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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 You’ll Be Doing

The Institutional Structuring Group is part of CIBC’s Global Markets team and in this role, the Director will support the Quantitative Investment Strategy development for the Financial Institutions as well as Retail client space through the development of innovative and tailored Commodity and Commodity Derivative solutions.  The successful candidate will have experience on volatility based solutions. This role is an opportunity for someone looking to grow their skill set and knowledge of Capital Markets in general.

The goal of CIBC Capital Markets is to be the premier client-focused wholesale bank based in Canada. To deliver on this, the wholesale banking arm of CIBC provides a wide range of credit, capital markets, investment banking, merchant banking and research products and services to government, institutional, corporate and retail clients in Canada and in key markets around the world.

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 Succeed

Assist the Structuring Group with their daily activities and administrative tasks, including but not limited to the following:

Pro-actively generating  Cross Asset Derivatives as well as Quantitative Investment Strategy (Systematic Indices) ideas that are value-add to Financial Institutions with particular emphasis on Commodities and Commodity volatility.

Quickly and efficiently respond to Derivative pricing requests from sales staff and clients. Derivative Pricing capabilities in multiple asset classes would be an asset.

Perform various market analysis in support of new product idea development

Knowledge of Commodity markets is a huge plus

Perform analysis on strategies using back-testing

Creation of marketing material

Collaborate and partner with other groups in Capital Markets to provide best in class solution for the client

On your own initiative, develop product knowledge through directed or self-directed study. Be prepared  to cross train when the appropriate time arises, as suggested by management. Share any developed skills, knowledge, ideas with management and other members of Global Markets. Attend learning sessions hosted by the Continuous Learning Program as required.

Who You Are

Knowledge of business/economics typically acquired through a university degree and/or a combination of education and industry experience. Degrees in Mathematics and Engineering disciplines strongly preferred.

Knowledge of Commodity Financial Market derivatives and systematic strategies acquired through a minimum of 7 years’ experience

Knowledge of current financial markets, and an understanding of current market as well as derivative transaction pricing

Able to very quickly acquire knowledge, to demonstrate competence and to add value to the transaction and client relationships

Confident, assertive, and able to function in a fast-paced environment1

Ability to multi-task and adapt to a fluid environment while maintaining focus

Strong inter-personal skills, selling skills, and team player skills

Strong multi-tasking and time management skills

Python and SQL knowledge would be an asset

Ability to work and resolve problems independently

Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork, and accountability.

Conduct and Risk Culture

Our CIBC risk culture is based on employees striving to exceed the expectations of ourselves and our leadership’s identification and mitigation of risks in their daily responsibilities, not just in quarterly or annual monitoring/assessments.  We all are accountable for managing risk.

As an employee of CIBC the incumbent must conduct themselves (and foster an environment for others) in a manner consistent with our strong risk culture. This includes:

Following all aspects of the CIBC Code of Conduct, as well as all applicable CIBC policies, frameworks, guidelines, processes and controls

At all times acting in accordance with our Purpose and shared values, to achieve our Bank’s strategic goals

Understanding and following the qualitative and quantitative components of our Risk Appetite Statements

Completing all annual Corporate Mandatory Training and Testing modules, as well as any additional business-specific modules, as required and employing the learnings in daily activities and undertakings

Escalating matters through one of the appropriate channels identified in the CIBC Code of Conduct (i.e., HR, management, Ethics Hotline, Whistleblower, etc.) upon observing activities that may be inconsistent with CIBC’s policies, frameworks, guidelines, processes and controls, and where applicable, assist in the resolution of same

Speaking up if witnessing behaviors that drive poor or unfair outcomes for clients, team members or other stakeholders

Escalating matters that can result in adverse market practices and outcomes, thereby negatively impacting CIBC’s reputation as a leading financial institution

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of USD$200,000 in the New York, NY 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.

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, 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

NY-300 Madison Ave., 5th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Capital Markets, Customer Engagement, Financial Modeling, Global Market, Investments, Leadership, Market Trading, Process Improvements, Researching, Solution Strategies