Executive Director, Digital Asset Platforms

CIBC US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

CIBC in New York is seeking an Executive Director, Digital Asset Platforms to lead end-to-end delivery across custody, trading, settlement, tokenization, payments, and wealth management. You will partner with Technology, Operations, Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Finance to drive complex initiatives with pace and discipline.

You bring 10+ years in capital markets or fintech, with 5+ years in senior leadership, and a track record of translating strategy into scalable execution and client value.

Qualifications

• Experience translating strategy into actionable roadmaps and delivery plans.
• Proven ability to lead multi-stream programs with governance and risk controls.
• Strong stakeholder management across technology, risk, legal, and finance.

Responsibilities

• Strategy execution - translate priorities into roadmaps and delivery frameworks.
• Program delivery - lead end-to-end digital asset initiatives across key streams.
• Cross-functional leadership - remove blockers and maintain momentum.
• Business growth and partnerships - support client acquisition and vendor onboarding.
• Regulatory and risk oversight - coordinate with Legal, Compliance, Risk teams.
• People leadership - build and develop a high-performing team.

Skills

Strategy execution

Program delivery

Cross-functional leadership

Business growth

Regulatory oversight

People leadership

Education

Undergraduate degree

MBA (asset)

Job description

What you're doing:

CIBC’s Digital Asset team is focused on building and scaling enterprise capabilities that support the future of digital finance. As an Executive Director, Digital Asset Platforms, you’ll work closely with the Managing Director to turn CIBC’s digital asset vision into executable programs and measurable outcomes. You’ll lead end-to-end delivery across key streams including custody, trading, settlement, tokenization, payments, and wealth management, while driving alignment across strategy, governance, and execution. You’ll build strong partnerships across Technology, Operations, Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Finance to move complex initiatives forward with pace and discipline. You’ll also lead key client, partner, and vendor relationships, helping shape institutional‑grade solutions that are secure, scalable, and aligned with regulatory requirements. In this senior leadership role, you’ll be accountable for execution quality, team performance, and delivering meaningful progress across CIBC’s digital asset platform. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on‑site full‑time.

How you'll succeed:

• Strategy execution - Partner with the Digital Assets Steering Committee and senior leaders to translate strategic priorities into clear roadmaps, operating plans, and delivery frameworks. Provide structured updates to executive leadership on progress, risks, decisions, and opportunities.
• Program delivery - Lead the end-to-end delivery of digital asset initiatives across custody, trading, settlement, tokenization, payments, and wealth management. Establish governance, delivery cadences, and escalation protocols to keep workstreams on track and aligned to timelines, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Cross‑functional leadership - Drive accountability across teams in Technology, Operations, Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Finance by resolving dependencies, removing blockers, and maintaining momentum across complex initiatives.
• Business growth and partnerships - Support institutional client acquisition and relationship management, and lead the evaluation and onboarding of vendors and strategic partners. Contribute to go‑to‑market strategies for new digital asset products and services in line with CIBC’s strategic direction.
• Regulatory and risk oversight - Coordinate with Legal, Compliance, and Risk partners to support regulatory engagement and maintain strong oversight across digital asset activities. Monitor the evolving regulatory landscape, surface implications to senior leadership, and help ensure issues and risks are identified, tracked, and addressed promptly.
• People leadership - Build, lead, and develop a high‑performing team by setting clear expectations, supporting talent planning, and fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.

Who you are:

You bring strong business and technical credibility. You hold an undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. An MBA or other advanced degree is an asset. You have 10+ years of progressive experience. In capital markets, fintech, banking, or technology, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership or program delivery role. You have demonstrated expertise in digital assets, blockchain technology, and the institutional financial services landscape. You turn strategy into action. You have a proven track record of leading complex, multi‑stream programs and translating strategic priorities into scalable execution plans and business outcomes. You’re an influential communicator. You can build trust with senior stakeholders, navigate ambiguity with confidence, and operate effectively as a trusted partner to executive leadership. Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values – trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $250,000 - $300,000 for the New York market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave, and Vacation), Holidays, and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location. Additional total compensation and benefits details will be provided during the hiring process.

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*, 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, 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: NY-New York, 300 Madison Ave Fl 8

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 40

Skills: Business Banking, Cash Management, Client Service, Credit Services, Financial Modeling, People Management, Portfolio Management

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.