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What you'll be doing

As a Director, Credit Research, you will support Fixed Income Portfolio Managers in security selection and credit research across global investment grade and high yield markets. You will deliver actionable insights and recommendations that drive portfolio performance. 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

- Deliver Recommendations - Deliver high-conviction credit recommendations that directly influence portfolio outcomes.
- Analyze Issuers and Sectors - Dive deep into issuer and sector analysis, combining rigorous financial modelling with market insight.
- Develop Investment Theses - Lead the development of investment theses for both investment grade and high yield credits in sectors.
- Collaborate with Partners - Collaborate closely with Portfolio Managers and fellow analysts to challenge ideas, unlock value, and understand risks.
- Communicate Expertise - Share your expertise through clear, persuasive communication-internally and with clients.
- Monitor Market Trends - Anticipate macro themes, market trends and regulatory changes.
- Lead with Influence - Lead with impact within the credit team and across CIBC Global Asset Management.

Who you are





You can demonstrate experience in Global IG and HY credit markets and track record of alpha driven credit calls. You have a degree in finance, accounting, STEM or related field. You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making. You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way. You're a certified professional. You are a CFA charterholder. Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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What CIBC Offers

- competitive salary
- incentive pay
- banking benefits
- a benefits program*
- defined benefit pension plan*
- an employee share purchase plan
- a vacation offering
- wellbeing support
- 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 [email protected] 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

Non-Trader-1000 Gauchetière O

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

- Analytical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Financial Analysis
- Fixed Income Investments
- Investment Policy
- Leadership
- Professional Presentation
- Researching
- Research Reporting

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 workplace 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.

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📌 Director, Credit Research (Montreal)
🏢 Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
📍 Montreal