Sr. Consultant, Operations Transition – India [T500-23202]

About CIBC India:

CIBC India is a technology and operations hub in Hyderabad, where youll be part of our highly engaged and global team, and play a central role in supporting our growth. Whether youre driving innovation in digital banking or streamlining client onboarding, youll 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: youll 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 youre ready to create meaningful change and build your future, CIBC India is where your ambition meets opportunity.

What Youll Be Doing (position summary):

The Sr. Consultant, Operations Transition India supports the execution of transition plans for the Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad. This role is responsible for coordinating transition activities, managing operational risks, and ensuring smooth migration of services under the guidance of the Transition Lead. The Sr. Consultant works closely with cross-functional teams to facilitate change management, maintain high standards of documentation, and uphold CIBCs policies and procedures throughout the transition lifecycle.

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 Youll Succeed (responsibilities):

Experience: 8+ years of experience

• Coordinate and monitor day-to-day transition activities for GCC projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project plans
• Identify, track, and report risks and issues, escalating as needed to the Transition Lead
• Support change management initiatives, including communication and training for impacted teams
• Maintain accurate transition documentation and prepare regular status updates for leadership
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and functional teams (Risk, HR, Finance, Compliance, Tax) to facilitate seamless migration
• Ensure compliance with CIBC standards, policies, and regulatory requirements during all transition activities
• Assist in resource scheduling and allocation to support transition objectives
• Contribute to continuous process improvement and operational excellence initiatives

Who You Are (skills/qualifications):

Must Have Skills:

• Bachelors degree in business administration, finance, operations management, or a related field; MBA or relevant graduate degree preferred
• 8+ years of progressive experience in financial services operations, with demonstrated expertise in coordinating transition or transformation initiatives
• Solid understanding of business processes, operational risk management, and project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile)
• Demonstrated ability to support and implement change initiatives, working effectively with cross-functional teams in a dynamic, high-pressure environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to contribute to strategic planning and develop practical solutions
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills, with experience collaborating across multiple stakeholder groups
• Proficiency in documentation, reporting, and supporting process optimization to enable consistent, high-quality transitions
• Digital mindset and adaptability to hybrid work environments, including use of collaboration and project management tools

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 MomentMakers, 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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