Consultant, Business Analytics

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.

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What you'll be doing

As a Consultant, Business Analytics in Credit Adjudication, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the department's analytics strategy and delivering advanced consulting advice to senior leaders. You will lead the design and execution of complex analytics initiatives, leveraging advanced statistical modeling, data mining, and machine learning techniques to generate actionable insights that drive business performance and inform strategic decision-making. You will work autonomously and collaboratively, researching industry best practices, tools, and systems to continuously enhance our analytics capabilities. You will identify and recommend enhancements to automated systems, develop standardized reporting frameworks, and ensure the department's leadership has timely, relevant, and high-impact information. Your work will influence department strategy, support enterprise-wide initiatives, and help CIBC remain at the forefront of data-driven decision-making.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

How you'll succeed

  • Business Effectiveness - Lead the identification and implementation of process, reporting, and technology improvements that enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness across Credit Adjudication. Drive continuous improvement and innovation in analytics and reporting practices.
  • Strategic Leadership - Manage and execute high-impact data, reporting, and analytics projects aligned to CIBC's strategic priorities, business goals, and key performance indicators. Apply a strategic mindset to mobilize and engage cross-functional teams and deliver enterprise-wide change.
  • Relationship Management - Build and manage strong partnerships with senior leaders, business partners, and external stakeholders. Champion a client-focused approach and ensure the analytics team delivers exceptional service and value to the organization.
  • Communication - Communicate complex analysis, insights, and technology solutions clearly and persuasively to audiences at all levels, including executives. Prepare well-structured business documents, presentations, and recommendations that drive action.
  • Reporting and Analysis - Oversee the development, maintenance, and enhancement of reporting frameworks and performance metrics. Track progress, analyze trends, and generate insights that support strategic decision-making and business performance management.

Who you are

  • You can demonstrate experience in. Advanced analytics, data extraction, and business intelligence, with hands-on expertise in programming languages and modern big data, analytics, and dashboard tools (e.g., SAS, SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, ThoughtSpot, MS Power, Dataverse, Power Automate, Power Apps, PowerBI).

  • You have a degree in. A relevant field such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, economics, engineering, business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An advanced degree (MMA, MBAN, MSc, MA, MBA) is an asset.

  • You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way.

  • You act like an owner. taking accountability for your work and leading initiatives that define and improve complex processes affecting the business.
  • Values matter to you. You bring your authentic self to work and live CIBC's values of trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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, 28th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence (BI), Business Requirements, Communication, Dashboard Reporting, Data Integration, Data Quality, Data Quality Improvement, Data Visualization, Deliverables Management, Prioritization, Python (Programming Language), Quality Improvement, Risk Analytics, Test Planning
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