Job Description

Were building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats 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
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What youll be doing
CIBCs Communications and Public Affairs (C&PA) department is responsible for managing all internal and external corporate-level communications to employees, shareholders, clients, media, community organizations and the government. As the Director, Communications, you will be responsible for strategic communications planning, execution and measurement to support the mandate and key initiatives of Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management. Within this scope, you will lead the communications and employee engagement activities that support the CIBC strategy.
At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Youll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where youll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.
How youll succeed

• Strategic Minded - Build and execute on communication strategies in support of key business initiatives that impact Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management employees, partners and CIBC clients. You will work closely with the senior management team of the business to develop and execute communication strategies and plans, and various leader and team events (virtual and in-person) that foster a solid understanding of the purpose-driven and strategic direction of their businesses and CIBC as a whole.
• Relationship Management - Create trusted advisor relationships and influence with the senior management team. Partner with C&PA and the business to manage highly visible enterprise-wide initiatives by building internal confidence around our CIBC brand. You will work closely with other teams, including Corporate Events, Human Resources, as well as many other key partners across the bank, on communications programs and projects.
• Leadership and Collaboration - Collaborate and manage relationships with executives and senior leaders for purposes of developing and implementing internal communications strategies/programs, key messages, team events, speeches and presentations. Lead the development of communication plans, prepare and execute internal communications material that reinforces our purpose to make clients ambitions real, and drives our banks competitive advantage.

Who you are

• You demonstrate progressive experience in the field of internal communications, including principles, practices and processes. Ensuring creative, engaging and meaningful communications messaging and counsel/advice to executives and key stakeholders, with impeccable attention to detail and teamwork.
• 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're driven to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact.
• You embrace and champion change. You\'ll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.
• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You lean in on executive guidance, you inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.
• 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.

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  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.
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  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.
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  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

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  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
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  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.
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  We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, 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 Toronto-81 Bay, 33rd Floor
Employment Type Regular
Weekly Hours 37.5
Skills Communications Support, Cross Functional Projects, Efficiency Improvements (Inactive), External Communication, Internal Communications, Marketing, Partnership Management, People Management, Prioritization, Strategic Communication Planning