Branch Assistant Co-op – Thornhill, ON Winter 2027

CIBC US; Markham; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Banking benefit

Wellbeing support

Employee assistance

MomentMakers program

Job summary

CIBC Wood Gundy is seeking an Administrative Assistant Co-op in Thornhill, ON to provide essential administrative support to the Investment Advisor team. You will help manage client accounts and support high net worth clients as part of a dynamic brokerage team.

The role is on-site, full-time for four months (January 2027 – April 2027). The salary range is CDN $49,000–$54,000 per year, with a compensation philosophy that supports growth and progression within the range.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support - Maintain compliance standards in client dealings/client files.
• Conduct administrative activities and engage in administrative processes associated with supporting the IA(s) and teams.
• Engage in all marketing and business development activities and assist in the development of investment plans and written proposals for prospects and clients.
• As determined by the IA, assist in processes to direct assets into suitable financial products based on the client’s risk reward tolerances and demographic profile.
• Client Engagement - Connect on a personal level to make every interaction meaningful.
• Enhance relationships by collaborating with your team and providing administrative support to ensure client needs are met.
• Respond to requests by answering questions and providing an exceptional experience.
• Relationship Building - Heighten CIBC brand awareness in your community by attending local events and participating in marketing and outreach activities.
• Grow your network to create lasting connections that will generate future opportunities. Work closely with your team to connect clients with the right opportunities.
• Organizational Skills - Support Investment Advisors by providing timely responses to client requests and maintaining compliance standards in all files.

Skills

Client relationship

Collaborative teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Finance banking

Microsoft Excel

Office administration

Self-starter

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

CIBC’s Wood Gundy team is the full-service brokerage division of CIBC serving our high net worth clientele. As an Administrative Assistant Co-op you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Investment Advisor team in our Wood Gundy brokerage.

You’ll work closely with the team of Advisors as they plan and manage client investments. You’ll play a key part in supporting and servicing high net worth client accounts. You’ll provide ongoing support to a team that goes above and beyond for their clients.

This position is a great opportunity to learn the investment business in a professional, dynamic work environment with one of Canada’s leading Brokerage. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role.

To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time. The expected annualized base salary range for this role is $49,000 to $54,000. The base salary is determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, as well as geographic location and specific business needs. Our compensation philosophy supports ongoing growth and development, enabling progression within the salary range as team members advance in their roles. We are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation opportunities for all employees and we encourage open conversations about compensation throughout the recruitment process.

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.

Work Location

Thornhill, ON.

Further clarity on the work location will be provided at the time of your interview.

Please note all employees must work within their current jurisdiction and must reside within Canada.

Duration of term

4 months (January 2027 – April 2027)

How you’ll succeed

Administrative Support - Maintain compliance standards in client dealings/client files. Conduct administrative activities and engage in administrative processes associated with supporting the IA(s) and teams.

Engage in all marketing and business development activities and assist in the development of investment plans and written proposals for prospects and clients. As determined by the IA, assist in processes to direct assets into suitable financial products based on the client’s risk reward tolerances and demographic profile.

Client Engagement - Connect on a personal level to make every interaction meaningful. Enhance relationships by collaborating with your team and providing administrative support to ensure client needs are met.

Respond to requests by answering questions and providing an exceptional experience.

Relationship Building - Heighten CIBC brand awareness in your community by attending local events and participating in marketing and outreach activities. Grow your network to create lasting connections that will generate future opportunities. Work closely with your team to connect clients with the right opportunities.

Organizational Skills - Support Investment Advisors by providing timely responses to client requests and maintaining compliance standards in all files. Enable team success by improving team productivity, proactively uncovering business opportunities, and helping to direct assets into the right financial products.

Who you are

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 engage with your heart and mind. You care about people and understand different perspectives.

You listen and learn from the experiences of others. You understand that success is in the details. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

You’re passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partner.

You build trust through respect and authenticity. 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
• additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs
• 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 [e-mail]

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.

Employment Details

Expected End Date 2027-04-23

Job Location 123 Commerce Valley Dr E

Employment Type Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours 37.5

Skills

Business Management, Collaborative Team Work, Communication, Customer Service, Finance Banking, Microsoft Excel, Office Administration, Self-Starter

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 48,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.