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CIBC's Loan Syndications Group ("LSG") is responsible for originating, structuring, executing, and distributing loan products for the bank's corporate, project finance, and financial sponsor clients across industry sectors. LSG provides integrated and complex debt solutions to a broad range of clients with transactions include regular-way corporate financings, acquisition and other event-driven structures, and project/infrastructure finance. The role collaborates with all parts of the bank, including sector coverage, M&A, DCM, Leveraged Finance, Rates, and Credit teams.
What You'll Be Doing:
We are seeking highly motivated, detail-oriented Analysts and Associates to join LSG at CIBC. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the origination, structuring, and syndication of loan transactions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and technical skills, formal credit training, foundational knowledge of loan documentation, and experience in structured, sponsor and / or corporate finance.
How You'll Succeed:
Origination and Marketing Support
Develop and refine marketing materials tailored to sector-specific coverage areas
Assist senior LSG professionals in pitch preparation, RFP responses, and client engagement strategies
Monitor market trends, lender appetite, and pricing dynamics to support client advisory and transaction structuring
Structuring & Analysis
Analyze credit profiles, capital structures, and market conditions to develop optimal financing solutions
Model different financing scenarios, covenant packages, and pricing frameworks
Provide insights to support structuring decisions and transaction terms
Syndication & Execution
Support the full lifecycle of loan syndication process
Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Coverage, Legal, Credit, Middle Office), clients, and external banking partners (arrangers, participants, agents)
Track lender feedback, manage Q&A processes, and maintain data rooms throughout execution
Prepare marketing materials including teasers, information memoranda, and lender presentations
Who You Are:
Minimum of 2-years for associates (1-year for analysts) of experience in a leading financial institution, preferably in project or infrastructure finance or infrastructure loan syndications.
Completion of formal credit training, with emphasis on banking products, credit analysis, and loan documentation
Solid understanding of structured financed (project finance, infrastructure finance, back-leverage ) syndicated loan origination and execution processes
Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to convey complex financial concepts clearly
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; familiarity with financial platforms such as Dealogic, Bloomberg, LoanConnector, and data room management tools (DebtDomain, Syndtrak, IntraLinks)
Demonstrated ability to multi-task, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Ability to deal professionally with complexity under tight deadlines
Knowledge of certain foreign languages is a big plus to cover international institutions active in the US market
Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.
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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected base salary range of $115,000-$185,000 for 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.
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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, 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., 8th Floor
Employment Type
Regular
Weekly Hours
40
Skills
Advisory Services, Analytical Thinking, Business, Capital Markets, Credit Processes, Customer Experience (CX), Financial Modeling, Financial Research, High Net Worth Individuals, Investment Banking, Investment Valuation, Legal Practices, Private Equity, Wealth Management
At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability.
Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel.
Every day, our 48,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.
