Regional Director, Asset Specialist Group

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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.

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What youll be doing

CIBC Global Asset Management (CIBC GAM) is one of Canadas largest asset management firms with approximately $350 billion in assets under management and over 54 years of experience designing and implementing client-focused investment solutions. We are recognized leaders in delivering a broad range of high-quality global investment management solutions to both retail and institutional clients.

Our portfolio spans institutional money management for pension funds endowments and insurance funds; private wealth management; ETFs; and alternative investments. We also manage the CIBC family of mutual funds including CIBC Mutual Funds and Renaissance Investments as well as managed portfolio solutions such as Managed Portfolio Services (MPS) and Personal Portfolio Services (PPS).

At CIBC our goal is to help clients achieve what matters most to them. Our philosophy is grounded in the CIBC core values of Trust Teamwork and Accountability and we deliver results through a disciplined research-driven investment approach.

The Regional Director is a key member of CIBC GAMs Global Distribution Team and an integral part of the Asset Specialist Group Leadership Team reporting to the MD & Head Banking Center Distribution.

In this role the Regional Director leads a team of Asset Specialists within a dedicated region while consulting and supporting regional and market leadership teams across Personal Banking (PB) Imperial Service (IS) Financial Planning & Advice (FP&A) and Private Banking. The role is responsible for coordinating and delivering community-level support to advisors and leaders in the areas of Financial Planning & Advice Solution Fulfillment and market intelligence.

This is a fast-paced dynamic client-focused role that plays a critical part in advancing GAMs global distribution growth strategy.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

The expected annualized base salary range for this role is $111060 to $161060.

The base salary is determined by a variety of factors including the candidates 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.

In addition to base pay compensation for this role includes participation in an annual discretionary incentive or bonus program.

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.

How youll succeed

• Leadership Asset Specialist Group. Provide effective leadership coaching and mentorship to Asset Specialists to foster a client-driven culture and deliver superior business results. Establish and promote a culture of teamwork ensuring all Asset Specialists contribute meaningfully to their assigned Market Teams success. Set clear context when assigning work ensuring individual roles align with Market Team priorities and CIBCs broader organizational team and individual capabilities through targeted development opportunities including job shadowing special projects and formal training. Manage performance through fair accurate and timely formal and informal feedback; identify and remove obstacles to performance; and clearly communicate how individual expectations align with business priorities. Champion CIBCs mission vision and values to create a positive inclusive work environment and serve as an effective role model. Ensure consistent compliance with all applicable policies standards guidelines and controls applying them fairly so employees understand expectations. Hire the right people for the right roles aligning individual capabilities with job requirements and business unit objectives.

• Strategic Planning Sales Leadership & Business Enablement. Own the development and execution of annual strategic business plans aligned to all key stakeholders. Collaborate with peers team members and cross-functional resources to achieve business objectives including NPS profitable revenue growth volume targets and market share goals. Drive sales effectiveness operational efficiency and strategic alignment across the business. Accountable for balanced performance across PBB the Asset Specialist Group and GAM Global Distribution Team (GDT) KPIs through strategic management and ongoing analysis of trends and the competitive landscape. Track and manage business performance and trends to support monthly quarterly and annual financial forecasts and results. Lead strategic Market Team mapping to ensure effective coverage segmentation and maximum market impact.

• Financial Operational & Business Effectiveness. Prepare sales plans and actively monitor performance against plan. Ensure robust tracking mechanisms are in place to provide accurate reporting on sales targets market share profitability and AUM targets. Ensure adherence to operational procedures across the sales function and broader organization. Conduct regular evaluations of policies that directly affect client offer quality business development distribution revenue contribution and risk management. Provide direction on the development and implementation of effective communication and change management processes ensuring associated risks are mitigated to protect CIBCs legal and reputational standing. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and proactively identify opportunities to enhance market and service approaches across the business. Identify and escalate organizational risks and opportunities to inform policy and strategy formulation. Collaborate with teams across GAM and CIBC to ensure alignment with overall CIBC strategic priorities.

Who you are

• You have post-secondary education in Business Commerce or a related field.

• You bring expertise in financial planning and wealth management. You have a strong background and/or accreditation in Financial Planning (CFP) Wealth Management (CIM/CFA) and Retail Banking.

• You are a strategic thinker. You demonstrate an ability in strategic planning and the coordination of multiple concurrent initiatives.

• You are adept at analyzing complex information. You have a strong capacity to interpret complex information identify patterns and trends and independently develop actionable recommendations in response to urgent business priorities.

• You excel at problem-solving and influencing others. Excellent analytical problem-solving and influencing skills.

• You are an exceptional communicator. Outstanding communication and presentation skills with the ability to prepare and deliver compelling material to executive audiences.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust teamwork and accountability.

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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

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities were 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.

Job Location

Toronto-161 Bay St 23rd Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Asset Management Business Development Client Service Deposit Products Group Problem Solving Investment Products Long Term Planning People Management Professional Presentation

Required Experience:

Director

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 111060 - 161060