Senior Specialist - Client Support

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce•Chicago, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This Client Specialist role supports the US Specialty Deposits line of business. The position will focus primarily on AML High Risk periodic refreshes and seven-year refreshes across the group’s portfolio, while also providing general client service support as needed. 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 Specialist, Client Support is responsible for providing support and high quality customer service to clients and prospects in Commercial Banking, liaising closely with the business and clients to complete tasks. The role requires solid written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills. The Specialist, Client Support supports best practices and handles incoming telephone calls and emails to address client requests in a professional and client-focused manner. The role makes recommendations on client matters to meet work objectives, ensuring that clients experience a bank that listens actively and demonstrates care for their unique needs. The role receives general instructions on routine work and participates in group projects as required. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement. We are considering local candidates based in Chicago, IL and/or surrounding Chicagoland areas.

Requirements

Demonstrate experience in supporting high profile clients working in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communicator. Understand the importance of communication (oral and written) and problem-solving skills, including effective engagement with our business partners, including senior management.
Critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
Solid written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of cash management, loan experience, and portfolio management.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate AML High Risk periodic refreshes for the portfolio.
Manage seven-year refresh activities and help ensure progress remains on track.
Support compliance deadlines by monitoring review status and driving timely completion.
Provide general client service assistance where needed.
Providing support and high quality customer service to clients and prospects in Commercial Banking, liaising closely with the business and clients to complete tasks.
Handles incoming telephone calls and emails to address client requests in a professional and client-focused manner.
Makes recommendations on client matters to meet work objectives, ensuring that clients experience a bank that listens actively and demonstrates care for their unique needs.
Receives general instructions on routine work and participates in group projects as required.
Client engagement - Getting to know your clients and understand their priorities to use your knowledge of cash management, loan experience, and portfolio management to help clients meet their goals.
Relationship building - Grow your internal network, deepen existing relationships, and collaborate with others to ensure clients are connected to the right people and opportunities.
Strategic Minded - You’ll build and execute on communication strategies with the support of the Relationship Managers to use your critical thinking skills to assist the client with their daily needs.