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

What You’ll Be Doing

You will provide support to the Strategic Partnership team in building and maintaining relationships with external business partners, identifying new opportunities that mutually benefit CIBC, our clients and our partners and supporting strategies that will enhance client experience and drive revenue. You will assist the team in the development, management, presentation and implementation of plans and projects including tactics that will build the business, optimize profitability, improve client experience and drive operational efficiency. You will work with high performing, highly productive and diverse teams to successfully implement programs that enhance the client experience and drive revenue growth.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview

Important information

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.You must be currently enrolled in a Masters program and returning to full-time studies to be eligible. However, you do not need to be in a registered Co-Op program to be considered for a role.Recruitment timeline: Applications review – January; Interviews – January/February; Offers – February/MarchPlease include your resume (no more than 2 pages), a cover letter (no more than 1 page), and your most recent unofficial transcript with your application. These should all be uploaded into the Resume section of the application as one pdf document This is a 4 month co-op opportunity

How You’ll Succeed

· Strategy Support – Assist in the development and recommendation of strategic plans, analyzing opportunities, and tracking the effectiveness of programs. Use analytics and research to report on, analyze and optimize our strategic partnerships. Work with various stakeholders to ensure organizational support, execute business initiatives, complete analysis and contribute to recommendations for growing our existing partner relationships.

· Program Management – In partnership with Technology and Business partners, manage projects that align with strategic objectives by developing business cases, outlining costs, resource requirements, time lines and any other related requirements for a highly complex business. Coordinate project activities/deliverables to support successful delivery. In conjunction with Technology, Finance and other project stakeholders, support the preparation and delivery of business cases for approved projects. Develop reporting and information management processes to track and manage current and potential partnership opportunities.

· Relationship Management – Work with key stakeholders to proactively develop and maintain a partnership pipeline that is aligned with the team’s strategy and roadmap. Develop communications to address any issues/inquiries that may arise from the frontlines or other stakeholders. Provide ongoing, collaborative and high-quality support to our internal/external partners.

Who You Are

· You can demonstrate experience in strategic and business planning, business model development and working knowledge of marketing best practices. In-depth knowledge of Credit Card business will be a strong asset.

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

· 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 by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to bring a shared vision to life.

· 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 work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive compensation, a banking benefit*, wellbeing support and additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs 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.

*Subject to 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

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.

Expected End Date

2025-08-22

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 25th Floor

Employment Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Business, Business Planning, Collaboration