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 (https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc.html)

What you’ll be doing

As a member of the Communications & Public Affairs (C&PA) Capital Markets Communications team, you will be responsible for supporting corporate-level communications to team members and clients for Capital Markets as the business focuses on growth through a differentiated, client-focused strategy.

Specifically, you will coordinate and execute communication activities and work with the broader team on the delivery of key accountabilities. You will write, edit, plan events, develop general and specific intranet content, presentations, speeches, press releases and other related communication activities.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How you’ll succeed

• Strategic Communications – You understand how to translate business strategy into engaging content for an internal audience, to keep the Capital Markets team engaged in the growth momentum we have across our business, and getting that message to stakeholders across our bank to help drive connectivity.

• Public Affairs – You’ll rely on your experience in external communications to support engagement with media and other external stakeholders, including drafting media materials, speaking points, and assessing opportunities alongside senior members of the team.

• Reputation and Brand Management – You proactively gather facts and apply client-focus and solid judgment in helping respond to media inquiries and enterprise-wide and/or line of business reputational issues.

Who you are

• You have solid experience in communicating with internal audiences through a broad platform such as Workplace by Meta. You have experience with external communications to help you make recommendations and deliver strong tactical execution of key materials. You can write compelling communications clearly and concisely, and demonstrate excellent editing and proofreading skills. It’s an asset if you have experience in and/or knowledge of banking and its diversified client segments.

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

• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success.

• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take the lead, go above and beyond, and deliver results.

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

• You have a degree/diploma in Journalism, Communications or related study and/or equivalent experience.

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

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program, defined benefit pension plan, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, 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.

• 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.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• 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.

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 33rd Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Business, Business Strategies, Capital Markets, Communication, Communications Support, Efficiency Improvements (Inactive), External Communication, Internal Communications, Marketing, Partnership Management, Prioritization, Public Affairs, Strategic Communication Planning, Teamwork

At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability.

Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel.

Every day, our 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.