Senior Law Clerk

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

Under the supervision and direction of a lawyer in CIBC Legal Department, as a Senior Law Clerk, you will collect, review, summarize, analyze, record and assist with the identification and analysis of legal issues, assists with projects and other legal matters, and provides timely advice and guidance to clients on litigation matters, including the interpretation of legal documents. Activities may include researching, reviewing, commenting, communicating within CIBC, external counsel, or opposing counsel, writing a report, memo or correspondence or attending small claims court.

How You’ll Succeed

Research and Information – Review of routine and basic legal matters. Responds to requests for legal advice by ascertaining the facts and collecting relevant bank documents, researching legislation and case law and drafting appropriate recommendations.

Communication – Under the supervision of a lawyer, provide advice on more complex issues. Draft routine and/or standardized documents with direction by solicitor.

Legal Support – Assist with preparation and delivery of client seminars or client training. Activities include, but are not limited to, researching the presentation, preparing the presentation and training manual materials, and taking notes in the delivery of the presentation. Certification as Notary Public and the ability to provide Notarial services would be an asset. Manage small claims litigation matters. Create, draft and distribute standard reports to business on an as-needed basis. Handle standardized legal/business files and projects from start to finish with direction from a lawyer. Manage e-discovery processes, including preservation notices and assisting in preparing witnesses.

Who You Are

You’re a certified professional. Successful Candidate must have a law clerk diploma or enrolled in an accredited law clerk program or equivalent. Background in Litigation preferred.

You're driven to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact.

You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.

Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.

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.

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 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*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, 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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

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 .

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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

Under the supervision and direction of a lawyer in CIBC Legal Department, as a Senior Law Clerk, you will collect, review, summarize, analyze, record and assist with the identification and analysis of legal issues, assists with projects and other legal matters, and provides timely advice and guidance to clients on litigation matters, including the interpretation of legal documents. Activities may include researching, reviewing, commenting, communicating within CIBC, external counsel, or opposing counsel, writing a report, memo or correspondence or attending small claims court.

How You’ll Succeed

• Research and Information – Review of routine and basic legal matters. Responds to requests for legal advice by ascertaining the facts and collecting relevant bank documents, researching legislation and case law and drafting appropriate recommendations.

• Communication – Under the supervision of a lawyer, provide advice on more complex issues. Draft routine and/or standardized documents with direction by solicitor.

• Legal Support – Assist with preparation and delivery of client seminars or client training. Activities include, but are not limited to, researching the presentation, preparing the presentation and training manual materials, and taking notes in the delivery of the presentation. Certification as Notary Public and the ability to provide Notarial services would be an asset. Manage small claims litigation matters. Create, draft and distribute standard reports to business on an as-needed basis. Handle standardized legal/business files and projects from start to finish with direction from a lawyer. Manage e-discovery processes, including preservation notices and assisting in preparing witnesses.

Who You Are

• You’re a certified professional. Successful Candidate must have a law clerk diploma or enrolled in an accredited law clerk program or equivalent. Background in Litigation preferred.

• You're driven to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact.

• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.

• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.

• 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.

• 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 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*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, 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 Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• 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 .

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At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability.

Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel.

Every day, our 44,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.