Director, ETF Specialist - Bilingual
Director, ETF Specialist - Bilingual
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Job Description
Were building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats 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 youll be doing
CIBC Asset Management (CIBC AM) is one of Canadas largest asset management firms with approximately $180 billion in assets under management and possess over forty-five years of experience designing and implementing client solutions. We are leaders in providing a broad range of high-quality global investment management solutions to retail and institutional clients.
Our assets include those under institutional money management for pension funds endowments and insurance funds private wealth management and those that are part of the CIBC family of mutual funds. At CIBC our goal is to help our clients achieve what matters to them. Our philosophy is based on the CIBC values of Trust Teamwork and Accountability and we achieve results for our clients through an in-depth disciplined investing approach based on rigor and research.
In this position you will report to the Executive Director & Head of ETF Distribution and the Senior Director of ETF Distribution with the primary objective of generating and retaining assets within the CIBC ETF product suite. You will collaborate with various distribution channels to enhance their existing efforts while directly engaging with retail and institutional buyers who primarily utilize ETFs. To succeed you should have a strong background in the ETF space showcasing your expertise in capital markets index and factor investing as well as active and asset allocation strategies. Additionally you will be responsible for maintaining ongoing interactions with senior management and building productive relationships with support organizations to drive success in your role.
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 youll succeed
- Strategic market insight - You will utilize your extensive knowledge of ETF solutions to effectively communicate with Investment Advisors and Investors. Engaging in informed discussions about quantitative analysis market trends and financial planning will be key. You will also need to differentiate CIBCs products from competitors collaborating with internal teams like Product Marketing and Compliance to meet organizational goals.
- Territory management and client engagement - You will strategically manage a designated territory to generate sales and revenue consistently meeting and exceeding objectives. You will actively solicit and gather feedback from clients and financial advisors regarding CIBCs ETF products and services. By collaborating with product development and marketing teams you will integrate this feedback into product enhancements and new offerings ensuring that client needs are effectively met while driving sales growth in your territory.
- Relationship and stakeholder engagement - You will cultivate and manage key relationships with professional buyers and build strong connections within the CIBC Private Wealth & Wood Gundy network as well as with third-party clients. Leveraging your network you will drive ETF sales while collaborating with various colleagues across the enterprise to enhance partnerships and support sales initiatives. Your understanding of the advisor client base will enable you to provide tailored solutions that meet their objectives. Additionally you will offer sales support and strategies to help advisors in the ETF space grow their businesses effectively.
- Education and industry leadership - You will lead educational initiatives and train partners and distribution teams to enhance awareness and understanding of CIBCs ETF offerings. Staying ahead of industry trends you will deliver compelling presentations that position CIBC as a thought leader in the ETF space ensuring that both internal teams and external partners are well-informed and engaged. With strong sales leadership skills you will develop plans to exceed targets supported by your motivation and organizational abilities. Your investment knowledge across various asset classes combined with your understanding of capital markets and asset allocation strategies will further enhance your effectiveness. Additionally your business acumen will enable you to identify opportunities and implement successful strategies while maintaining a mindful approach to risk in your decision-making.
- Tracking and collaboration - In this role you will maintain comprehensive activity logs in the contact management system and work collaboratively with Sales Management on various strategic projects and initiatives ensuring effective tracking and alignment with overall sales goals.
- Market insights and performance analysis - You will continuously monitor and analyze market trends competitor activities and regulatory changes within the ETF landscape. You will provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management and the sales team to inform strategic decision-making and product development. Additionally you will regularly assess and report on sales performance metrics for the ETF product suite identifying areas for improvement and developing targeted action plans to address performance gaps ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and sales targets.
Who you are
- You have a graduate degree in business finance and/or economics is desired. Successful completion of Canadian Securities Course required. CFA CFP and/or CIM designations would be an asset. 15 years of experience in ETF sales or a related financial services role with a proven track record of success.
- You can demonstrate your experience as a high impact player in the ETF asset management sector. The individual will be recognized for: overall knowledge within the industry strategic thinking sales results and client service. Extensive product knowledge in ETF solutions. Demonstrates high level of comfort in communicating this information to Investment Advisors and Investors. Can converse knowledgeably with Investment Advisors portfolio managers and other key contacts about roles of quantitative and performance analysis awareness of markets and industry issues financial planning and other pertinent topics. Able to position and differentiate products and GAM as a company against competing companies portfolio managers services and products is critical to success. Demonstrated experience working with internal partners including Product Marketing & Communications Client Portfolio Managers Portfolio Managers Legal & Compliance and Total Investment Solutions to achieve overall organization/department goals and objectives. Must have capability in developing marketing strategies and proven track record of executing strategies to grow market share. Strong investment knowledge with extensive experience across a range of asset classes including both public markets and alternatives; deep understanding of capital markets index and factor investing and asset allocation strategies.
- Youre goal oriented. Youre motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.A transformative sales professional. An individual who has created a shared vision driven growth identified new product and distribution opportunities and energized sales and marketing. Strong business acumen. Possesses a comprehensive understanding of the asset management business and the ability to identify attractive business opportunities and implement successful business strategies.
- Youre passionate about people. Proactively strengthening existing relationships and development of new relationships within the CIBC Private Wealth & Wood Gundy network and third-party clients. Demonstrated knowledge of the advisor client base an understanding of their businesses and helping meet advisor needs so they can achieve their goals. Focused on providing optimal and intelligent solutions to specific advisor client requirements. Ability to provide sales building and support ideas and techniques to advisors in the ETF space to help them advise their clients and grow their business. Ability to network effectively throughout the advisor client base and senior leadership within CIBC Private Wealth & Wood Gundy and third-party firms. Experience setting and managing advisor relationships and sales processes and the related infrastructure to enable high performance content and communication with advisors. A well-respected and well-recognized leader in Canadas retail asset management business environment. An individual who has established relationships with both investment advisors and senior head office personnel in the Canadian investment dealer community.
- Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust teamwork and accountability.
- Youre fluent in French and English to serve our clients in the community.
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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* 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
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 French proficiency 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
Non-Trader-1000 Gauchetire OEmployment Type
RegularWeekly Hours
37.5Skills
Analytical Reports Asset Management Business Development Client Service Competitive Intelligence (CI) Executive Relationship Management Growth Strategies Leadership People Management Wealth ManagementRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
