Pros
CIBC is one of the leading financial institutions in Canada Working for a large organisation that tries to hire from within, create a diverse work force and offers good benefits to its employees are what CIBC has going for it. CIBC's brand "What Matters to Me" is taken to heart by its Directors who seem to continue to work on their transparency in terms of directing and communicating issues to its workers. They have many different Reward & Recognition programs that are performance based to motivate their employees. Most people that work for the bank enjoy a good work/life balance - either through flexible hours, time off in lieu or other ways. CIBC tries to make a difference in the world - outside of just making a steady profit ... The CIBC Run for the Cure particpation is incredible throughout many communities across Canada. CIBC also supports Miracle Day and the United Way. Overall, CIBC is an employer that invites you to be your best, gives you the tools to do so, but like any company - it is up to the individual employees to create their own path.
Kontras
The compensation of many roles at CIBC may not be equal to what you can earn doing the same job for another financial institution.