Analyst/Associate, Global Trading Credit

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.

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What You’ll Be Doing

The Analyst/Associate candidate for the Global Trading Credit provides counterparty credit analysis for non-bank financial institutions working closely alongside a senior member of the team.

The team manages the credit relationships for a portfolio of complex, demanding accounts, often involving a high level of profile within the Bank in a variety of industry segments. The role is located within the non-bank financial institutions section, which includes broker-dealers, asset managers, pension funds, hedge funds, private capital and insurance companies domiciled in the US including Prime Brokerage.

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.

How You’ll Succeed

• Provide a broad range of analytical and research support to all the professionals within the Global Trading Credit Team located in New York

• Complete specific tasks including financial statement and data analysis, financial modeling and industry research. Analyst/Associates develop their skills through on the job training, mentoring and industry training

• Build and maintain relationships with CIBC World Markets marketers/traders, and responds quickly to requests for credit facilities from the trading floor

• Assist in the on-going monitoring of credit quality and global credit exposure of the portfolio by remaining current with counterparty’s financial condition, industry and economic trends

• Appropriately identify any relevant changes in the financial condition/business of a client

• Assist with due diligence activities and supports senior members on the team with regard to activities of many parties, including Legal and Documentation

• Provide sound, timely, and well-communicated recommendations for credit facilities supported by a thorough analysis and well-executed interpretation of relevant financial, industry, business, and market information

• Ensure that the portfolio meets with appropriate risk management guidelines and remains current with the changing methodologies

Who You Are

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

You can demonstrate experience with:

• Strong undergraduate (business) degree required and 1-5 years related experience. Post-graduate degrees and/or certifications, such as a CFA, MBA are viewed favorably, but are not essential

• Unquestioned professionalism, ethics and reputation. Approach to the workplace that is based on open communication and a team atmosphere

• Broad working knowledge of derivatives and other trading floor products preferred

• Understanding of the credit risks associated with trading floor business products preferred

• Solid understanding of specific industry, including fundamental market factors, and capital markets activity and influences

• Sophisticated analytical skills including extensive experience in analyzing financial statements in order to assess credit risks

• Ability to research and monitor large volumes of information from various sources, gather data and perform analyses on an ongoing basis

• Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate complicated concepts and financial data to senior management

• Excellent organizational and time management skills to deal with multiple and sometimes conflicting demands and time constraints. Excellent adaptability and flexibility to deal with a rapidly changing environment

• Well-developed problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Strong Excel skills are a must

• Financial modeling experience is a plus

• This job must effectively foster client relationships

• Build and maintain relationships with CIBC World Markets marketers/traders, and respond quickly to requests for credit requests from the trading floor

• This job supports senior bankers with regard to activities of many parties

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of USD$115,000 – USD$175,000 for the New York, NY market based on class year, experience, and, qualifications of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which also may 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.

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location. Additional total compensation and benefits details will be provided during the hiring process.

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

NY-300 Madison Ave., 8th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Business Development, Credit Risk Management, Customer Experience (CX), Financial Modeling, Financial Statement Analysis, High Net Worth Individuals, Portfolio Management, Researching