CWB Financial Group (CWB) is not your typical bank.
We’re obsessed with your success™
Our promise to clients, and our commitment to our employees.
Canadian Western Bank (CWB) is the only full-service bank in Canada with a strategic focus to meet the unique financial needs of businesses and their owners. Our teams take a relationship-based approach to deliver a uniquely proactive client experience through highly personalized service, specialized expertise, customized solutions, and faster response times. We provide full-service business and personal banking, nation-wide specialized financing in targeted industries, comprehensive wealth management offerings, and trust services. And we do it together – united, as one CWB. We are firmly committed to the responsible creation of value for all our stakeholders and our approach to sustainability will support our continued success.
Our highly engaged teams operate within a client-centric, collaborative, and change-ready culture, with a core focus to achieve our vision to become the best full-service bank for business owners in Canada as we continue to transform our capabilities. And we are building momentum.
Become a Business Banker with CWB
Apply for our Banking Associate Program and be part of a diverse cohort of professionals looking for a new start, a different direction, or a pivotal opportunity to grow a career in the business banking sector. Through hands-on mentorship, guided training, and personalized coaching, you’ll explore business banking and become a critical member of our team dedicated to serving our clients – business owners across Canada. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your financial know-how, collective experiences, resiliency, & passion for learning – to pivot your career.
Inclusion has power
Labels don’t matter here, but your perspective does.
Bring you. All of you. Lifelong student. Volunteer. LGBTQIA2S+ community member. Newcomer. Indigenous elder. Single mother. Foodie. Veteran. Neurodivergent perspective. Pianist. Economist. ASL communicator. Retired professor. Netflix binger, quilter, and more.
All applicants are welcome, and we expressly encourage applicants to apply who identify as women, persons with visible and invisible disabilities (including physical, mental, sensory, learning impairment, etc.), Indigenous Peoples (including First Nations, Metis, and Inuit), LGBTQIA2S+ and/or racialized persons. At CWB, we believe that inclusion has power, and we’re always looking for unique perspectives to add to our teams. We have a culture that thrives on idea-sharing, collaboration, respect, caring and camaraderie. If you have a voice to add to the conversation, we’d love you to apply. All applicants are considered as part of an equitable and fair selection process.
Our program
Accelerated Career Pivot & Development Program
This accelerated developmental program is designed to equip individuals with the foundation needed to for a career in Business Banking. This role focuses on developing core-banking skills and provides credit structuring, credit underwriting, risk management while delivering client solutions with increasing autonomy and complexity over the course of a 12-month accelerator program. Partnering with experienced finance professionals and leaders across the organization with direct executive sponsorship & involvement from the C-Suite. You will grow your financial foresight, develop under an experienced CWB leader, and foster a well-rounded network of diverse banking professionals.
Program perks
A world-class comprehensive, rotational experiential learning & developmental program that accelerates your career. And that is only the beginning. At CWB, your career grows in proportion to your performance.
An accelerated compensation program with competitive salary reviewed every 6 months after graduation up to 2 years tenure with additional opportunities for annual performance incentives based on performance thresholds, a flexible benefits program and continuing education programs.
Top performance qualifies for the Key Contributor Program & rewards.
Dedicated support & extensive networking opportunities throughout the program with various touch points and interactions with program alumni, program owners, facilitators, educators, and senior leaders
Educational Assistance & Professional Membership fee reimbursement
Full access to CWB Coaching Services & CWB Career Services
Annual Conference
Is this the pivotal opportunity for you?
You have know-how, common sense, relative lived & professional experience in financial services, engineering, financial analysis, project management, operational effectiveness, business development, credit analysis, non-profit business operations, lending, Business 101, portfolio management, etc., etc., etc.
You’re a successful personal banker looking for a new challenge & way forward
You are returning from a leave & want to launch a new career
You have a “gap” on your resume & are re-entering the workforce
You are a newcomer to Canada & want to continue your career as a finance professional
You might not have a degree or letters behind your name but have been successful in cultivating relationships & generating sales results
You are driven & looking for an organization where you can chart your own course, make an impact, & position yourself & your career for long term success
You identify with The CWB way
Lifelong learners. The ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated pursuit of knowledge. We seek out challenges, opportunities, feedback and are comfortable failing & failing forward, growing stronger with every experience to build successful momentum.
Client centric, collaborative & change ready. We deliver outstanding client experiences at every interaction and execute on plans to continuously build a differentiated experience, in line with CWB’s brand promise. We provide solutions for clients working seamlessly with colleagues and peers across our organization to deliver a united & unrivalled experience.
Relationship builders. We go above and beyond to build deep and meaningful relationships. A client relationship is built on trust, and credibility is earned when you invest time and thoughtful consideration, adding value through care and attention. We know just as much about our clients’ businesses as they do.
Problem solvers. We provide clear and sound advice on practical solutions to complex issues. We draw from our collective expertise to deliver solutions & advice tailored to our individual clients’ needs. There is no one size fits all-we have a wardrobe of options to explore. With custom solutions, & specialized knowledge, we help business owners feel confident in their financial success.
Winning aspiration. We thrive in a dynamic environment arising from diverse responsibilities, intricate processes, multiple stakeholders, and shifting deadlines by using effective prioritization, planning, escalation, and collaboration. We thrive because we are proactive and purposeful. We have proven to be diligent, reliable, and perform with keen determination.
True #tealmates. We live & champion CWB values. Represent the CWB Brand with honour and integrity, embodying our culture in a way that prioritizes collaboration and respects individuality. We are advocates & allies for all, actively promoting inclusion and accepting of all differences. Respecting all & each other, to succeed as one – oneCWB growing together.
Why work with us?
Winners of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture 2021 &
Recognized as one of 50 Best Workplaces in Canada by Great Place to Work® 2022
& Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness in Canada 2021
Hybrid work environments with everyday flexibility & flexible work arrangements.
It’s a new world, and we’re learning to embrace it! People are changing the way they work and connect, so at CWB, we’re changing too. Join a team that lets you impact the future, grow to your fullest potential, be your authentic self, and connect with clients and colleagues in meaningful ways.
Values driven people first benefits
At CWB, we know your life, downtime, family, adventure, recovery, and future are an important part of you. They’re important to CWB too. That’s why our benefits take care of your whole life, family included.
Wellness matters. We offer an award-winning benefits package that includes 100% company-funded health coverage, health care spending account, a flexible wellness program & generous time-away options to unplug, rest & recover. Bring your whole self to work. Inclusion is a journey requiring practice & experience to result in a powerful outcome. Your perspective matters & voice will be heard. Find a community within the CWB family in our employee represented groups. Career development. We invest in our employees’ development to help them reach their professional goals with organization wide Coaching services. Strategic career design is an investment in our core asset – our people. Innovation. Learn. Grow. Enhance. At CWB, we play to win. When we fail, we fail forward. Recognition. Peer-to-peer recognition programs for “in the moment” and monumental wins. Community giving. Make a difference. Drive economic prosperity in your community. Get involved. Volunteer. Fundraise. All with CWB support. ESG & sustainability focused. Be proud of where you spend, work & invest. Financial rewards. Base salary & pay for performance incentives. Retirement investment strategy. You can’t work forever! So, we’ve got you covered. Company ownership. No greater sense of motivation & empowerment than being an owner! Find your “why” at cwbcareers.com.
Put your best foot forward, apply with CWB today.
Want to learn more? Join us virtually for an Information Session where you will have the opportunity to ask questions, meet a panel of business banker, program educators, mentors, trainers & more!
Friday, Sept 16, 2022 at 12pm MT or Thursday, Sept 22 at 12pm MT
Email talent@cwbank.com and indicate which session you’d like to attend for a personal invite.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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As an equitable employer, CWB Financial Group is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where a diverse workforce thrives. You are welcomed and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Dignity, respect and equality are non-negotiables. If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please reach out.
Closing Date:
09/23/2022