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.

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What you’ll be doing

The Senior Manager of Capital Markets Early Talent will work directly with the Director, Capital Markets Early Talent to drive continuous improvement in recruitment operations and lead the rollout of innovative Campus and student engagement initiatives that will position CIBC as an Employer of Choice. It is a pivotal position focused on partnering with internal and external stakeholders to continue to elevate CIBC’s Campus recruitment strategies.

This role is responsible for providing support in the development of the Capital Market’s student recruitment strategies and execution that will enable CIBC to attract and convert a sustainable pipeline of top early talent to meet CIBC Capital Market’s business needs. You will also be responsible for providing recommendations to revise and refresh attraction programs and strategies as needed to increase CIBC’s competitive advantage while also increasing the caliber and retention rates of our junior hires. You will constantly challenge the status quo in a rapidly changing recruitment environment to determine best practices moving forward.

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

• Leadership and Management – Develop and lead execution of strategies to help CIBC Capital Markets (Canada) meet their recruitment goal of attracting the best and brightest students, with a focus on Diversity & Inclusion. Act as a subject matter expert in order to provide day to day direction, identify operational challenges and to continue to build on an effective business support model.
• Early Talent Attraction & Sourcing Activities – Identify strategies and sourcing channels to assemble a pipeline of top talent for Capital Markets student opportunities. Oversee end-to-end recruitment cycles, processes and framework for student hiring programs, including on-campus sessions, pipeline, referral management, calibrations and offers. Consult with Capital Markets business members and students within the programs to share best practices and provide recommendations for attraction strategies. Provide trusted advice to hiring managers by using diverse interviewing and assessment techniques to validate candidate experience levels.
• Relationship Building – Develop strong business relationships with Executive Sponsors, Campus Chairs/Co-Chairs, HR consultants and other internal partners to ensure the day-today operations are delivered with flawless service; with all key schools and campus candidates to ensure students receive a high caliber work experience and CIBC maintains a strong brand on campus.
• Business Acumen – Keep up-to-date on labour market trends and competitor information, providing business partners with insights and recommendations that will improve the quality of external hires. Assemble deep subject matter expertise in your portfolio to better forecast and affect hiring plans and decisions.
• Student Program Management –.Partner with key target schools and external organizations to facilitate various scholarship and sponsorship opportunities, including participating in recipient selection and managing placement within Capital Markets. Support the planning and execution of annual orientations for Capital Markets summer and graduate hires including engaging with third party vendors and internal partners to provide recommendations on content/structure/format.

Who you are

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.
• You can demonstrate 5+ years of progressive experience including but not limited to Early Talent Programs and/or Campus Recruitment.
• You can demonstrate in depth presentation skills and strong technical skills with MS Office.
• You act like an owner. You thrive when you’re empowered to take the lead, go above and beyond, and deliver results.
• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.
• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity.

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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

• 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.

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 33rd Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Communication, Company Policies, Decision Making, Hiring, Hiring Management, Human Resources (HR), Judgement, Leadership, Long Term Planning, Microsoft PowerPoint, People Management, Prioritization, Process Improvements, Recruiting, Recruiting Strategies, Sourcing and Procurement, Strategy Development, Taking Initiative, Talent Acquisition, Talent Strategy