AI Innovation Analyst

About Cidel

Cidel is a Canadian-based global private bank and asset manager. We help high net worth individuals, families and institutions protect and grow their wealth. Our expertise spans three well-integrated service areas:

Asset Management,

Planning, Structuring & Trust, and

Specialized Banking

We are a unique firm in the way we combine the scale and capability of a large global bank, with the continuity and genuine commitment to service of a boutique firm.

 The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to work for a Financial Institution with strong entrepreneurial spirit where you have real impact.

Get in early and start with ideas and experiments, proof of concept, converting them into practical and real solutions that are implemented and used every day by clients and colleagues.

We are looking for a curious, driven, and technically gifted individual, with 0-2 years of experience. You will work closely with SVP, Enterprise Change Management and cross-functional business teams to identify Cidel business needs and pain points, generate and present ideas, work with the team on brainstorming of your and the team ideas, experiment with various ideas and ways to implement it and finally build it into solutions that work every day.

What You Will Do

You will own the entire lifecycle of AI initiatives from ideas to implementation:

Identify opportunities where AI driven solutions can meaningfully improve client experience and internal processes

Generate ideas and pitch them to the team for brainstorming

Brainstorm and collaborate with the team across other ideas to select high-value AI use cases and translate them into actionable proofs of concept

Explore and experiment with LLMs and emerging AI tools and propose creative ways to overcome obstacles

Design, prototype, and implement AI and automation solutions across Cidel

Contribute to Cidel's AI adoption roadmap

Work with structured and unstructured financial data, supporting other ongoing initiatives

Stay current on developments in AI tooling, APIs, and best practices. Bring and share fresh ideas with the team

Apply responsible AI principles, with awareness of regulatory considerations

Document experiments, findings and solutions to build Cidel's internal AI knowledge base and enable team learning

What We Are Looking For:

Education & Background

Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, or Engineering - ideally from a top-tier university (University of Toronto, Waterloo, McGill, Western, McMaster, Queen’s, or equivalent)

Coursework or demonstrated interest in machine learning, AI, data science, data engineering or applied mathematics

Genuine curiosity and knowledge about financial markets, wealth management, banking or how financial institutions operate is a strong asset

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Python (required); familiarity with libraries such as pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, or PyTorch/TensorFlow

Hands-on experience with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure AI, etc.) or model fine-tuning

Ability to work with APIs, other integrations, and basic data engineering concepts

Proficiency in SQL

Experience with Power Platform, Azure, Copilot studio is a strong asset

Mindset & Soft Skills

Intellectually curious. Experiment with new tools and models before anyone asks you to

Entrepreneurial mindset. Comfortable with ambiguity, self-directed, and energized by building from scratch

Well organized and structured

Strong communicator. Explain the most complex technical concept in simple words

High integrity

Collaborative and low-ego: you thrive in a small, high-trust and high-performance team

Compensation:

The expected annually salary range for this role is $75,000 – $105,000 based on years of experience. Plus, discretionary bonus and benefits.

Location:

Toronto, ON (hybrid - 4 days in office) after probation 

Vacancy Disclosure:

This position is a new role

Work Authorization:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Please apply via Bamboo.

Please note that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used during the recruitment process to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants. All AI assisted evaluations are conducted in accordance with applicable privacy and employment standards.

We welcome applications from individuals of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part throughout the hiring process to support equitable access and participation. Only successful candidates will be contacted.