Audit Director, Anti- Laundering; AML

Position: Audit Director, Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
## Audit Director, Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
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July 3, 2026 (20 days left to apply) job requisition :
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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  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 the Internal Audit Director – Anti-Money Laundering (AML), you'll lead the AML Audit team within CIBC's US Internal Audit Department, reporting to the Audit Senior Director. You'll develop and execute a risk-based audit plan that addresses significant risks relevant to the AML portfolio, focusing on consumer protection, safety and soundness, financial crimes, and legal matters. Building strong relationships with AML and first line business partners, you'll stay informed about emerging risks and developments affecting the business.

Your leadership will be key in ensuring audit activities are conducted to high standards of accuracy, rigor, and credibility, aligned with regulatory and industry standards. You'll also play a pivotal role in mentoring and developing audit professionals, fostering their career progression and supporting the ongoing growth of the US AML Internal Audit team.
* At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You'll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you'll spend 2+ days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.
*** How you'll succeed**
* ** Audit Planning & Oversight** – Assist the Audit Senior Director – AML in developing a comprehensive audit plan that addresses key regulatory requirements and provides robust third line of defense risk-based coverage. Provide oversight in executing the audit plan, including reviewing project plans that effectively incorporate risks, scope, staffing, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and client availability.
* ** Engagement Management** – Oversee and manage multiple audit engagements simultaneously, demonstrating a forward-looking mindset to anticipate needs and meet departmental objectives.
* ** Collaboration & Communication** – Participate in US Region committees to increase awareness of current issues and new developments. Collaborate with Enterprise Internal Audit team members to ensure a consistent approach to auditing risk and facilitate robust exchange of information and ideas.
* ** Team Leadership & Development** – Guide department personnel in their careers through coaching and mentoring, providing learning opportunities, and expanding team knowledge of key banking requirements and regulatory expectations in financial crimes and sanctions.
* ** Reporting & Advisory** – Prepare or review meaningful, relevant, and well-supported audit reports. Effectively communicate findings to management and serve as a business advisor, offering advice related to business issues and controls.
* ** Strategy & Governance** – Assist in executing and evolving department strategy, governance, and culture. Represent the Audit Senior Director or Head of Internal Audit – US Region in meetings with Audit Committee and regulators as needed.
** Who you are**
* ** You have relevant education and certification.
** You hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, and professional certification such as Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) is preferred.
* ** You bring deep expertise in internal audit and financial crimes.
** You have 12+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit at a large US bank, with a focus on audits related to financial crimes and sanctions.
* ** You’re a strategic leader.
** You excel at developing and executing audit plans, managing shifting priorities, and providing oversight across multiple engagements.
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