Financial Operations Services Analyst – Leadership & Excellence Analyst Program; LEAP

Financial Operations Services Analyst – Leadership & Excellence Analyst Program (LEAP)
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

The Banking and Investment Services Leadership & Excellence Analyst Program (LEAP) is designed to develop the technical skills, business acumen, and leadership abilities of new or recent graduates and high‑performing, high‑potential colleagues. The goal of the LEAP program is to accelerate the development of future leaders by providing participants varied experiences that enable them to learn, contribute, and integrate within the bank.

During this program, you will have the opportunity for three 6‑month rotations through various teams within B&IS.

In addition, you will also participate in forums and projects specifically designed for holistic growth and education across:

The rotational program is designed to provide the colleague with varied, but deep exposure into many of the products and services offered by City National Bank through both experiential, hands‑on work, as well as mentorship, project experience, and an opportunity for continued education and networking. Focus areas will include both technical (data, analytics, automation, agile program delivery) and professional (executive presence, effective communication, leadership style) skill development.

Hands‑on work and projects will range in scope, allowing you to showcase your talents to a broad range of colleagues and executives, while giving you the experience necessary to thrive at CNB and in a professional setting.

Specific rotational roles will include, but not limited to:

• Operations and client & colleague service support for our 3 business areas:
  Commercial & Corporate Banking, Banking & Wealth Management, and Entertainment Banking
• Trading and service support for our new clients and new accounts, specialty finance, interest rate, fixed income, supply chain, and a variety of other operations‑based functions
• Transaction and processing support across payment platforms offered through City National Bank, including Zelle, Wires, Checks, ACH, and Real Time Payments
• Risk and Control coverage across our businesses and processes with an interface to internal audit and second line of defense
• Program and project management responsibilities to drive strategy initiatives and transformation efforts across our businesses

Specific experience and knowledge will be gained:

• Cross‑asset and cross‑product investments
• Management of real time risk, reporting, and escalation
• High Profile and High Net Worth Client and Advisor service
• Data driven approach to safety, soundness, planning, and forecasting
• Future technologies, and change management practice to implementation

• Participates in cross‑functional rotation assignments in various aspects of Banking and Investment Services; develop an understanding of the full suite of City National Banks B&IS functions while gaining hands‑on experience
• Gains industry and organizational knowledge through daily business interactions and job assignments while working closely with key company stakeholders
• Completes rotations across trading, payments, new accounts for clients and client service activities, risk and/or strategy teams
• Works cross‑functionally on short and long‑term projects and initiatives focused on growth and efficiency
• Develops business, financial, and analytical skills needed for career at CNB
• Understands CNB’s culture and strategy and the overall vision of the bank
• Gains knowledge of banking systems and processes, risk management principles, framework, and internal controls
• Utilizes knowledge and learned skills to identify opportunities to improve processes, tackle complex projects, provide innovative business solutions and recommendations

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• 1 year experience in MS office application

• Career interest in banking preferred.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to lead projects and build relationships
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, as well as confidence to “speak up” with poise to deal…