Contact Centre Representative (Telephone Banking Inbound, Remote) 12-month Contract

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

As a Customer Service Contact Centre Representative, you’ll be the first point of contact for clients calling in with questions or requests related to their banking needs. You’ll work in fast-paced environment and deepen relationships, quickly resolve issues and identify opportunities to match clients with the right products and solutions that will enable their financial success.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You can effectively perform all work activities remotely, and will only be required to be on-site on an occasional basis.

Please note that the start date for this position is January 18, 2027 (expected end date of January 17, 2028) and is a full time temporary (fixed term) position. Our Contact Centre is open from Monday to Sunday 7AM-12 AM. We’d like for you to be available and flexible between these hours.

We have embarked on an Agent@Home remote work program. All employees are required to meet the Agent@Home program requirements and be able to attend your primary work location within two hours’ notice for any business-related purposes.

Agent@Home Program Requirements

• You reside within a 2 hour radius of the primary job posting location
• Ability to work independently as an Agent @ Home with a secure workspace, in a room or office with a door that closes it off from noises and distractions.
• Wired Internet connection, capable of continuously supporting excellent call quality and high-speed response rate (Internet connection can be connected to modem through hard cable (not wireless) with a minimum download speed of 15 mbps and upload speed of 10 mbps).
• Satellite internet providers are prohibited and cannot be used due to the impact on call quality and the stability of service.

How you'll succeed

• Client engagement - Focus on each client experience and connect on a personal level to offer an exceptional client experience. Engage in client-focused interactions that are meaningful and deliver trusted advice. Provide support for clients by helping them to manage their accounts and products. Connect and refer clients to the right CIBC contacts to enable their financial success.
• Problem solving - Listen, ask questions, and put yourself in the client’s shoes. Act like an owner by understanding the client`s needs and recommending solutions based on their needs. Remain solution-focused in order to identify opportunities to help our clients.
• Efficiency – Understand that the client’s time is valuable and effectively complete their request. Strong knowledge of the CIBC systems and products to allow quick resolution of problems.
• Product knowledge - Deeply understand CIBC’s suite of products and work with others to ensure clients are connected to the right people and opportunities. Proactively suggest banking options that will help clients achieve their financial goals. Understand and leverage other internal departments within CIBC to assist clients on additional needs.

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’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.
• You love to learn. You’re passionate about growing your knowledge, and you know that there is no limit to what you can achieve.
• You’re driven to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact.
• You engage with your heart and mind. You care about people and you understand different perspectives. You listen and learn from the experience of others.
• 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 [email protected]

• 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

2028-01-17

Job Location

Halifax-1809 Barrington St

Employment Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Bank Products, Call Center, Client Service, Communication, Financial Products, Inbound Calls, Work Collaboratively