Associate, Commercial Banking (Public Sector and Not-for Profit group)

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

CIBCs Public Sector and Not-for-Profit Group (PSG) is a specialized team of professionals focused exclusively on providing comprehensive financial solutions to public sector and not-for-profit organizations across Canada. Our clients include local and national not-for-profit organizations and registered charities hospitals universitiescollegesmunicipalities school boards electricity distributors and other government-funded entities.

With offices in Toronto London Hamilton and Ottawa the PSG team has a strong commitment to public sector and not-for-profit organizations. Additionally our team works with and advises a national network of regional subject matter experts specializing in the public sector and not-for-profit space. This includes coverage in British Colombia Alberta Saskatchewan Manitoba Quebec Atlantic Canada and the Territories.

As an Associate you will join CIBCs Public Sector and Not-for-Profit Group 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 is a development role for the Commercial Banking Line of Business providing an opportunity to learn the products processes networks and functions to enable and equip the candidate to eventually progress to the Relationship Manager 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

• Business Development Support - Assist Managers Commercial Banking in the Public Sector and Not-for-Profit Group in coordinating activities through the sales cycle and liaising with other units of CIBC as necessary. Assist with the execution of business development initiatives through contribution to the achievement of growth targets by identifying business opportunities and developing financing solutions to meet the needs of the client.
• Research & Analysis - Assist in analyzing business growth opportunities through comprehensive industry client and prospect research. Prepare analyses in support of credit submissions including structuring and documentation
• Client Service - Proactively assess our clients needs and propose solutions to deliver to meet those needs. Interact with assigned clients as required to facilitate prompt response to questions enquiries or issues in order to provide best in class service. Apply acquired industry/company knowledge to the development of client/prospect proposals for financial and strategic solutions to meet client needs.

Who You Are

• You have a Degree in Business Finance Accounting or related field
• You are a team player and have the ability to work well within a group setting. Must have the ability to work on teams that generate ideas and implement solutions for clients.
• You put our clients first. You have strong client and relationship management skills. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions.
• You have a solid understanding of financial statements and accounting principles including valuation techniques and cash flow analysis. Knowledge of commercial banking products and service offerings is an asset.
• Youre driven to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact. You have strong client and relationship management skills and can demonstrate an aptitude for business development (sales) skills.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values trust teamwork and accountability.

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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

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities were actively recruiting for unless stated otherwise.

• 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 test (such as simulation coding French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. 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.

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