Senior Audit Manager, Wealth Management

About the Role

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. The Private Wealth Audit team provides independent assurance across key areas of the Private Wealth Management portfolio, including trust companies, registered investment advisors, and personal banking.

This role operates in a hybrid work arrangement, requiring 2+ days per week on-site, with the remainder remote.

Responsibilities

• Support Audit leadership in developing and executing a comprehensive, risk-based audit plan that addresses key regulatory expectations and provides effective third-line-of-defense coverage.
• Oversee multiple audit engagements simultaneously by reviewing detailed project plans that reflect appropriate risks, scope, resource needs, deliverables, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder availability.
• Translate business strategies, initiatives, and emerging developments within the Private Wealth Management portfolio into effective, risk-sensitive audit approaches and coverage.
• Prepare and review meaningful, relevant, and well-supported audit reports, and communicate findings clearly and confidently to stakeholders at various levels of management.
• Build trusted relationships with management, participate in select U.S. region committees to stay informed on current issues, and provide practical advice on business risks, controls, and governance matters.
• Lead, coach, and mentor audit professionals, provide guidance through all phases of the audit lifecycle, expand team knowledge of wealth management industry practices, and foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture aligned with professional standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive audit experience, including internal audit experience within a large U.S. bank, wealth management firm, or registered investment advisor, with a focus on investment, advisor, and trust-related audits.
• Deep knowledge of business practices, risks, and controls across the wealth management space, including investments, advisory services, and trust activities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and build credibility with internal and external partners.
• Ability to work independently in complex environments, manage shifting priorities effectively, and demonstrate strong project management skills and professionalism.
• Professional certification such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS), or relevant securities licenses is an asset.
• Up to 15% travel required.
• Alignment with CIBC’s values: trust, teamwork, and accountability.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package, including an expected salary range of $120,000 USD - $150,000 USD (salary differential for other locations will be discussed at the time of the interview).
• Eligibility to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may include a discretionary bonus component.
• 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).
• MomentMakers: a social, points-based recognition program.
• Banking benefits and wellbeing support.
• Purpose Day: a paid day off dedicated to investing in your growth and development.

This position is not eligible for employment sponsorship.