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’ll be joining CIBC’s Finance team as an Executive Assistant, reporting to the SVP, Finance Operations. The Executive Assistant is accountable for providing day-to-day secretarial, operational and administrative support for three Executive level managers, including the EVP, Controller & Finance Operations. The role monitors and ensures that all established administrative and operational processes and control standards are followed, contributing to the effective and efficient operation of the business group. This role is also the Business Continuity Coordinator for the Controller & Finance Operations team, and is therefore responsible for coordinating completion of requirements under the bank’s Business Continuity Management Policy for the team.
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
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Calendar Management - Maintain and monitor the executive’s calendars of scheduled appointments, upcoming events and matters requiring immediate attention. Coordinate agendas, and send meeting invitations and agendas to attendees, book meeting rooms and arrange for IT resources and refreshments in support of a smooth and efficient meeting facilitation.
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Travel Arrangement & Expense Reporting - Arrange travel arrangements and maintain travel expense account including expense submissions to PeopleSoft on behalf of the Executives. Arranges group travel as necessary. Monitor and track all department invoices and expenses including contracts; process expense reports/invoices and update financial reports when required.
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Professional Support - Prepare standard correspondence, minutes, reports and presentations frequently of a confidential, strategic and/or specialized nature ensuring completed material is produced in a timely manner. Assist with the preparation of presentations and management reporting.
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Administrative Duties - Provide ongoing administrative support such as: assisting with coordination of AC meetings and consolidation / distribution of materials, assisting with onboarding/off boarding activities for new and departing employees which include processing requests for technology requirements, business cards, corporate cards, expense and travel profiles etc.
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Business Continuity Coordinator - Coordinate completion of requirements under the bank’s Business Continuity Management Policy for the Controller & Finance Operations team
Who you are
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You can demonstrate at least 3-5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leaders in a highly professional, confidential, and fast-paced environment. In addition, you’re a strong communicator with excellent verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills to interact with a wide range of individuals in a wide range of situations, which usually requires tact, diplomacy, and discretion. It's an asset if you are digitally proficient and have a strong command of MS Office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
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You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
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You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take initiative, go above and beyond, and deliver results.
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You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity.
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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 [email protected]
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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, 5th Floor
Employment Type
Regular
Weekly Hours
37.5
Skills
Accountability, Decision Making, Event Management, Interpersonal Communication, Meeting Planning, Multitasking, Office Administration, Organizational Efficiency, Professional Presentation, Scheduling Events, Scheduling Meetings, Travel Coordination, Travel Expense Reports
