Leveraged Finance Analyst, Summer 2026 Co-op

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 Leveraged Finance consists of a team of professionals and support staff with expertise in senior and subordinated cash-flow lending to Canadian middle-market businesses. Our focus is on providing our clients creative financing solutions value-added ideas and industry leading quality service by delivering the full suite of CIBCs product offerings to clients. As the Co-op Analyst Leveraged Finance you will partner with other Leveraged Finance team members in executing all facets of the groups mandates. This will include preparing financing proposals for clients assisting in the preparation of written documents to obtain approval for new and existing loans working on financial models of acquisitions and recapitalizations completing various portfolio management initiatives and special -op Analysts will get tremendous exposure to experienced senior bankers and 1 on 1 mentoring and training from their colleagues through their 4 month work term.

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.

Important Information:

• You must be currently enrolled in post-secondary education and returning to full-time studies to be eligible. However you do not need to be in a registered Co-Op program to be considered for a role.

• Recruitment timeline: Applications review January/Feb; Interviews February/March; Offers - March/April

• Please include your resume (no more than 2 pages) a cover letter (no more than 1 page)and your most recent unofficial transcript with your application. These should all be uploaded into the Resume section of the application as one document.

• Work Location: 81 Bay Street Toronto ON

• Duration of term:4 months (May 2026 August 2026)

• Please note we have multiple positions available under this posting and you may be considered by more than one hiring team.

How youll succeed

• Client First Youll attend discussions with client management teams (executive financial and operational) in order to assess clients financing needs. Perform comprehensive financial/non-financial analysis and risk assessment of credit proposals. Assist in preparation of financing proposals (structuring terms and conditions including security covenants and pricing) to properly reflect and compensate CIBC for assessed risk. Prepare draft recommendations on credit submissions and investment proposals to present to senior management. Assist with comprehensive due diligence on all transactions.

• Relationship Building Youll develop good relations with internal colleagues (within commercial banking risk management operations and cash management) and external customers.

• Collaboration Youll partner with your team members to execute client requests and pitch on opportunities. Maintain a proactive approach to continuous risk assessment and report observations. Assist in negotiation of terms and conditions of proposals.

• Continuous improvement mindset Youll see the business and industry we serve is constantly evolving. We are looking for efficiencies grow and scale our business. New ideas and solutions no matter the size are welcomed and encouraged from all employees.

Who you are

• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile because its the right thing to do.

• You can demonstrate strong interest in the financial services and commercial credit. You have interest in financial analysis accounting and modeling in Excel as well as assembling proposals in PowerPoint and making recommendations

• Youre driven to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact

• You are a strong communicator. You have above average written and verbal communication skills

• You have strong organizational skills. You have the ability to work in a dynamic environment meet tight deadlines and demonstrate attention to detail.

• You are working towards a degree/diploma. You are working towards a Bachelors degree ina business-related discipline and/or knowledge of business economics and/or finance through education and experience. Recent enrolment in the CFA CA or CBV program would be an asset but not required. 3rd and 4th year students preferred.

• 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 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 work to recognize you in meaningful personalized ways including a competitive compensation a banking benefit* wellbeing support and additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs 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.

*Subject to 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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