Senior Manager, U.S. Region - Human Resources Strategy

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

The Senior Manager, U.S. HR Strategy plays a key role in shaping and advancing the strategic priorities of the U.S. HR function. Acting as an internal strategy advisor to HR leadership, this role supports the development, articulation, and execution of initiatives that enable the organization to attract, develop, and retain top talent.

The Senior Manager partners closely with HR leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans, insights, and executive-ready materials that support leadership decision-making. This role is responsible for synthesizing complex information, developing compelling presentations and communications, and helping ensure alignment across the U.S. HR organization and the broader enterprise.

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

How you'll succeed

Strategic Planning and Execution

• Support the development and advancement of the U.S. HR strategy in alignment with enterprise and business priorities.
• Conduct research and analysis on internal and external trends impacting talent, leadership, and workforce strategy.
• Translate strategic priorities into clear initiatives, frameworks, and implementation plans.
• Monitor progress of key initiatives and prepare updates for HR leadership.

Executive Communications and Presentation Development

• Develop high-quality, executive-level presentations and materials for leadership forums, including HR leadership meetings, executive committees, and board-level discussions.
• Translate complex ideas, data, and strategic priorities into clear and visually compelling PowerPoint presentations.
• Ensure consistency in messaging, narrative, and visual storytelling across HR strategy materials.
• Support senior leaders with presentation preparation, briefing materials, and talking points.

Strategic Coordination

• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives across HR to ensure alignment among Centers of Excellence, HR Business Partners, and other stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of strategic updates, business reviews, and leadership communications.
• Help ensure that HR initiatives are aligned with enterprise priorities and operating frameworks.

Insights and Analysis

• Analyze workforce, organizational, and external market trends to support HR strategy development.
• Develop materials that communicate key insights and implications for leadership decision-making.

Who you are

• A related university degree or equivalent work experience is required.

• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to synthesize complex information and translate it into clear insights and actionable recommendations.

• Ability to connect HR initiatives to broader business and enterprise priorities.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex ideas into clear and compelling narratives.

• Advanced PowerPoint and presentation development skills with demonstrated ability to create executive-ready materials.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage relationships.  

• Ability to translate data and research into meaningful strategic insights.

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Solid understanding of HR functions and talent strategies including workforce planning, employee experience, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $135,000 - $165,000K for the Chicago, IL market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship

#LI-TA

California residents — your privacy rights regarding your actual or prospective employment 

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*, 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, 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.

Job Location

Employment Type

Weekly Hours

Skills