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About the Role

As the Internal Audit Director – Anti-Money Laundering (AML), you'll lead the AML Audit team within CIBC's US Internal Audit Department. You will develop and execute a risk-based audit plan addressing significant risks relevant to the AML portfolio, focusing on consumer protection, safety and soundness, financial crimes, and legal matters. Building strong relationships with AML and first line business partners, you'll stay informed about emerging risks and developments affecting the business. Your leadership will ensure audit activities are conducted to high standards of accuracy, rigor, and credibility, aligned with regulatory and industry standards. You will also mentor and develop audit professionals, fostering their career progression and supporting the ongoing growth of the US AML Internal Audit team.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a risk-based audit plan that addresses significant risks relevant to the AML portfolio.
Focus on consumer protection, safety and soundness, financial crimes, and legal matters.
Build strong relationships with AML and first line business partners.
Stay informed about emerging risks and developments affecting the business.
Ensure audit activities are conducted to high standards of accuracy, rigor, and credibility, aligned with regulatory and industry standards.
Mentor and develop audit professionals, fostering their career progression.
Support the ongoing growth of the US AML Internal Audit team.
Assist the Audit Senior Director – AML in developing a comprehensive audit plan that addresses key regulatory requirements and provides robust third line of defense risk-based coverage.
Provide oversight in executing the audit plan, including reviewing project plans that effectively incorporate risks, scope, staffing, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and client availability.
Oversee and manage multiple audit engagements simultaneously, demonstrating a forward-looking mindset to anticipate needs and meet departmental objectives.
Participate in US Region committees to increase awareness of current issues and new developments.
Collaborate with Enterprise Internal Audit team members to ensure a consistent approach to auditing risk and facilitate robust exchange of information and ideas.
Guide department personnel in their careers through coaching and mentoring, providing learning opportunities, and expanding team knowledge of key banking requirements and regulatory expectations in financial crimes and sanctions.
Prepare or review meaningful, relevant, and well-supported audit reports.
Effectively communicate findings to management and serve as a business advisor, offering advice related to business issues and controls.
Assist in executing and evolving department strategy, governance, and culture.
Represent the Audit Senior Director or Head of Internal Audit – US Region in meetings with Audit Committee and regulators as needed.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Bring deep expertise in internal audit and financial crimes.
Have 12+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit at a large US bank, with a focus on audits related to financial crimes and sanctions.
Excel at developing and executing audit plans, managing shifting priorities, and providing oversight across multiple engagements.
Demonstrate strong analytical, communication, presentation, interpersonal, and relationship building skills, working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Proactively seek learning opportunities, mentor others, and expand your professional network.
Exemplify a positive attitude, strong work ethic, teamwork, and professionalism, and are committed to upholding CIBC’s values and standards.
Be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified.
May be asked to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests.

Skills

Audit Management
Internal Controls
Operating Effectiveness
People Management
Risk Based Auditing
Risk Management and Mitigation
Technical Leadership
Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) is preferred
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) is preferred

Location

IL-120 S LaSalle St

Work Type

Hybrid work arrangement
2+ days per week on-site
Other days will be remote
Regular
40 hours per week

Experience Level

12+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit at a large US bank

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Salary/Compensations

$160,000 USD - $190,000 USD based on experience, qualifications, and location
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.
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance
Disability
Paid Time Off
Holidays
401(k)
Other special perks for our team members
Competitive salary
Incentive pay
Banking benefits
A benefits program
A vacation offering
Wellbeing support
MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program

About the Company

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world.
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.
At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role.
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.
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.
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.

Equal Opportunity

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
This position is not eligible for employment sponsorship