Sr. Business Analyst, Project Delivery

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.

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What You'll Be Doing

As a Sr. Business Analyst in the Project Delivery, Modernization and Enablement team, you will provide high impact analysis and thought leadership on strategic Projects and Programs. You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of work packages and initiatives, including Analysis of Deliverables, Stakeholder engagement, Requirements documentation, Business Case and Benefits planning, Execution delivery, Risk Mitigation, Communication, Testing and People Change Management. The Senior Business Analyst is also responsible for leading project management activities, including planning, coordinating cross-functional teams, tracking project milestones, and ensuring timely delivery of project objectives.

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. This is subject to change based on business and project requirements.

How You'll Succeed

• Disciplined Analysis and Documentation– Work with Business Partners, Business Sponsor/Lead(s), Technology partners, Stakeholder groups, and project team members, to assess and document the current state and to formulate a target state and roadmap. Present detailed business requirements and process flows aligned with CIBC’s strategy and ensure all required artifacts are socialized and approved within required timelines. As assigned, participate in User acceptance and business implementation activities.
• Strong Collaboration and Decision Support– Lead activities to help internal partners make informed and timely decisions related to scope, requirements, technology, organization, costs, financial reconciliation, schedule etc. Motivate and inspire your project teams as you work toward a common goal and successful outcomes. Build ongoing partnerships with key clients and business partners.
• Project Leadership – Performs a subject matter leadership role to Project Delivery on project related activities. Proactively identify risks to the project schedule and find ways to mitigate them. Monitor milestones; ensure they’re completed according to timelines and budgets. Execute a project plan that strikes the right balance between budget, time, and risk.
• Clear Communication – Develop compelling presentation materials to support working team and executive discussions and to articulate Workstream status. Maintain detailed project plans, risks, actions, issues and decision logs, track progress and schedule regular reviews and updates. Raise awareness and status of items through clear and timely communication.

Who You Are

• You can demonstrate 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst (or related role). You can demonstrate experience in defining and reengineering processes, documenting business requirements, formulating test plans and people change management tactics. You have worked on large scale, multi-faceted programs and understand what it takes from a client, business and technology perspective to successfully define and deliver change within a fast paced and high-volume environment. It's an asset if you have experience optimizing workflows and contributing to process improvements across financial services industry.

• You can demonstrate knowledge of Banking Operations processes: knowledge of Financial systems, front-office and back-office operations and Capital Markets/Trading Investment processes and platforms are an asset, but not required. You have a degree/diploma in Business, Arts, Science, Engineering, and/or a related field of study.

• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You are confident in your ability to formulate and communicate insights in an impactful way. You can demonstrate experience in defining and reengineering processes, documenting business requirements, formulating test plans and people change management tactics. You have worked on large scale, multi-faceted programs and understand what it takes from a client, business and technology perspective to successfully define and deliver change within a fast paced and high-volume environment.
• Communication and interpersonal skills are your strengths.  You have exceptional interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills necessary to gain commitment and support for desired objectives and to deliver project artifacts.
• You embrace and champion change. You will continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work 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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• 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-81 Bay, 28th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Accountability, Business Cases, Business Implementation, Business Requirements, Change Management, Leading Project Teams, Project Delivery, Project Planning, Taking Initiative