CIBC
Job title:
Associate, Leveraged Finance
Company
CIBC
Job description
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.To learn more about CIBC, please visitWhat You’ll Be DoingOperating under a national mandate, the Leveraged Finance team provides solutions such as mezzanine financing, acquisition financing and other structured financings to mid-market clients in a diversified set of Canadian industries.CIBC Leveraged Finance is a team of professionals and support staff with expertise in senior and subordinated cash-flow lending to Canadian middle-market businesses. The team has a three-pronged mandate: i) providing national coverage of private equity sponsors; ii) leading financing of highly-structured, event-based transactions; and iii) providing ongoing support to our existing client base. Our focus is on providing our clients creative financing solutions, value-added ideas and industry leading quality service, by delivering the full suite of CIBC’s product offerings to clients.As an Associate, Leveraged Finance you will partner with other Leveraged Finance team members, and independently, to prepare and assist in presentations of financing proposals to clients and prospective clients; for accepted credit proposals assist with credit memo preparation, negotiations, review of legal documents and closing of transactions; as well as assist in the portfolio management of the existing loan book.This position will be located in the Toronto office, primarily covering a portfolio of clients and evaluating new opportunities within Canada .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 SucceedClient First –You will attend discussions with client management (executive, financial and operational) in order to assess client’s 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 – Develop good relations with internal customers, external customers and general industry contacts to generate new referrals and business opportunities and to maintain a window on the market.Collaboration – Partner with your team to connect clients with opportunities. Monitor and supervise a portfolio of senior and subordinated debt accounts. Manage relationships with borrowers and Relationship Managers. Monitor account performance and industry trends. Maintain a proactive approach to continuous risk assessment and report observations. Assist in negotiation of terms and conditions of proposals.Business acumen. You have working knowledge of commercial lending, including a focus on specialized senior and subordinated lending products (i.e., structured/acquisition financings, project financings, loan syndication) and other CIBC group core products and services. Knowledge of business, legal, tax, banking and regulatory framework affecting financial requirements of customers. You have strong written and verbal communication skills to present financial information to clients.Who You AreYou have a BBA or similar undergraduate degree. Other financial education is considered an asset (i.e. MBA, CA, CBV, CMA, CFA etc.) but not necessary.You have experience in a commercial credit and/or equity investment environment. You understand lending principles, procedures and practices, credit assessment and structuring and industry and competitive analysis. Strong financial modeling and accounting skills is an asset.You have experience assembling proposals and making recommendationsYou are a strong communicator. You have strong written and verbal communication skillsYou have strong organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines and demonstrate attention to detailValues matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.What CIBC OffersAt 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 conditionsWhat you need to knowCIBC 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 contactYou 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 Toronto-81 Bay, 10th FloorEmployment Type RegularWeekly Hours 37.5Skills Analytical Thinking, Business Development, Client Service, Financial Advising, Lending, Portfolio Management, Results-Oriented
Expected salary
Location
Toronto, ON
Job date
Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:32:19 GMT
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