Product Strategy and Research Analyst, Fall 2026 Co-op

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

Join CIBC’s Product Positioning and Research Team for an immersive and dynamic fall co-op experience. As a Product Strategy and Research Analyst, you will be at the heart of our asset management business, supporting the development of competitive intelligence frameworks and gaining hands-on exposure to a wide range of investment strategies. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Product Strategy, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams; including sales, marketing, and portfolio management to analyze competitive landscape, craft compelling narratives for our sales team, and contribute to strategic decision-making.

Every day will offer a unique learning opportunity, from participating in key business meetings to connecting the dots across different functions. You’ll develop advanced skills in Excel and Power BI, deepen your understanding of the asset management industry, and play a role in shaping the future of our product suite.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time.

The expected annualized base salary range for this role is $50,840 to $59,350.

The base salary is determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, as well as geographic location and specific business needs. Our compensation philosophy supports ongoing growth and development, enabling progression within the salary range as team members advance in their roles.

We are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation opportunities for all employees and we encourage open conversations about compensation throughout the recruitment process.

Important information:

• You must be currently enrolled in post-secondary education to be eligible, however, you do not need to be in a registered Co-op program to be considered for this role

• Recruitment timeline: Applications review – June/July; Interviews – June/July; Offers - July

• Please include your resume (no more than 2 pages), a cover letter (no more than 1 page), and your most recent unofficial transcript with your application. These should all be uploaded into the Resume section of the application as one document.

• Work Location: 141 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario

• Duration of term: Fall term (September 2026 - December 2026)

How you’ll succeed

• Strategic Thinking & Research: Contribute to the enhancement of our competitive intelligence framework by analyzing market trends, investment strategies, and competitor products.

• Analytical Mindset: Assess and interpret complex data, identify patterns, and develop actionable insights to support product strategy and sales enablement.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with a diverse team to visualize new product opportunities, assess market positioning, and support cross-functional initiatives.

• Continuous Learning: Participate in meetings across the organization, gaining exposure to multiple business functions and learning from industry leaders. Challenge the status quo by sharing your insights and ideas.

• Technical Growth: Advance your skills in Excel and Power BI, applying them to real-world business problems and data analysis.

Who you are

• You are a strong communicator. You can clearly articulate complex ideas and findings, both verbally and in writing, to a variety of audiences.

• You are a relationship-builder. You value collaboration and understand the importance of building networks to achieve shared goals.

• You are efficiency-oriented. You’re always looking for ways to improve processes and drive better outcomes.

• You are a team player. You thrive in inclusive, high-performing teams and are motivated by collective success.

• You are data-driven: You enjoy making sense of complex information and translating data into meaningful insights.

• You are business-minded: You are pursuing education in business, economics, finance, or a related discipline.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• 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

2026-12-18

Job Location

Toronto-141 Bay, 11th Floor

Employment Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Competitor Analysis, Finance, Product Management