Associate, Public Affairs

at  CIBC

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
NOTE: This is a Temporary (8-month) opportunity.
What you’ll be doing
The Associate focuses on supporting our Communications and Public Affairs team through internal communications to our broader CIBC team, and enhancing and protecting CIBC’s reputation through support for select media and public relations activities. In this support role, you will have an opportunity to contribute your skills to help manage volumes during peak periods, and help our team execute against our role in our bank’s strategy through clear messaging and strong execution.
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

• Draft, review, and publish key internal communications for our CIBC team, supporting both specific business units and enterprise wide messaging on key initiatives.
• Support external communications where required through drafting news releases or media advisories, including contributing to CIBC’s flagship community investment initiatives.
• Work closely with colleagues in managing key aspects of our social media presence for key executives.
• Provide strong, consistent support on execution for events, including developing remarks and tactical planning.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience in: writing, editing, and developing content for social and traditional media channels; as well as demonstrating work experience in communications in a large organization.
• 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.
• 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 give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You’re confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.
• You have a degree/diploma in Journalism, Communications, PR 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 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

Expected End Date
2024-12-31
Job Location
Toronto-81 Bay, 33rd Floor
Employment Type
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Weekly Hours
37.5
Skills
Accountability, Business Processes, Communication, External Communication, Office Administration, Organizational Efficiency, Public Affairs, Taking Initiative, Teamwork, Writin

Please refer the Job description for details