Job Description

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

Our Cards Partnerships team is focused on building and strengthening strategic partnerships that enhance our credit and debit card offerings and create better experiences for our clients. As a Manager, Cards Partnerships, you'll support the development and execution of partnership strategies that drive client acquisition and revenue growth. You'll analyze and optimize existing programs, monitor business performance metrics, and identify opportunities to improve processes and systems. You'll also help assess and develop new partnership opportunities that support our business goals. Working with cross-functional teams and external partners, you'll contribute to initiatives that deliver strong results for our clients and the business.

How you'll succeed

• Strategic planning - Support the development and implementation of partnership strategies that strengthen our credit and debit card products and contribute to acquisition and performance goals.
• Partnership execution - Manage partnership initiatives across consumer and small business credit card portfolios, helping to deliver programs that enhance the client experience and support revenue growth.
• Performance management - Monitor, analyze, and interpret key business results against performance targets, and recommend improvements or solutions as needed.
• Relationship management - Build strong working relationships with internal partners across Risk Management, Finance, Legal, Compliance, Business Controls, Sales Delivery Channels, Marketing, Technology, and other lines of business, while collaborating effectively with external vendors and partners.

Important information

• 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.
• You must be currently enrolled in post-secondary education and returning to full-time studies to be eligible. However, you do not need to be in a registered co-op program to be considered for a role.
• Please include your resume (no more than 2 pages), a cover letter (no more than 1 page), and your most recent unofficial transcript with your application. These should all be uploaded into the resume section of the application as one pdf document.
• Duration of term: 4 months (January – April 2027)

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience in strategic planning, business planning, business model development, and marketing best practices. It’s an asset if you have in-depth knowledge of the credit card business.
• You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take initiative, go above and beyond, and deliver results.
• 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'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 live your values. You bring high standards, genuine care to your relationships, and want to grow with an employer that shares your values and brings out your best.

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
• 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.

Expected End Date

2027-04-23

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 25th Floor

Employment Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Business, Collaboration, Relationship Management, Taking Initiative, Teamwork