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CIBC Director, Enterprise Communications in Toronto, Ontario
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 (https://www.cibc.com/en/about-cibc.html)
What you’ll be doing
The Director, Enterprise Communications, is responsible for strategic communications planning, execution and measurement to support key internal communications initiatives, managing a strategic and coordinated approach across enterprise-wide communications platforms. This role provides strategic communications advice and support, developing and implementing corporate communication strategies aligned to CIBC’s business strategy.
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
Build and execute on communication strategies in support of key enterprise communications to employees.
Work closely with key partners and stakeholders across the bank to develop and execute communication strategies and plans, and various leader and team events (virtual and in-person) that foster a solid understanding of the bank’s purpose and strategic direction.
Craft compelling key enterprise messaging for internal audiences , providing leadership and guidance to CIBC’s Communications & Public Affairs (C&PA) team on how to incorporate these messages into their communications plans and deliverables.
Create templates, resources, and tools to help C&PA align their communications with the bank’s strategy and purpose.
Leverage best practices and solutions to enhance enterprise communications and create a positive and interactive employee experience.
Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration within the C&PA team and with key partners.
Establish and build strong relationships with key partners and stakeholders across the bank, including senior leaders.
Lead and manage a team of internal communications professionals through coaching, mentoring and guidance to deliver high-quality communications that reinforce the bank’s strategy and purpose.
Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of internal communications processes, tools and channels.
Monitor and measure the impact of internal communications activities and provide recommendations for improvement.
Who you are
Progressive experience in the field of internal communications, including principles, practices and processes.
Well-developed knowledge of communications principles, along with communications writing and presentation development skills.
You can demonstrate experience in project management.
Well-developed problem identification and communication principles to develop and implement effective communication strategies.
You can demonstrate experience with in-depth advisory and consultative skills.
Well-developed ability to develop creative solutions that address difficult or complex issues and to provide sound advice and guidance to senior level executives.
Well-developed ability to function as a key consultant to senior management and division heads and to work collaboratively with business leaders in the delivery of consistent, aligned communications strategies.
Senior-level experience in employee communications and change management.
You have a degree in Business/Journalism/Communications, or equivalent or relevant area or specialty.
Your influence makes a difference. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by sharing your expertise.
You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
You're motivated by collective success. You know that teamwork can transform a good idea into a great one. You know that an inclusive team that enjoys working together can bring a vision to life.
You are a caring and accountable leader. You have experience developing and implementing strategic team goals. You have experience coaching employees and inspiring successful team performance.
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.
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
Communications Support, Cross Functional Projects, Efficiency Improvements (Inactive), External Communication, Internal Communications, Marketing, Partnership Management, People Management, Prioritization, Strategic Communication Planning
At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability.
Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel.
Every day, our 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.