Business Architecture, Strategic Business Analyst

Were building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats 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 Youll Be Doing

As a Business Architecture Strategic Business Analyst within the Capital Markets Business Architecture team youll play a pivotal role in advancing priority strategic initiatives across Corporate & Investment Banking. Youll leverage your deep analytical expertise and process insight to support large-scale transformation growth and optimization programs. This hands-on role involves translating corporate strategy into actionable business plans mapping and redesigning processes and synthesizing complex analysis into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders. Youll collaborate with leaders across Corporate Banking Investment Banking Risk Finance Technology and Operations to drive alignment and enable successful execution of strategic initiatives. Your ability to navigate ambiguity manage competing priorities and deliver results will be key to your success.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Youll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where youll spend 1-3 days per week on-site while other days will be remote.

How Youll Succeed

• Strategic & Commercial Acumen Apply your understanding of Corporate Banking and Investment Banking products client segments and value chains to support business growth and transformation.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration Engage credibly with senior leaders across multiple functions working effectively as a self-starter within cross-functional teams. Youll drive alignment influence outcomes in complex matrixed environments and prioritize tasks while maintaining strong engagement with stakeholders.

• Business Analysis & Process Design Conduct deep-dive analysis of business processes map current and target states identify inefficiencies and risks and develop evidence-based recommendations.

• Execution & Change Enablement Support the delivery of strategic initiatives from concept through execution managing dependencies risks and trade-offs to ensure successful outcomes.

• Communication & Executive Readiness Prepare executive-level materials and presentations translating complex findings into concise decision-oriented messaging for senior stakeholders.

Who You Are

• You have 2-3 years of demonstrated experience in financial services. You bring proven experience supporting large-scale transformation growth or optimization programs within Corporate and Investment Banking.

• You give meaning to data. You excel at structured problem-solving process mapping and synthesizing detailed analysis into clear narratives and actionable recommendations.

• Youre passionate about people. You can credibly engage and influence senior leaders across diverse functions navigating complex priorities and driving alignment.

• You communicate with impact. You have excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence presenting insights and recommendations to executive audiences.

• You thrive in dynamic environments. Youre comfortable operating independently prioritizing tasks and working under pressure while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust teamwork and accountability.

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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

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities were 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-161 Bay St. 5th

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Analytical Thinking Business Effectiveness Capital Markets Client Onboarding Client Service Customer Experience (CX) Detail-Oriented Internal Auditing Strategic Initiative Teamwork

Required Experience:

IC

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1