at CIBC in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
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.
To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com (https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc.html)
What you’ll be doing
As a member of the Frontline Tools and Enablement Team, the Area Product Owner works closely with the Product Owners to align product visions and roadmaps. You will work with internal stakeholders to identify, design, and prioritize product capabilities and improvements. You will collaborate with other Area Product Owners, Data Domain Leads, Technical Leads, Developers and third-party vendors to bring the product vision to life and deliver exceptional value. This includes understanding the people, process, technology and data required to execute on the strategy
At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. 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
+ Understanding and Documenting Requirements – Work closely with business partners to gather complex business requirements, document product specification and setting, and update roadmaps to achieve the business needs.
+ Build Strong Relationships – Collaborates with other Product Owners, Data Management, Technology and Vendors to assure complete understanding of Product functionality and interdependencies.
+ Solution Design – work closely with Product Owners to develop and communicate product vision and roadmap. Ensure each iteration delivers expected results and adds defined value.
+ Leading and Mentoring – become a Product Subject Matter Expert (SME) capable of guiding Users through onboarding, training and daily application usage requirements. Maintain a collaborative work environment and support team members to resolve organizational, operational, and process problems..
+ Organization – Oversee requests from various stakeholders and thoughtfully create and/or edit a wide variety of presentation and communication materials (e.g. key messages, communication plans, tactical deliverables, presentations etc.). Create and maintain user resource documents on product SharePoint sites.
+ Communication – Superior interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to convey or present factual and conceptual information on issues which require detailed explanation and interpretation.
+ Product Support – Assist users with daily issues and log feedback for FAQ documentation and/or to be incorporated into future product enhancements.
Who you are
+ You have a degree/diploma in Business, Finance, Project Management and/or a related field, and you’ve spent at least 4+ years leading products or projects and designing solutions. It’s an asset if you have experience with Agile methodologies, and Application and/or Architecture Development.
+ You have knowledge of the financial services industry, ideally Commercial banking.
+ You have working knowledge of financial product concepts and calculations (amortization, accrued income, expected income, yields).
+ You’re driven by collective success. You know that teamwork can transform a good idea into a great one. You know that an inclusive team that enjoys working together can bring a vision to life.
+ You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it’s the right thing to do.
+ You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You’re confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way. Must have experience using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
+ Values matter to you . You bring your real self to work and you live our values, trust, teamwork, and accountability.
At CIBC, our people are our greatest asset. You’ll become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents, and empowers teams to do what’s 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.
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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*, 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
+ 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, French proficiency, 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, 8th Fl
Employment Type
Regular
Weekly Hours
40
Skills
Analytical Thinking, Business Effectiveness, Client Relationship Management, Communication, Detail-Oriented, Process Improvements, Relationship Management, Teamwork
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 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.