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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After approximately three months in our Chicago-based Commercial Banking Training Program, you will join CIBC’s Denver Regional Commercial Banking team to provide support to account teams through client acquisition, relationship management and credit management processes as well as providing transactional support for client specific financing solutions. This role will prepare you for a rewarding career as either a Relationship Manager or Portfolio Manager. You will be committed to delivering on flexible business solutions, along with dedicating business expertise and timely business advice to help clients realize their goals. This individual will play a key role in the preparation of credit requests and provide support to the Relationship Managers. Essential duties include:

Underwrite credit transactions, and prepare credit requests.

Analyze financial information and statements.

Perform market research and financial research regarding the aforementioned credit transactions or the current portfolio. 

Analyze and identify risks associated with various commercial loans.

Assist with other risk management and product initiatives.

Commercial Banking Training Program

The Commercial Banking Training Program, based in Chicago, Illinois, is a key component to the development of our team of Commercial Bank Relationship Managers and Portfolio Managers. Growing and developing top talent is one of our corporate values. It is the launching pad for a career in providing high-quality commercial banking services to middle market companies.

The Program:

3-month classroom-based training program

Taught by professionals from our organization as well as select industry and topic experts

Classroom phase: accounting, finance, credit analysis, business writing, financial modeling, relevant computer skills

Placement: Upon completion of the classroom phase you will be placed in the Denver Group of Regional Commercial Banking.

The program is designed to provide you with the skills you will need throughout your professional career, including sales, learning how to build your professional brand, and negotiation training. At the same time, you will gain real-world experience working alongside seasoned commercial middle market bankers. You will gain in-depth product knowledge in the areas of financing, treasury management, private banking, foreign exchange and derivatives.

Individuals in the program are full-time employees and eligible for company benefits.

How you’ll succeed

Business development support – Assist Relationship Managers in coordinating activities and liaising with other partners of CIBC as necessary. Assist with the execution of business development initiatives by working in partnership with the client team to provide financing solutions to meet the needs of the client.

Research & evaluation – Assist in evaluating relationship growth opportunities through comprehensive client and market research. Prepare analyses in support of credit submissions including structuring and documentation.

Who you are

You can demonstrate experience in financial statements, accounting principles, and market research including valuation techniques and cash flow analysis.

You have a degree/diploma in  Business, Finance or related field.

You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way.

You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take the lead, go above and beyond, and deliver results.

You embrace and champion change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.

You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to bring a shared vision to life.  

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, our people are our greatest asset. You’ll become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents, and empowers teams to do what’s right for the client and to do it well. As part of our team, you will:

Thrive: Benefit from an open and approachable culture that provides the flexibility and support you need to integrate your life at work and home.

Connect: Work in a place where the right technology and infrastructure foster innovation, collaboration, and creativity.

Develop: Grow your skills and career through our best-in-class onboarding experience, ongoing learning opportunities, individual development planning, and comprehensive product training.

Prosper: Share in our collective success with a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, health benefits programs, retirement savings, and more.

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package.  This role has an expected salary of $72,500 for the 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 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.

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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 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.

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

CO-1550 Wewatta St, Suite 520

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Banking, Finance, Relationship Management