Director (VP), US Financial Institutions Group, Investment Banking

Company: Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

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: Our Investment Bank supports corporate and private capital clients with strategic advice and corporate finance advisory services (such as mergers and acquisitions) as well as debt and equity capital raising. Our vision is to be a key investment banking and capital markets banking partner to our clients, across multiple products and services. The Financial Institutions Investment Banking (“FIG”) team has deep sector expertise and proven deal execution capabilities, combined with a full suite of investment banking capital markets solutions, as well as corporate banking, treasury services and risk management solutions from other groups within CIBC Capital Markets, which allow us to assist at every stage of our FIG clients' business lifecycle. As an experienced FIG team in this dynamic and rapidly changing industry, we have the capabilities to advise, structure and finance a broad array of noteworthy and complex transactions in the US. Our group focuses on a broad set of financial institutions clients in a variety of subsectors, including specialty finance, financial technology, insurance, asset and wealth management, among others. Our ecosystem is fast-changing and the successful applicant will help assist our clients in many capacities including strategic mergers and acquisitions and financings across debt and equity markets. With guidance from Managing Directors and/or Executive Directors, you will complete assignments that impact the firm's bottom line through deal execution, client relationship support, industry and company analysis, and overall communication and collaboration with banking partners across our global offices. The role will provide you with a wealth of learning and an ability to observe and influence the strategic direction of our clients’ businesses, with direct exposure to client executives and boards of directors as well as senior CIBC leadership. How You’ll Succeed: Directors (VPs) on the US FIG team will be expected to lead a broad range of analytical, research and presentation preparation support to senior bankers within the group. Typically, Directors (VPs) work on a variety of transactions and advisory mandates and must have strong prioritization and multi-tasking capabilities. Applying your strengths in quantitative analysis to lead and direct complex financial analyses and models while distilling the “big picture” implications of such analyses will be critical to your success. The role of a Director (VP) is challenging and fast-paced. It requires dedication, passion for the industry and a very solid work ethic. You must be able to accept flexibility in required personal time commitments to complete work assignments. As part of the US FIG Investment Banking team, you will gain exposure to working with individuals from various other groups across the firm globally. A team approach to executing coverage, M&A advisory and financing assignments is designed to provide progressive on-the-job training. Lead the execution of all facets of the group’s mandates and overall priorities Act as the central point of contact between the deal team and client team members throughout transaction execution Conduct deal related due diligence activities and present findings internally as well as directly to the client Identify and anticipate our clients’ needs and provide excellent client service through coverage and transaction execution Lead and oversee financial modeling and other financial analyses and provide corresponding recommendations to internal and client stakeholders Research, develop and maintain a thorough understanding of our clients’ businesses, investments and industry to assist in the identification and analysis of investment banking business opportunities Ensure the team is aware of material developments in the industry and the market in which our clients operate Conduct client meetings alongside other CIBC team members Assist senior investment banking colleagues to identify opportunities for fee-paying mandates with our clients Ensure that recommendations and opinions offered to clients are in compliance with legislation and at all times and that they maintain the professional standards and policies of CIBC Relationship Building – Grow your internal and external networks by participating in the following activities: Coordinate client-focused and/or deal-focused internal “brainstorming” sessions with relevant team members and product specialists Liaise with other units of CIBC Capital Markets in preparing proposals for clients Develop relationships and actively communicate with various appropriate contacts at our clients Develop and maintain an internal network with product groups, other business groups, etc. Develop and maintain an external network with the market (i.e. key stakeholders, prospects, etc.) Support CIBC’s image through involvement in community activities, and Actively manage and mentor Associates and Analysts, providing regular coaching, teaching, and feedback Who You Are: Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability. You are success-oriented. Extremely dedicated and motivated individual with high career aspirations. Must be capable of assuming high levels of responsibility within short time frames. Success to you is helping solve and execute on the complex financial and strategic needs of our clients. Education You’ve Completed. Finance, accounting, business, mathematics, computer science, economics or other relevant undergraduate degree. An MBA, Masters in Finance or completion of the CFA is an asset, but not a requirement. Industry Experience. 5 years of previous experience in one or more of corporate finance, investment banking/capital markets, and/or private equity, or similar experience. Experience must have included meaningful client management and financial modeling and analysis. Strong knowledge of the financial institutions sector, in particular across specialty finance, financial technology, and / or insurance, will be viewed favorably. Financial Skills. Excellent analytical ability, including demonstrated knowledge of valuation techniques and practices, including cash flow and returns analysis. Strong knowledge of accounting principles relating to financial statement preparation and business combinations. Technical Skills (Programs, Methodologies, Systems). Strong quantitative technical skills as it relates to basic computer applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), industry technology (FactSet, Bloomberg) and other applicable software. Collaborative and Professional. Well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills with experience managing and leveraging relationships with clients as well as internal and external business partners. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills that can provide clear and compelling detailed explanations and interpretations 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. LI-TA California residents — your privacy rights regarding your actual or prospective employment At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $250,000-$275,000 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. California Residents: CCPA Employee Privacy Rights | CIBC US As a California resident, you have certain rights with respect to the personal information that CIBC collects. Learn more about the CPPA for employment. 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 Development, Capital Markets, Client Relations, Customer Experience (CX), Financial Research, High Net Worth Individuals, Investment Banking, Investment Management, Investment Valuation, Wealth Management

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