Director, Wealth Management Operations T500-22693

Position: Director, Wealth Management Operations [T500-22693]
About CIBC India:

CIBC India is a technology and operations hub in Hyderabad, where you’ll be part of our highly engaged and global team, and play a central role in supporting our growth. Whether you’re driving innovation in digital banking or streamlining client onboarding, you’ll be part of a culture recognized for excellence and investment in people. At CIBC India, people and progress are at the center of what we do: you’ll develop skills, collaborate with industry leaders, and see your ideas realized in a culture that values progress and belonging.

We provide cutting-edge resources, ongoing learning, and a supportive environment where people come first. If you’re ready to create meaningful change and build your future, CIBC India is where your ambition meets opportunity.

What You’ll Be Doing (position summary):

The Director, Wealth Management Operations provides strategic leadership for the Hyderabad-based Wealth Management function, ensuring operational excellence, risk management, and high-quality client service delivery in alignment with CIBC’s global priorities.

At CIBC India we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (including on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

How You’ll Succeed (responsibilities):

- Lead and manage the Wealth Management team, setting strategic direction, overseeing workflow and resource allocation, and driving operational excellence
- Develop and implement strategies for growth, client engagement, and continuous improvement in line with CIBC’s global Wealth Management objectives
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and risk management protocols; oversee audit readiness and the resolution of compliance issues
- Manage financial planning and budgeting for the Wealth Management unit
- Champion talent development, employee engagement, and succession planning to build a skilled and motivated team

Experience:

12+ years of experience

Who You Are (skills/qualifications):

Must Have

Skills:

- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Operations Management or a related field; MBA or relevant graduate degree preferred
- 12+ years of progressive experience in financial services, including significant leadership roles at a business unit or enterprise level
- Professional certifications in operations, risk management, or financial services preferred
- Deep expertise in wealth management operations, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing large budgets and resources
- Advanced analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with a proven ability to inspire, coach, and develop high-performing teams
- Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in English (written and verbal)

What CIBC India Offers:

- At CIBC India, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career that goes well beyond your compensation.
- We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including competitive fixed pay, performance-based incentive programs, a family-first benefits program, employer contributions for your retirement, attractive time off and leave offerings, wellbeing support, and Moment Makers, 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 worldwide.
- 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.

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