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Job title: Analyst, Digital \& Payments Policy

Division: Payments \& Digital

Location: Toronto

Reports to: Director, Digital Policy \& Vice President, Payments Policy

Overview

The Analyst, Digital \& Payments Policy will provide essential support across two dynamic departments within the Payments \& Digital Division. Working closely with division Advisors, leadership, internal teams, and member banks, the Analyst will contribute to developing and advancing public policy, legislative, and regulatory matters related to the rapidly evolving digital and payments landscape.

This role involves research, analysis, coordination, and communication to support policy work and the associated advocacy with federal and provincial governments, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and enthusiastic about emerging financial technologies and policy development.

Key Focus Areas

You will contribute to advancing industry understanding and policy development in the digital and payments areas. This will cover a number of issues, including, but not limited to:

Consumer-driven banking (open banking)
Digital currencies and wallets
Payments modernization (e.g., Real-time Rail)
Artificial intelligence
Emerging trends and developments, including regulatory developments both domestically and internationally

Description of Responsibilities

Conduct research and provide analysis to support policy development and advocacy positions
Assist in drafting industry submissions, policy papers, and consultation responses
Monitor and report on emerging provincial, national and international trends in financial services as they relate to digital and payments policy in Canada and recommend strategies for the banking industry
Conduct jurisdictional scans of legislation and regulation relevant to digital and payments policy
Support collaboration and information-sharing across internal divisions and with external stakeholders
Prepare briefing materials and create compelling, data-driven presentations
Contribute to special projects and other tasks as assigned by the Payments and Digital leadership team

Key Qualifications, Abilities and Skills

1--3 years of experience in a policy, regulatory, or research-oriented role (experience in financial services or banking is an asset)
Foundation understanding of digital and payments policy issues in the financial sector
Strong research, analytical, and writing skills
Proficiency in developing high-quality written materials and presentations to support advocacy efforts
Familiarity with public policy and legislative development processes
Ability to provide initial assessment of policy and legislative proposals and evaluate their impact on the industry
A strong team player who works well with others both internally and externally
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong communication skills and ability to translate complex policy concepts for diverse audiences
Understand and synthesize stakeholder views and positions on industry issues
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

The CBA welcomes and encourages all interested individuals to apply. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to the Association. We strive to provide equal access to employment and believe in creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates throughout the recruitment process.

To apply for this position, please send your resume and accommodation requests, if needed, to talentmanagement@cba.ca, quoting the job title that you are applying for. Visit our Careers page to learn more about our culture and current opportunities.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at the CBA; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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