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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 member of the Governance Team, the Product Governance Manager will develop and implement governance policies and frameworks. This role requires a solution-oriented approach to identify and manage risks associated with organizational operations, providing training and support to establish effective governance practices. Collaboration with various departments is essential to ensure cohesive governance strategies. A successful candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of integrity.

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 in our Chicago, IL office anywhere between two to three days a week. 

How you'll succeed

Governance Framework: Establish, implement, and monitor the governance framework for the Product Team.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulations and promote best practices within the team, ensuring compliance with all related bank governance.

Risk Management: Appropriately manage risks associated with products.

Policy Adherence: Ensure compliance with all US Region Policies and Procedures related to products within the value stream.

Record Retention: Oversee the completion, delivery, and storage of product artifacts, acting as the Record Retention Coordinator for the Product Team.

Communication: Draft executive and product-level communications.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with cross-functional team members, including risk partners, audit, legal, and finance, who are not dedicated to the Product Team.

Point of Contact: Act as the primary point of contact for the second and third lines of risk defense.

Who you are

You possess a proactive, "can-do" attitude with a willingness to engage in hands-on work.

You have a proven track record of a stakeholder-first approach.

You portray strong leadership, management, and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to inspire and lead in a collaborative environment.

You have the ability to influence and gain alignment across large organizations on product management tactics and strategies.

You are comfortable presenting to Senior Executive audiences.

You have experience with a client-centric, agile approach for rapid, iterative product delivery.

You possess excellent understanding of the product's subject area.

You are committed to CIBC’s values of trust, teamwork, and accountability.

You are proficient in Agile/Scrum processes, roles, and practices.

You portray exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

You are self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

You exhibit strong interpersonal skills to encourage, motivate, and guide teams while fostering collaboration among Scrum Teams.

You show strong relationship management skills to balance stakeholder demands while remaining approachable and assertive.

You have strong business acumen with the ability to grasp complex technical concepts easily.

You present exceptional organizational, time management, and project management skills.

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $125,000K - $145,000K for the Chicago, IL 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 may also 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.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship.

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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*, 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

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

IL-120 S LaSalle St

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Deliverables Management, Identifying Risks, Leadership, Project Coordination, Project Management, Requirements Gathering, Strategic Business Consulting, Teamwork