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 (https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc.html) **What you’ll be doing** As a Project Director, Banking Products, you will be responsible for the strategic execution and oversight of complex projects and programs for the Payments product portfolio. The role entails ensuring the successful planning and execution of projects, portfolio financial management, adherence to standards, and alignment with business goals. Key duties include managing project lifecycles, fostering strong stakeholder relationships, leading teams, and risk assessment and mitigation, governance, and the realization of business benefits. Collaborate with senior stakeholders across the organization, developing and integrating large fast-paced project plans/critical paths, as well as working under tight timelines. This role will also be accountable for proactively identifying and mitigating risks as well as resolving issues that jeopardize program delivery. _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._ **How you’ll succeed** + **Project Management –** Lead in defining roles and responsibilities across the various teams, creating integrated project plans, and supporting in the adherence of the Enterprise Delivery Framework. Creation of integrated project plans and identifying critical paths, effectively communicating to executive sponsors, and proactively resolving and managing issues and risks. + **Stakeholder Management –** Build strong and collaborative relationships to support integrated delivery. Champion in the end-to-end execution of the payments portfolio, working closely with your team fostering collaboration to deliver on the payment’s roadmap and client journey vision. + **Collaboration –** Partner and collaborate closely with the Product Owners, subject matter experts, external stakeholders, and internal teams (e.g., Technology, Legal, Compliance, etc.) to plan and deliver the Payments portfolio of projects. + **People Leadership** – Guiding and developing a team to achieve project deliverables by setting vision, providing feedback and coaching, motivating team members, and fostering a positive work environment. Set goals, manage performance, communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and nurture team members' growth and well-being to ensure overall team and organizational success. + **Adaptive Project Management** –Demonstrate a proactive approach to overcoming challenges, and employing adaptive strategies to meet and exceed project milestones within the confines of demanding schedules. **Who you are** + **You can demonstrate experience.** 5+ years of portfolio and/or project management experience. Banking or payments sector experience is an asset. People leadership experience leading a team is an asset. + **You have a degree.** In Business, Project Management, and/or related field. + **You know that details matter.** You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making. + **You put our clients first** . You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it's the right thing to do. + **You're motivated by collective success** . You know that teamwork can transform a good idea into a great one. You know that an inclusive team that enjoys working together can bring a vision to life. + **You act like an owner** . You thrive when you're empowered to take the lead, go above and beyond, and deliver results. + **You embrace and advocate for change.** You continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best. + **Values matter to you** . You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability. \#LI-TA **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, 25th Floor **Employment Type** Regular **Weekly Hours** 37.5 **Skills** Business Case Development, Group Problem Solving, Leadership, Long Term Planning, Process Implementations, Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC), Project Management Oversight, Quality Management, Strategic Objectives, Technical Knowledge 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 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.