Administrative Assistant (18 month contract)

CIBC; London; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Administrative Assistant to support their Investment Advisor team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with high net worth clients and contribute to their investment strategies. With a focus on relationship building and client engagement, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance and enhancing client experiences. Join a dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued, and you can grow your career in the banking industry. If you are driven by client success and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Banking Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Employee Assistance Programs

Social Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to inform decision-making.
• Ability to engage with clients and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Investment Advisors.
• Engage with clients to enhance relationships and meet needs.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Business Development

Customer Experience (CX)

Developing Proposals

Financial Products

Investment Portfolios

Marketing Activities

Work Collaboratively

Job description

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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, 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. This position is a great opportunity to learn the investment business in a professional, dynamic work environment with one of Canada's leading brokerages.

At CIBC, we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement will be discussed at the time of your interview.

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. Assist in processes to direct assets into suitable financial products based on the client’s risk and demographic profile.
• Client Engagement - Connect on a personal level to make interactions 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 - Promote 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. Improve team productivity, proactively uncover business opportunities, and help direct assets into appropriate 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 others’ experiences.
• You understand that success is in the details. Your critical thinking skills help inform your decision-making.
• 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.
• Values matter to you. You bring your true self to work and 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 recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including competitive compensation, banking benefits, wellbeing support, and additional programs such as employee and family assistance and MomentMakers, our social recognition program.
• Our spaces and technological tools enable collaboration to create innovative solutions for our clients.

What You Need To Know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and provide accessible candidate experiences. For accommodations, contact [e-mail]
• You must be legally eligible to work at the specified location(s) and have the necessary permits.
• We may ask you to complete assessments and skills tests to learn more about you and to help you understand more about us.

Additional Details

Expected End Date: 2026-11-27

Job Location: London-255 Queens, 2200

Employment Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours: 37.5

Skills: Analytical Thinking, Business Development, Business Documentation, Customer Experience (CX), Developing Proposals, Financial Products, Investment Portfolios, Marketing Activities, Transaction Banking, Work Collaboratively

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industries: Banking