Consultant, Communications & Public Affairs

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CIBC’s Communications team manages all internal corporate-level communications for employees. As a Consultant, Communications & Public Affairs, you'll play a key role in planning and executing communications that support Global Technology, Data & AI (GTDAI) Team. Within this scope, you will work with the Senior Director, Communications & Public Affairs, and members of the Communications & Public Affairs team, to support and execute communication strategies and plans as well as employee engagement activities that foster a solid understanding of the purpose-driven and growth-minded strategic direction of CIBC. 

You will support and coordinate communications activities including writing, editing, event planning, communications guidance, and tactical execution. You will collaborate with partners across GTDAI to plan and deliver employee events, produce multimedia content, and shape communications strategies that drive engagement and alignment.

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

• Communications Support – Support the development and implementation of integrated communications plans, and provide day-to-day support, including writing and editing employee messages, executive briefings, announcements, town halls, MS Teams Live virtual events, etc. Work with other team members and independently to provide tactical plans in support of communications strategies, and provide advice on such things as appropriate message, communication vehicle, target audience, timing of announcements, distribution, and experiment with new storytelling tools and formats.
• Communications Planning – Provide suggestions to team members and business partners to help ensure communications are developed and deployed in a timely, effective manner. Provide recommendations, input and support for content on CIBC Today and Viva Engage platforms.
• Relationship Building – There is extensive collaboration and communication required with colleagues across Communications, as well as a close partnership with team members and senior leaders across CIBC. Successful relationship building will be needed to identify and leverage opportunities to present integrated messaging.
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment - Staying current with CIBC and client/business strategies/priorities while ensuring accuracy of information through attention to detail as well as sensitivity to context. A strong ability to execute against high volumes, swift pace, and tight deadlines, while managing multiple deliverables in a time-sensitive environment where at times, information may be limited.

Who you are

• You have communications experience. You bring 5+ years of experience in a communications role and can demonstrate strong writing, editing, and proofing skills, with first-rate attention to detail. Experience in financial services and technology is an asset.
• You excel at project management. Your strong project management skills help you manage competing and demanding priorities.
• You have executive communications and event management experience. Previous experience in these areas is an asset.
• You build strong relationships. You have the ability to build trust, influence others, and achieve results through collaboration.
• 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 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’re a self-starter and an accountable team member. You work independently, collaborate effectively, and demonstrate accountability in all you do.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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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

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise.

• 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 test (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. 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

Communication, Communications Strategy, Communications Support, Critical Thinking, Efficiency Improvements, Employee Engagement, Executive Communications, External Communication, Internal Communications, Marketing, Partnership Management, Prioritization, Relationship Building, Strategic Communication Planning, Teamwork, Writing