Senior Manager, US AML Quality Assurance

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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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.

What You'll Be Doing

As the Senior Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the design and execution of the US AML and Sanctions Quality Assurance Program. Within this scope, you will work with US AML and Sanctions Department teams (e.g., US Financial Intelligence Unit, US Sanctions Operations) to confirm adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role.

You will have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How You'll Succeed

Relationship building / Relationship Management - Engage with teams in the US and Enterprise, maintaining trust and rapport to foster a collaborative environment focused on Quality Assurance Program effectiveness

Strategic Minded - You'll assist in building and executing the QA Program strategy, including enhancing tools, processes, and reporting.

Who You Are

You demonstrate experience in building QA Programs. You’re creative, resourceful and tenacious. You’re an idea generator who can execute on those ideas.

You're driven to succeed. You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact.

You embrace and champion change. You’re flexible and can pivot easily. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.

Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You lean in on executive guidance, and you inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.

You have a degree/diploma in finance, legal, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of experience in Compliance, Risk Management, or Legal roles within the banking or financial services industry; extensive knowledge of applicable banking laws and compliance frameworks.

You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information.

You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take initiative, go above and beyond, and deliver results.

You’re a certified professional. You are ACAMS certified.

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

The US AML and Sanctions QA Manager supports the design and execution of the US AML and Sanctions QA procedures, prepares reports summarizing the results of QA testing, and identifies and communicates opportunities for process and control enhancement based on QA activities. The US AML and Sanctions QA Manager regularly interacts with members of US AML and Global Sanctions, as well as with members of Enterprise AML Quality Assurance and serves as a member of the US AML Department.

Develop a US AML and Sanctions QA Procedure and testing templates in accordance with the Enterprise AML and Global Sanctions Quality Assurance Programs tailored to reflect US systems, processes and activities as necessary and appropriate

Develop and maintain a US AML and Sanctions QA schedule

Perform QA review of AML Transaction Monitoring, Politically Exposed Persons and Sanctions alert decisions and documentation for accuracy and completeness

Perform QA review of AML case investigations and SAR filings to confirm adherence to procedures and ensure documentation and retention standards are addressed

Identify and communicate opportunities for enhancement in process or control, as well as team member performance, based on QA activities

Prepare reports effectively communicating QA review findings, promptly escalating significant deficiencies to management

Ensure US AML and Sanctions QA procedures and review documentation is complete and accurate

Prepare and respond to requests received from Internal Audit, Compliance and Enterprise AML Examinations and/or Regulatory Agencies regarding US AML and Sanctions QA activities

Regularly engage with Enterprise AML and Global Sanctions Quality Assurance to ensure alignment and consistency in approach

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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $112,500 - $130,000 for the market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. 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 to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.

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 during the application or interview process, please contact

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.

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

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 LocationIL-70 W Madison St, 8th Fl

Employment TypeRegular

Weekly Hours40

SkillsAnalytical Thinking, Analytical Thinking, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Anti-Money Laundering Compliance, Collaboration, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Economic Sanctions, Financial Transactions, Management Reporting, OFAC Sanctions, Operational Efficiency, Oral Communications, Organizing, People Management, Perform Testing, Proactive Monitoring, Proactive Planning, Proactive Strategies, Proactive Thinking, Problem Solving, Risk Management and Mitigation, Sanctions Compliance, Testing Methods, Time Management {+ 1 more}

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