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US Risk Management (RM) is led by the US Chief Risk Officer and is accountable on matters relating to the independent oversight of the management of risks inherent to CIBCs activities in the US. These risks include, but are not limited, to ensuring that effective processes are in place for the identification, measurement, mitigation and monitoring of operational, reputation and legal, market, credit, investment and liquidity risk, collectively CIBC Risk, incurred by CIBCs businesses, infrastructure and corporate governance groups.
Global Operational Risk Management (GORM), within Risk Management, is responsible for providing oversight of CIBCs global operational risk exposures and provide effective independent challenge to the operational risk management risk activities. GORM is the owner of the Operational Risk Management Policy and Control Framework.
US Operational Risk Management department is responsible for providing oversight and second line of defense challenge of operational risk exposures within all business units across the US Region.
As the second line of defense, the Director, US Fraud Risk Managements primary purpose is to :
provide leadership in the deployment of fraud risk management practices in the US Regionengage with senior leadership on the strategic direction of second and first line of defense fraud programs assess the US Fraud Risk Management function against industry practices and regulatory expectations ensure independent effective challenge over fraud risk maintain a fraud governance structure that is appropriate for the banks size, complexity, and risk profile monitor fraud risk against risk appetiteKEY ACCOUNTABILITIESThe Director, US Fraud Risk Management will be responsible for, but not limited to the following activities :
US Fraud Risk Management Program SustainmentSet US Fraud Risk Managements annual work planAttend industry consortiums to gain insight into second line of defense fraud programs across the industry and adjust US Fraud Risk Managements program, as appropriateFraud Risk Policy and ProgramsChair US Fraud Risk CouncilSustain US Fraud Risk Managements Target Operating ModelEscalate top fraud risks to the Head of US Operational Risk ManagementSustain the US Supplement to the Fraud Management Policy and provide input into Fraud Management Policy refreshesEnsure an annual fraud awareness and training work plan is established and executed againstEnsure the Fraud Stop Champion Program is operational and there is team member awareness of the programProvide independent effective challenge over reporting exercisesDevelop reports for CIBC Canada committeesDevelop the US Region Annual Fraud Risk ReportForm Interaction Models with fraud stakeholders (e.g. Corporate Security, Fraud Management, Model Risk Management)Support GORM Fraud Risk Management on Operational Risk Taxonomy refreshesAttend US Region Committees (e.g. US Operational Risk Committee) to socialize the US Region fraud experience and perspectives on the fraud control environment, issues, programsAttend CIBC Canada Fraud Council Working Group meetingsFraud Governance and ConsultingLead the independent effective challenge function over Change Initiative Risk Assessments, Risk and Control Self-Assessments, External Event Reviews, and Incident ReportsEstablish annual Fraud Risk Review plan and ensure reviews are relevant and meaningful for the US RegionPerform independent effective challenge over fraud investigation dataEnsure independent effective challenge submissions are provided to Enterprise Risk ManagementMonitor issues with a fraud nexus and consider themes for Fraud Risk ReviewsMonitor fraud key controls against expected volume and appropriate classification of fraud sub-risk eventsAcquire industry intelligence to understand top line and emerging fraud risksEngage with first line of defense personnel on the management of Third-Party Risk AssessmentsProvide feedback / input on the continuous enhancements to fraud risk practicesStay current with the regulatory requirements related to fraud riskFraud Risk Measurement and OversightProvide independent effective challenge over Risk Appetite Statement and non-Risk Appetite Statement metrics developed to monitor the US Regions fraud experienceDevelop reporting mechanisms (e.g. dashboards) that appropriately convey the US Region fraud experienceFraud InitiativesAs a business partner to the US Region, provide value added fraud risk advice on initiatives that require significant engagement to influence, direct, review, and challenge activities. These may result from risk assessments; incidents; new or modified products or services; and fraud program changes.People ManagementSet priorities for the US Fraud Risk Management team and provide leadership in achieving deliverables.Ensure competent staff is recruited, retained, developed, trained, motivated and rewarded fairly.Ensure roles and responsibilities of all team members are in line with business strategy and the team has role clarity.Manage performance by providing fair and accurate formal and informal feedback, identify and remove obstacles to performance and explain how performance expectations align with business prioritiesConduct and Culture RiskOur CIBC risk culture is based on employees striving to exceed the expectations of ourselves and our leaderships identification and mitigation of risks in their daily responsibilities, not just in quarterly or annual monitoring / assessments. We are all accountable for managing risk. As an employee, I must conduct myself (and foster an environment for others) in a manner consistent with our strong risk culture. This includes :
Following all aspects of the CIBC Code of Conduct, as well as all applicable CIBC policies, frameworks, guidelines, processes and controlsAt all times acting in accordance with our Purpose and shared values, to achieve our Banks strategic goalsUnderstanding and following the qualitative and quantitative components of our Risk Appetite StatementsCompleting all annual Corporate Mandatory Training and Testing modules, as well as any additional business-specific modules, as required and employing the learnings in daily activities and undertakingsEscalating matters through one of the appropriate channels identified in the CIBC Code of Conduct (i.e., HR, management, Ethics Hotline, Whistleblower, etc.) upon observing activities that may be inconsistent with CIBCs policies, frameworks, guidelines, processes and controlsSpeaking up if witnessing behaviors that drive poor or unfair outcomes for clients, team members or other stakeholdersEscalating matters that can result in adverse market practices and outcomes, thereby negatively impacting CIBCs reputation as a leading financial institutionCROSS-FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPSInternal relationships include : members within GORM; risk associates from the second line of defense (e.g. Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering) groups in the US Region; Internal Audit; and first line of defense representatives (e.g. Fraud Management, Corporate Security).
COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS / RESPONSIBILITIESMust comply with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, standards, guidelines and controls.AUTHORITIES / DECISION RIGHTSThis job has the authority to recommend and execute changes to related business processes in order to mitigate fraud risk exposure.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSCollege Degree in a related area (e.g. Criminal Justice, Criminal Science, Criminology)Fraud related designation preferred (e.g. CPP, CFE)Minimum of 10 years experience in Banking and Risk ManagementFamiliar with a variety of fraud risk management topics, concepts, and practicesPrior management / supervisory experienceExcellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills;Solid understanding of regulatory expectations and best practices of the financial industry;Good understanding of industry practices specific to fraud risk management and fraud controls;Ability to demonstrate CIBCs core values (e.g. trust, teamwork, and accountability);Team player;Organized;Good conceptual thinker;A relationship builder; andAbility to manage multiple projects and / or initiatives simultaneously under tight deadlines.WORKING CONDITIONSThis role requires you to be located in Chicago and is a normal office environment; however, the environment is fast-paced and demanding. Incumbent may be required to work outside normal working hours to meet tight timelines and multiple deliverables.
At CIBC, our people are our greatest asset. Youll become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyones unique talents and empowers teams to do whats right for the client and to do it well. As part of our team, you will :
Thrive :Benefit from an open and approachable culture that provides the flexibility and support you need to integrate your life at work and home.Connect :Work in a place where the right technology and infrastructure foster innovation, collaboration, and creativity.Develop :Grow your skills and career through our best-in-class onboarding experience, ongoing learning opportunities, individual development planning, and comprehensive product training.Prosper :Share in our collective success with a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, health benefits programs, retirement savings, and more.California residents your privacy rights regarding your actual or prospective employment (https : / / us.cibc.com / en / about-us / california-consumer-privacy-act-employment.html)
What CIBC OffersAt 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 programa 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 conditionsWhat you need to knowCIBC 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.comYou 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 LocationIL-70 W Madison St, 9th Fl
Employment TypeRegular
Weekly HoursSkillsAnalytical Thinking, Continuous Improvement Techniques, Emerging Risks, Group Problem Solving, Leadership, Operation Risk Management, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Analytics, Risk Management Framework
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.
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