is a cross asset risk management platform they will opportunities working on other asset classes as well.
• Solution Design - Build client‑focused solutions that meet business requirements. Prepare and validate solution design documents around areas such as scope clarification, solution requirements, and quality assurance.
• Leading and Mentoring – Support end‑to‑end project implementation as a subject matter expert, and provide guidance to a diverse team of technology and project professionals. Maintain a collaborative work environment and support team members to resolve organizational, operational, and process problems.

Who you are

• 7+ years in a BSA/BSC role leading projects and designing solutions, data analytics, data modeling, business intelligence, or related fields, with a strong focus on building data products and designing effective analytical data models.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience with Databricks, including Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Genie Agents and Databricks SQL.
• Strong technical skills in Databricks, PySpark, Python, and SQL.
• Experience supporting or delivering AI/ML or generative AI use cases, including understanding of how data quality, modeling, and business requirements enable effective AI solutions.
• Advanced domain knowledge in Capital Markets and Financial Risk, including experience with derivative pricing and related analytics.
• Proven ability to work independently with business stakeholders and development teams to deliver end‑to‑end business and technology solutions.
• Strong experience in requirements gathering, data analysis, process mapping, solution design, and stakeholder communication.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and documentation skills.

It’s an asset if you have at least 2 years of Confluence/Jira experience, while working in an Agile environment.

You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way. 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 create a shared vision. Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard. You live your values. You bring high standards, genuine care to your relationships, and want to grow with an employer that shares your values and brings out your best.

What CIBC Offers

• competitive salary
• incentive pay
• banking benefits
• a benefits program*
• defined benefit pension plan*
• an employee share purchase plan
• a vacation offering
• wellbeing support
• MomentMakers, our social, points‑based recognition program

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. 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.

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] 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.

Job Location: Toronto‑141 Bay, 12th Floor

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 37.5

Skills

• Agile Thinking
• Business Requirements Analysis
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Domain Knowledge
• Operational Efficiency
• Problem Solving
• Process Design
• Python (Programming Language)
• Technical Writing

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 48,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.