First Nations/Metis/Inuit Candidates - Relationship Manager, Indigenous Trust

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Are you a First Nations, Metis, or Inuit professional who has experience working closely with Indigenous communities?

We're looking for you to join our team as a Relationship Manager, Indigenous Trust , in select locations across Turtle Island (Canada).

At CIBC, we are committed to building strong, trusted partnerships with Indigenous communities. Reporting to the Executive Director, Indigenous Trust, with a dotted line to the Vice President, Indigenous Markets, the Relationship Manager (RM), Indigenous Trust plays a key role in managing client relationships and overseeing the administration of Indigenous Trusts.

This involves collaborating with a specialized team across Trust, Commercial Banking, and Wealth Management to deliver tailored solutions that address the unique needs of Indigenous clients and Trust structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client contact, building trusted relationships with Indigenous Leadership, Communities, Trustees, Service Providers, and stakeholders.
• Oversee client relationship management, ensuring thorough administration and compliance with Trust Deeds and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with Indigenous clients on Trust programs, funding, reporting, communication, and training to support community goals.
• Support the development of Trust policies and programs for Indigenous communities, working closely with Trustees and Leadership.
• Coordinate Community Trust meetings, including agenda preparation, minutes, and follow-ups.
• Partner with internal and external experts to ensure effective investment, tax management, and regulatory compliance for Trust accounts.
• Drive capacity development through education and training for Leadership, Trustees, and community members.
• Ensure timely and accurate setup and administration of Indigenous Trusts, identifying and mitigating risks.
• Provide coaching and oversight to support teams, fostering professional growth and a positive work environment.

Work Arrangement

We support a flexible work environment, with specific onsite and remote details to be discussed during the interview process.

Note : Significant travel to Saskatoon will be required multiple times a month for candidates outside the area.

What You’ll Bring

• A deep understanding of Indigenous Trusts and the unique priorities of Indigenous communities.
• Strong relationship management, organizational, and leadership skills.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Expertise in Trust administration, compliance, and risk management.
• A commitment to advancing the goals of Indigenous communities.

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 [email protected]

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.

Self-Identify as First Nations, Metis, or Inuit

• Strong oral / written communication skills
• Expertise in Indigenous Trust administration and experience working with Indigenous communities
• Commitment to community-led, innovative solutions and learning from Indigenous perspectives for long-term sustainable prosperity
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire and develop others
• Knowledge of accounting, financial planning, budgeting, and investing for complex Trust accounts
• Exceptional writing skills, including detailed, professional correspondence using Estates & Trusts terminology
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