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Overview

As a Consultant, Regulatory Operations within the OTC Derivatives team in Capital Markets Operations at CIBC, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring robust operational controls and regulatory compliance for Capital Markets Regulatory Trade Reporting. You will provide leadership, subject matter expertise, and oversight of control processes, while collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Controls & Compliance:
  Lead and oversee the execution of operational controls related to regulatory trade reporting. Participate in control testing and project initiatives, with a focus on designing and implementing new controls to meet evolving regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop a clear product vision that aligns with regulatory requirements. Present findings, performance metrics, and recommendations to business partners and executives, ensuring transparency and accountability in regulatory reporting.
• Data Analysis & Reporting:
  Utilize advanced analytical skills to assess data from diverse internal and external sources, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement in trade reporting. Develop actionable insights to enhance data quality and compliance.
• Control Deficiency Management:
  Establish standards for identifying and quantifying control deficiencies. Develop escalation paths and track issues through to full resolution, ensuring timely remediation and continuous improvement.
• Product Knowledge:
  Demonstrate extensive knowledge of repurchase/reverse repo transactions (REPO), securities lending and borrowing (SLEB), and a broad range of OTC derivative products. Apply both theoretical and practical understanding of derivative transaction structures and underlying finance principles.
• Reconciliation:
  Perform reconciliations of capital markets derivatives data, including trade economics and valuations, to support accurate regulatory reporting. Leverage at least 2 years of experience in reconciliation processes within capital markets.
• Leadership & Training:
  Mentor and guide analysts, assessing the impact of new regulatory obligations on workforce and technology. Develop and deliver formal training programs to support the rollout of new controls and processes.
• Communication & Collaboration:
  Effectively communicate complex regulatory and technical concepts to diverse audiences, including business partners and senior executives. Foster a collaborative environment to drive innovation and achieve shared goals.

Qualifications

• Education:
  Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 3-5 years of relevant business experience in capital markets operations or regulatory reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of data systems, operational processes, and regulatory trade reporting requirements, including SFTR (mandatory), MiFID II, and EMIR. Familiarity with APAC regulations (ASIC, MAS, HKMA) is an asset.
  • Minimum 2 years of reconciliation experience with capital markets derivatives data.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in analytics, utilizing advanced analytical tools and techniques

• Skills:
  • Exceptional analytical and critical thinking abilities.
  • Effective communication and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.
  • Proven ability to adapt to new technologies and regulatory changes.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Who You Are

• Digitally Savvy:
  Embrace innovative solutions and evolving technologies, adapting quickly to new tools and industry trends.
• Client-Focused:
  Engage purposefully to deliver optimal solutions, consistently going above and beyond to meet client needs.
• Detail-Oriented:
  Demonstrate strong critical thinking and a keen eye for detail, informing sound decision-making.
• Change Champion:
  Continuously evolve your thinking and work practices to deliver exceptional results in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborative:
  Value teamwork and collective success, leveraging the strengths of an inclusive team to achieve shared objectives.
• Values-Driven:
  Embody CIBC’s core values of trust, teamwork, and accountability, bringing authenticity and integrity to the workplace.

Work Environment

CIBC is committed to providing a flexible and supportive work environment. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, empowering you to manage your activities both on-site (1-3 days per week) and remotely, optimizing productivity and work-life balance.

Join CIBC’s Capital Markets Operations and make a meaningful impact in regulatory operations, driving excellence and compliance across the organization.

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 [email protected]
• 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

Job Location

150 Cheapside, London, UK

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

35

Skills

Accountability, Accountability, Analytical Thinking, Business, Business Operations, Capital Markets, Collaborating, Collaboration, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Controls Compliance, Controls Testing, Core Values, Customer Service, Decision Making, Derivatives, Detail-Oriented, Emerging Technologies, Fixed Income Investments, Group Problem Solving, Innovation, Innovative Solutions, Investigating, Leadership, Leadership Training and Development {+ 22 more}