Associate, Global Investment Banking

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 visit CIBC.com.

What You’ll Be Doing As an Associate in Investment Banking, you will provide a broad range of analytical, research and presentation preparation support to all the professionals within the group. You will be assigned to a variety of transactions and advisory projects, such as mergers & acquisitions, divestitures, equity and debt financing, and strategic advisory projects. As part of CIBC’s Financial Sponsor Coverage group, you will gain exposure working with CIBC’s top pension, private equity and other private capital clients, and work with individuals from various groups across the firm. The role is challenging and fast‑paced, requires dedication, passion for the industry, a solid work ethic, and flexibility in personal time commitments to complete work assignments.

The expected annualised base salary for this role is $135,000. In addition to base pay, compensation includes participation in an annual discretionary incentive or bonus program. We are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation opportunities for all employees and encourage open conversations about compensation throughout the recruitment process.

Relationship Building – Take advantage of in‑depth technical and industry knowledge, as well as the geopolitical environment to generate ideas/opportunities that can be discussed with the relevant relationship manager and/or deal/coverage team. Coordinate client‑focused and/or deal‑focused “brainstorming” sessions with relevant team members, sector groups, and product specialists. Develop relationships and actively communicate with various appropriate contacts. Develop and maintain an internal network with sector and product groups, other business groups, etc. Develop and maintain an external network with the market (Key stakeholders, prospects, etc.) and support CIBC’s image through involvement in community activities.

Client Engagement – Play an active role in the pitching and execution of client mandates. Conduct deal‑related due diligence activities and present findings internally. Participate in developing pitch and marketing materials. Work with outside working group members including legal advisors, accounting advisors, auditors, etc. Responsible for the overall information and communication flow on deal teams.

Collaborative – Well‑developed interpersonal and relationship‑building skills to develop, manage and leverage relationships with clients, and internal and/or external business partners. Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills sufficient to provide detailed explanation and interpretation of factual and conceptual information and ideas related to complex technical and conceptual issues. Unquestioned professionalism, ethics and reputation and proven ability to exercise strong independent judgment when making business decisions and/or representing CIBC Capital Markets.

Mentorship and Training – Mentor, train and guide junior professionals for the relevant projects and work functions.

Who You Are

You have completed relevant education. 3+ years of previous corporate finance, investment banking, and/or private equity experience, as well as CA, CPA, and/or CFA designations are considered an asset.

You’re detail oriented, extremely dedicated and motivated with high career aspirations. You must be capable of assuming high levels of responsibility within brief time frames.

You are technically savvy. Excellent analytical abilities, including demonstrated knowledge of valuation techniques and practices. Knowledge of accounting principles relating to financial statement preparation and business combinations. Strong technical skills as it relates to Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), industry technology (Bloomberg & FactSet) and applicable software.

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

What CIBC Offers 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.

Competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, benefits programme*, defined benefit pension plan*, employee share purchase plan, 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 such as Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

Subject to plan and programme 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.

CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re 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.

Job Location Toronto – 161 Bay St., 6th

Employment Type Regular

Weekly Hours 37.5

Skills Advisory Services, Analytical Thinking, Customer Experience (CX), Financial Modeling, Financial Research, High Net Worth Individuals, Investment Banking, Investment Valuation, Private Equity, Wealth Management

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