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PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Executive Director will be responsible for supporting the MD with the prospecting, origination, structuring and execution of Sustainable Finance products (SLLs, GLs, SLBs, GB and transition products) and ESG, Net Zero and Energy Transition opportunities; researching and preparing pitch materials; market analysis and reporting/governance in line with key accountabilities, knowledge and skills outlined below. Consideration of overall Corporate Banking goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Remain up to date on key market themes on ET, ESG, Sustainable Finance and Net Zero.Market analysis: target client and industry verticals and comparable transactions analysis, specific bank/debt investor behaviour and wider market volume analysis / trends. Assist the MD with preparation of regular market update slides, for internal and external distribution, including analysis of sustainable finance market volumes and commentary / views on trends and activity and collation/maintenance of CIBC credentials.Research and preparation of pitch materials and thought leadership pieces on ET, ESG/Sustainable Finance, and Net Zero.Coordinating activities and relationships with ET, Sustainable Finance teams in US, Canada, APAC and other business areas and key stakeholders across the firm.Research and data base maintenance in respect of CIBC’s global ET/ESG/SF platform and supporting global industry focus on Renewables, Net Zero Infrastructure and Energy Transition.Supporting MD and European CM deal teams with the prospecting, origination, structuring and execution of ET, Sustainable Finance products (SLLs, GLs, SLBs, GB and transition products) and ESG and Net Zero opportunities.Supporting CB Europe and other product teams across European Capital Markets to build out capability and credentials in the above-mentioned areas, with an opportunity to generate a higher proportion of fee-based revenue via targeted sustainability coordinator and structuring roles across bank and bond mandates.Maintaining dialogue with and representing the bank to the market, contributing to the development of a strong and respected market profile of the bank in ET, ESG/SF and other areas as outlined.Ensure connectivity with and coverage of these markets, feeding into internal views on market trends, appetite and transactions including via regular calling programs with market participants, marketing events and meetings and thorough call notes, contributing to the development of a strong and respected market profile of the bank.Assisting on all ET, ESG and Sustainable Finance governance and reporting.Assist the MD in preparation of opinion / materials required for internal committees.Support other senior members of the Corporate Banking team from time to time and develop a strong internal network and relationships across geographies and a personal profile within the firm.Ensure that recommendations and opinions offered to clients are in compliance with legislation and regulation and are of the highest professional standards and that they reflect the judgment of the firm.Work effectively within CIBC's corporate governance practices and policies (e.g., Risk Management, Finance, Human Resources, Legal and Compliance) to ensure all potential risks are appropriately addressed and that CIBC legal / reputational issues and shareholder objectives are covered.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES:

Remain up to date on key market themes on ET, ESG, Sustainable Finance and Net Zero.Market analysis: target client and industry verticals and comparable transactions analysis, specific bank/debt investor behaviour and wider market volume analysis / trends. Assist the MD with preparation of regular market update slides, for internal and external distribution, including analysis of sustainable finance market volumes and commentary / views on trends and activity and collation/maintenance of CIBC credentials.Research and preparation of pitch materials and thought leadership pieces on ET, ESG/Sustainable Finance, and Net Zero.Coordinating activities and relationships with ET, Sustainable Finance teams in US, Canada, APAC and other business areas and key stakeholders across the firm.Research and data base maintenance in respect of CIBC’s global ET/ESG/SF platform and supporting global industry focus on Renewables, Net Zero Infrastructure and Energy Transition.Supporting MD and European CM deal teams with the prospecting, origination, structuring and execution of ET, Sustainable Finance products (SLLs, GLs, SLBs, GB and transition products) and ESG and Net Zero opportunities.Supporting CB Europe and other product teams across European Capital Markets to build out capability and credentials in the above-mentioned areas, with an opportunity to generate a higher proportion of fee-based revenue via targeted sustainability coordinator and structuring roles across bank and bond mandates.Maintaining dialogue with and representing the bank to the market, contributing to the development of a strong and respected market profile of the bank in ET, ESG/SF and other areas as outlined.Ensure connectivity with and coverage of these markets, feeding into internal views on market trends, appetite and transactions including via regular calling programs with market participants, marketing events and meetings and thorough call notes, contributing to the development of a strong and respected market profile of the bank.Assisting on all ET, ESG and Sustainable Finance governance and reporting.Assist the MD in preparation of opinion / materials required for internal committees.Support other senior members of the Corporate Banking team from time to time and develop a strong internal network and relationships across geographies and a personal profile within the firm.Ensure that recommendations and opinions offered to clients are in compliance with legislation and regulation and are of the highest professional standards and that they reflect the judgment of the firm.Work effectively within CIBC's corporate governance practices and policies (e.g., Risk Management, Finance, Human Resources, Legal and Compliance) to ensure all potential risks are appropriately addressed and that CIBC legal / reputational issues and shareholder objectives are covered.

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.comYou need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit

Job Location

150 Cheapside, London, UK

Employment Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours

35

Skills

Activity Coordination, Activity Coordination, Advisory Services, Analytical Thinking, Base Maintenance, Business, Business Banking, Business Consultations, Capital Markets, Cash Management, Client Service, Commentaries, Communication, Corporate Governance, Credit Services, Database Maintenance, Databasing, Energy Transition, Environmental Social And Governance (ESG), Finance, Financial Markets, Financial Modeling, Human Resources (HR), Leadership, Legal Practices {+ 18 more}