Data Analyst

time left to apply End Date: November 18, 2024 (21 days left to apply)

job requisition id 2413687

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.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What you’ll be doing

As a member of the U.S. Data Strategy team, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment where you will be responsible for formulating system scope and objectives, gathering requirements, convert business requirements into technical requirements based on the architecture and ETL guidelines. The role performs tasks of technical depth and breadth, validating and documenting business requirements for assigned projects to ensure the maximization of operational efficiency, and ensuring project control procedures and policies are executed.

The Data Analyst determines methods and approaches to projects, providing business support relative to the development, analysis and identification of process changes or system enhancements. The role uses judgement and autonomy on day-to-day tasks, providing operational support for projects after implementation including problem resolution and recommendations to ensure ongoing success. The role proactively addresses problems within the scope of responsibility and identifies areas for possible improvements.

• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to understand the purpose of data collected, with the goal to solve business problems through rigorous data analysis and experimentation.
• Have thoughtful and productive conversations with the business owners before and during requirements gathering. Escalate issues to leadership while offering solutions.
• Execute data Analysis responsibilities related to the setup and management of identified data sources to feed our central data hub repository.
• Work with developers to ensure naming conventions and modeling standards are utilized when bringing new data sources into the hub.
• Ensure documentation of data and processes is maintained on a timely basis and is appropriate for the intended audience.
• Develop a clear understanding of business-related data and apply analytic knowledge to high-priority challenges across all functional areas.
• Become an expert on what data is available for reporting!

How you’ll succeed

• Understanding and Documenting Requirements - Work closely with business partners to gather complex business requirements and facilitate solution design discussions to ensure you meet project needs. Build strong relationships, lead discussions, listen and ask the right questions to ensure solutions meet requirements.
• Solution Design - Build client-focused solutions that meet business requirements. Prepare and validate solution design documents around areas such as scope clarification, solution requirements, and quality assurance.
• Leading and Mentoring – Support end-to-end project implementation as a subject matter expert and provide guidance to a diverse team of technology and project professionals. Maintain a collaborative work environment and support team members to resolve organizational, operational, and process problems.

Who you are

You have a degree/diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field of study.

• 5-7 years of data analysis experience, preferably in the Financial Services industry
• Strong ETL and DWH background
• Passionate for all things data!
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within data analytics, data governance, and business intelligence
• Strong technical competence: previous experience developing complex solutions based on business requirements and translating them into functional specifications.
• Knowledge around how to retrieve data efficiently as well as the differences and nuances between on-premises and Azure environments.
• Excitement to pick up and run with new technologies, demonstrated initiative to explore alternate technology and approaches to solving problems.
• Data Modeling ER Diagrams, Conceptual, Logical & physical modeling
• Must have basic programming skills with Python or Java language.
• Ability to establish and articulate a vision, set goals, develop, and execute strategies, and track and measure results.
• Ability to multi-task, adapt to changing priorities (yours or leadership), be curious and think creatively.
• Ability to drive consensus across business and technical teams during design, development, testing and implementation.
• Must have Excellent SQL skills, building complex SQL queries from scratch to pull and analyze data.
• Proficiency with commonly used Business Intelligence tools, e.g., Alteryx, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Business Objects, or other similar tools
• Excellent communication skills - both verbally and written - ability to relate to all levels of management.

You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile because it’s the right thing to do.

You give meaning to data . You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.

You're driven by collective success . You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.

Your influence makes an impact . You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.

You have a degree/diploma in Computer Science, Business, and/or a related field, and you’ve spent at least three years in a BSC role leading projects and designing solutions.

It’s an asset if you have experience with Agile methodologies and Application and/or Architecture Development.

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

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 Location

IL-70 W Madison St, 10th Fl

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Application Testing, Business Requirements, Business Systems Analysis, IT Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Operations Support