Audit Director, Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

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What you'll be doing

As the Internal Audit Director – Anti-Money Laundering (AML), you'll lead the AML Audit team within CIBC's US Internal Audit Department, reporting to the Audit Senior Director. You'll develop and execute a risk-based audit plan that addresses 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 be key in ensuring audit activities are conducted to high standards of accuracy, rigor, and credibility, aligned with regulatory and industry standards. You'll also play a pivotal role in mentoring and developing audit professionals, fostering their career progression and supporting the ongoing growth of the US AML Internal Audit team.

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 2+ days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How you'll succeed

• Audit Planning & Oversight – 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.

• Engagement Management – Oversee and manage multiple audit engagements simultaneously, demonstrating a forward-looking mindset to anticipate needs and meet departmental objectives.

• Collaboration & Communication – 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.

• Team Leadership & Development – 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.

• Reporting & Advisory – 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.

• Strategy & Governance – 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.

Who you are

• You have relevant education and certification. You hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and professional certification such as Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) is preferred.

• You bring deep expertise in internal audit and financial crimes. You 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.

• You’re a strategic leader. You excel at developing and executing audit plans, managing shifting priorities, and providing oversight across multiple engagements.

• You’re a collaborator and relationship builder. You demonstrate strong analytical, communication, presentation, interpersonal, and relationship building skills, working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• You’re committed to professional growth. You proactively seek learning opportunities, mentor others, and expand your professional network.

• Values matter to you. You exemplify a positive attitude, strong work ethic, teamwork, and professionalism, and are committed to upholding CIBC’s values and standards.

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This role has an expected salary range of $160,000 USD - $190,000 USD based on experience, qualifications, and location (salary differential for different locations will be discussed during the interview). 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, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Paid Time Off, Holidays, and 401(k), plus other special perks for our team members. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location. Additional total compensation and benefits details will be provided during the hiring process. # LI-TA

This position is not eligible for employment sponsorship

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 View email address on click.appcast.io

• 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

Audit Management, Internal Controls, Operating Effectiveness, People Management, Risk Based Auditing, Risk Management and Mitigation, Technical Leadership

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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